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Ag Week Copy Editor
POSITION TITLE: Agweek copy editor
SUPERVISOR: Kim Deats
Scheduled hours: Full time M-F
EMAIL RESUME/APPLICATION TO: kdeats@agweek.com
APPLICATION DEADLINE: MARCH 1, 2010
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
Responsible for content, copy editing, headline writing, page layout and production of both wire and staff-generated copy.
Organize material and plan and design individual page layouts.
Compile market information for Agweek markets section.
Edit all copy for style, grammar, spelling, factual errors and appropriate length.
Some Web responsibilities.
Use Associated Press leaf desk to locate AP photos.
Search wires for stories to use for publication, date stories and format them for publication.
Develop a familiarity with the national, regional and local ag scene.
All other duties as assigned by Agweek editor.
QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:
College degree preferred, but will consider combination of education and previous relevant job experience.
Good typing skills and computer skills a must.
Knowledge of AP style.
Ability to multitask.
Abililty to work in noisy environment under deadline pressure.
Ability to be a team player yet work independently.
Good people/phone skills.
Excel, Quark and Web skills a plus, but not necessary.