Editorial Assistant

23 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicants VML is seeking to hire an editorial assistant who will support the associate editor and picture editor to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the magazine, across a variety of administrative and editorial activities. The editorial assistant is a hands-on role for someone happy get stuck in to all tasks, big and small. The right candidate will also take on elements of writing. Key Responsibilities Manage beauty and makeup products and samples for shoots, including PR call-ins and store collections, with guidance from the associate editor and art editor. Oversee the products and props cupboards, keeping these organised. Manage contributor POs, invoices and commissioning forms. Support the picture editor with financial admin, courier and taxi bookings. Assist the picture editor on shoots where necessary, with logistical and ad hoc tasks. Manage magazine mail-outs and PDFs for contributors. Liaise with PRs about enquiries, products, new launches, and interview opportunities, actively building on these contacts. Help with contributor readbacks and approvals each issue. Participate in creative brainstorms at the beginning of each issue, contributing topical, audience-relevant ideas across beauty, health and wellness. Ad hoc research or writing for the associate editor, when required. Stay abreast of current lifestyle, health and beauty trends. Understand the brand values, tone of voice, and magazine audience. Support the team with other ad hoc tasks as required. About You You are keen and enthusiastic, happy to turn your hand to any task. Actively interested in the world of beauty, health and wellness, following activity in these areas. Ability to multitask, ensuring deadlines are met. You have good attention to detail. Collaborative and flexible, with a can-do approach. Looking to be part of a friendly team. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Talented at writing and researching, with an interest in developing these skills further. How to apply To learn more about this position and apply, please click here. Seniority level Seniority level Entry level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing Industries Non-profit Organizations Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Global Forum for Media Development (GFMD) by 2x Get notified about new Editorial Assistant jobs in London, England, United Kingdom . London, England, United Kingdom 10 hours ago London, England, United Kingdom 15 hours ago London, England, United Kingdom £28,000 – £32,000 19 hours ago Greater London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago London, England, United Kingdom 9 hours ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Entry Level Content Writer at Retail Insights London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr