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We are a fast growing publication company and are currently looking for assistant editors to join our editorial team.  You will work with a dynamic group of editorial and creative staff to produce high quality, glossy print magazines and digital publications.  You have a degree in journalism, English or a related field or progressively responsible experience in editing, journalism or editorial research.

Specific Skills: Evaluate the suitability of material for publication. Detect and correct errors in spelling and grammar. Shorten or lengthen copy to meet publication layout. Plan coverage of upcoming events and articles and assign work accordingly. Recommend or make change in content, style and organization. Conduct Fact-checking.

Additional Skills: Plan and co-ordinate activities of staff writers and freelance creative teams to assure production deadlines are met. Maintain and report on production schedules.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Working in a fast-paced  environment with tight deadlines. Meticulous attention to detail. Maintain concentration while working under pressure. Knowledge of computers, word processing, spreadsheets, and email.  Knowledge of  software used to combine online text with graphics, audio, video, and animation is a plus. Working knowledge of Canadian Press Style.

Essential Skills: Reading, writing, editing, excellent communication, working in a team environment, planning and organization, problem solving, decision making, critical and creative thinking, finding and researching information, computer use.

If you have what we are looking for coupled with a desire to be involved in the dynamic publishing industry, send your resume with 3 references and two writing samples to editor@finelifestyles.ca.  No phone calls please. Only those shortlisted will be contacted.