Editorial Assistant - 2020

Title:                    Editorial Assistant

Company:          The Caravan

Location:            Delhi, India

Job Type:            Part time

Deadline:           10 October 2020

Company Description

The Caravan occupies a singular position among Indian magazines. Its stories present a unique mix of detailed reportage and lively and vivid writing, with a commitment to the art of storytelling, whether the subject is politics, culture or art.

The Caravan is published by the Delhi Press Group, one of India’s leading publishers. Started in 1939, Delhi Press today publishes 33 magazines in 10 languages.

Primary Responsibilities

– Anchor and lead various campaigns for outreach, subscription etc., handle the communication and coordination for such initiatives

– work closely with the editorial, design, photo and production teams to ensure timely release of the magazine and web stories

– Assist in newsroom administrative tasks

– Importantly, as a member of the editorial team, to be a keen observer and fast learner of Indian politics, culture and society

Requirements

Candidates should have completed graduation. They are expected to have at least 10 years of work experience in newsrooms/ publishing houses/ public relations. The applicant should demonstrate good language skills, sound judgment and an enthusiasm for The Caravan’s mission.

The Delhi office is a small shop, with the environment of a start-up, and therefore requires team players with a willingness to be flexible. This is a part-time position. However, night, holiday, and weekend work may be required when the situation demands so.

To Apply

Please send in a résumé, two writing samples, a detailed statement on your work experience along with two references (with names and contact information) and a cover letter to Dr. Vinod K Jose, Executive Editor, at [email protected]. The subject line should read “Editorial Assistant – 2020”.