News Editor & Researcher Vacancy

Art Noise is looking for a keen News Editor and Researcher to assist the editorial process and help with the delivery of the Art Noise Zines. The right candidate will be also member of Art Noise Collective.

Working closely with the Art Noise curator, the purpose of the role is to assist and provide online and offline editorial contents. You will be responsible for delivering the style, content and design as well as assisting with the research and day-to-day campaign functions.
The News Editor will also be expected to be involved in the preparation for the zines's production.

Expected hours

Two to four hours per week approximately, on a voluntary basis. This includes at least one editorial meeting every two weeks and regular communication with the Curator.

About the role

The News Editor & Researcher will be expected to:

– To communicate clearly and co-ordinate the workload along with the Curator and be available to take on responsibilities of the whole editorial content.

– To assist the Graphic Designer in helping integrate editorial sections and to ensure that each section of copy, columns, features are professionally delivered.

– To ensure that all the editorial content and copies are of a high grammatical and syntactical quality.

– To research and reflect upon other resources, news feeds and websites.
- To update the blog once a week, and support with the monthly newsletter, along with the Art Noise Curator.
- To write copy for and develop marketing materials such as flyers and posters for Art Noise projects, along with the Art Noise Curator

Person Specification:

– Literacy in Microsoft Word (or Pages, if working on Mac OS), blogs and social media (Facebook / Twitter).

– An open-minded individual with an interest in Journalism.

– Excellent communicator both verbally and written with the ability to think creatively.

– Ideally, the News Editor is a student or a recently graduated individual with excellent grammar and punctuation skills.

This role would suit you if you are:

– Passionate about writing and research
– Interested in developing teamwork skills
– Interested in Visual Art

Benefits of this role:

– You can gain the ability to work as an important part of a community group
– The ability to create and edit magazine content and layout
– Experience and development opportunities

How to apply

Send a CV and covering letter to the email below, explaining why you are suited to the role.