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POSITION SUMMARY
The assistant editor of the Adventist Review / Adventist World works under the direction of one of the associate editors in a variety of tasks, many of them routine, in preparing the print and online issues of the Adventist Review. Primarily an "in house" editor, with less travel around North America and abroad than an associate editor. The assistant editor of the Adventist Review nonetheless has a high church profile, carries important responsibilities, and is expected to be available for public speaking appointments or serving as a resource person. The duties and influence extend much wider than the preparation of issues of the Adventist Review.
COMPENSATION
- Full-time exempt position with benefits
- Remuneration Range : 83-104% ($81k - $97k annually)
BENEFITS
Salary employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings plans, etc.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Solicit and review manuscripts for possible inclusion in the magazines.Edit magazine contents on a regular basis, including stories, columns, and other materials as requested.Oversee social media posts on various platforms as well as website management and maintenance.Assist on video and media productions in scripting, directing, and marketing.Write an average of one editorial or column per month, plus features as assigned.Speaking appointments for the Adventist Review and other appointments as assigned.External (General Conference) committee / commission appointments as assigned.Plan, edit, and manage occasional special issues through production.Special projects as assigned by editor / associate editor.Must be a member in regular standing of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.Must maintain a regular and reliable work schedule.Other duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
Authority as delegated by the Editor / Associate Editor.Responsible for assisting in the directing of the administrative activities of the Adventist Review in accordance with General Conference policy and objectives.Responsible to the corporate church body through the Associate Editor for administration of church policy in harmony with the beliefs of the Seventy-day Adventist Church.Responsible for areas of the Adventist Review as designated by the Associate Editor. Accountable to the designated Associate Editor.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Extensive knowledge of principles, policies and beliefs of the General Conference and the Church. Knowledge of church structure and organization, including committee procedures, etc.Knowledge and skill in appropriate methods of dealing with human behavior in various circumstances.Advanced command of English language skills including proficiency in verbal and written forms.Individual must possess sound judgment, maintain high output, be well organized, have the ability to make decisions under pressure, be disciplined to meet deadlines, have the ability to write well, have good editorial skills, be a team player and a capable public speaker.
Salary : $81,000 - $97,000
