Description
The Canadian Jewish News (The CJN) is a cornerstone for the Jewish community across Canada. Delivering meaningful and informative content with the highest of journalistic standards, The CJN is a beacon for fair and balanced journalism for Canadian Jews.
The Canadian Jewish News is a multi-media platform that encourages the furtherance and cohesion of Canada's Jewish community. We achieve this by creating online articles for the thecjn.ca, magazines, podcasts, events and more to promote the exchange of Jewish perspectives, debate and thought leadership on subjects that matter to Jewish life in Canada.
Position Summary
The CJN publishes, Scribe Quarterly, a print magazine about Jewish life, culture, and ideas - a reader's guide to the contemporary Jewish world. To further develop relationships with potential advertisers, sponsors, and readers, in 2027 The CJN will be launching an occasional supplement which will be delivered to Scribe Quarterly subscribers as a semi-annual bonus. Each issue of the supplement will be themed, with a focus on lifestyle, education, and other areas where readers might appreciate having stand-alone guides. Issues will be comprised of a mix of editorial, service, advertorial, and advertising content.
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer of The CJN, the Managing Editor, Magazine Supplements, is responsible for the editorial and advertorial content development, and coordination of each supplement from concept through final production. This a contract role, with the expectation to publish two supplements over a period of 15 months.
The Managing Editor, Magazine Supplements, works closely with Scribe Quarterly's Editor-in-Chief and Art Director, and The CJN's sales team and Editorial Director, to develop the editorial concept, assign and edit content, coordinate advertorials, establish and maintain deadlines, and ensure that all editorial and advertising-related material comes together accurately and on schedule.
Key Responsibilities:
- Works with the CEO, Editorial Director, and Scribe Quarterly's Editor-in-Chief to develop the editorial concept, theme and overall content plan for each supplement.
- Develops an editorial calendar and production schedule for each supplement, including story assignments, advertorial deadlines, copy deadlines, design deadlines, copy, editing, proofing, and final production.
- Solicits and evaluates story ideas and pitches.
- Assigns stories to appropriate writers and contributors and provides clear direction, deadlines, and expectations.
- Recruits and develops relationships with freelance writers and contributors as required.
- Edits all editorial content to ensure that it is accurate, compelling, well written and appropriate for the audience and mandate of Scribe Quarterly and The CJN.
- Works closely with the Art Director to determine the appropriate visual treatment for stories, including photography, illustrations, graphics, pull quotes, captions and other design elements.
- Works with the Art Director and Production Manager to ensure that editorial copy, photography, artwork and other materials are delivered according to production deadlines.
- Coordinates the editorial aspects of advertorial content, working with the Sales team and advertisers to ensure that agreed-upon content is received, edited, and produced on schedule.
- Works with the Sales team to maintain an up-to-date understanding of advertising and advertorial commitments that affect the editorial plan, page count and production schedule.
- Writes all display and creates sidebars and other supporting editorial elements as needed.
- Ensures that all editorial materials are factually accurate and properly attributed.
- Maintains a detailed production schedule and follows up with contributors and internal team members to ensure deadlines are met.
- Reviews designed pages and proofs for editorial accuracy, including copy, headlines, captions, names, dates, facts and other details.
Education and Experience
This position requires a related undergraduate degree, preferably in journalism, communications, publishing or a related field. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be accepted.
- At least five years of experience working in journalism, whether as a reporter or editor.
- Strong writing and editing abilities.
- Experience in magazine print production, including working with flat plans, layouts, and story packaging.
- Experience maintaining appropriate boundaries between editorial and sponsored content, and an ability to uphold editorial standards while working within a publication that includes advertising and sponsored content.
- Strong knowledge of spelling and grammar, and deep familiarity with both CP and Chicago styles.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
- Strong organizational and project-management skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with editorial, design, production and sales teams.
- Ability to work effectively with freelance writers and contributors.
- Strong editorial judgement and an understanding of what makes content relevant and engaging to a Canadian Jewish audience
- Ability to work independently and remotely.
- Ability to manage changing priorities and meet tight production deadlines.
- Knowledge of the Canadian Jewish community is an asset.
Location
The candidate must reside in Canada. The role is fully remote.