Overview
Under the supervision of the Canadian Forces Newspaper Manager, the Assistant Editor assists in the preparation of stories, advertisements, posters, and other material for publication and proofreads material. They ensure stories and photos meet quality, content and deadline standards, and submit them for final approval.
BENEFITS AVAILABLE
Health Benefits: Drug coverage, healthcare spending account, virtual care (telemedicine), Employee and Family Assistance Program, mental health support, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance.
Work Life Balance: Flexible work options and a wide range of paid/unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family-related leave and personal days.
Retirement Planning: A Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Group Savings Plans.
Learning and Development: Payment of professional association memberships, online learning opportunities including a LinkedIn Learning subscription and second language training.
Perks: Discounts through CF One Member Appreciation.
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OTHER INFORMATION
This is an on-site position with an assigned work location.
As part of the selection process, the successful candidate must successfully complete a Reliability status security screening.
This position typically follows a Monday through Friday, normal business hours schedule with some evenings and weekends required.
Qualifications
Education, Certifications and Licenses
College diploma or certificate in Journalism, Communications, or a related field and some years of experience in the newspaper industry
Knowledge
Of publishing guidelines including marketing, design and print production principles
Of various types of advertising
Of layout, design, photo and publishing software systems
Of bookkeeping practices
Of Canadian Press (CP) style
Experience
In creating ads/page designs for news site
In office administration
In writing articles following journalism guidelines
In using Web design software
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
English Essential / Bilingual (French and English) an Asset
Reading: Advanced
Writing: Advanced
Oral: Advanced