Editorial Assistant

• Assists in the planning, research, writing, and coordinating editorial content for the Bar’s print and web publications, including Washington Lawyer magazine, Legal Brief and Bar Bulletin e-newsletters, dcbar.org news section, and Duly Noted blog.
• Provides another layer of review during the content proofing process and supports editors with fact-checking as needed.
• Compiles submissions to Washington Lawyer’s Attorney Briefs section.
• Manages the submission and tracking of articles and other editorial materials, including ads, photos and credits, art, and writer agreements.
• Sets up content pitch meetings and follows up with contributors to ensure timely content submission.
• Assists in coordinating and scheduling interviews, photo shoots, and other editorial activities.
• Maintains editorial calendars and maps out event coverage requests, assigned writers, and content submission deadlines.
• Assists in the curation of content for dcbar.org and Washington Lawyer’s digital edition.
• Assists with administrative tasks, such as monitoring/triaging emails to the communications and editorial inboxes, managing editorial-related correspondence, managing Washington Lawyer mailing duties, and maintaining the Washington Lawyer archive.
• Collaborates with the marketing team to promote Bar content in a consistent, high-quality manner.
• Assists in the production of the District of Columbia Practice Manual.
• Supports the development and implementation of editorial policies and guidelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience writing, editing, and proofreading a variety of content for print and web publications.
• Excellent grasp of grammar, punctuation, and other content writing rules and a working knowledge of The Chicago Manual of Style; familiarity with The Bluebook is a plus.
• High level of attention to detail and a keen eye for accuracy.
• Strong knowledge of newspaper or magazine content production, design, and printing workflows.
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Cloud, and content management systems.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be detail-oriented and deadline-driven. Able to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. Must work well in a team environment and be able to interact, including in-person, with Bar members, volunteers, vendors, the public, and Bar employees.
• Must work well under pressure, possess excellent organizational abilities, and be able to manage several priorities in a day.
• Must be adaptable, creative, and self-motivated.
• Ability to handle and maintain the confidentiality of highly sensitive information.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field.

*** Please submit a resume, cover letter, and two (2) writing samples. Applications without the required resume, cover letter, and two (2) writing samples will not be reviewed. ***

This position is currently a hybrid position, with days worked in the office and days worked remotely.   The hybrid status of this position may change at any time subject to the Bar’s discretion.