Dear Wahines,

After four eventful and rewarding years as Element Media's managing editor, I will be moving to San Francisco to pursue graduate studies in multimedia and documentary film. It has been a wonderful journey to be part of creative team that works very, very hard to highlight the innovation and inspiration in our local business community. I have also truly enjoyed getting to know you, seeing you out and about at events and being a small part of your professional lives!

With that being said, we are looking to fill my position immediately. This is an AMAZING opportunity that does not come around very often. We wish to hire a talented, dynamic, visionary writer and editor who can help to blaze an innovative path forward for our very unique publications.

Please take a look at the job description below and pass this on to an individual or two whom you believe would be a great fit for our growing company. Feel free to contact me with any questions.

I appreciate your assistance and I hope to see most of you at our 2nd Annual Business Achievement Awards Gala on May 31st! Don't forget...nominations are due online at www.thepacificedge.com on MONDAY, APRIL 16th!

Mahalo,

Lauren Kawana

Managing Editor
Element Media, Inc.
Pacific Edge Magazine | Las Vegas Bound Magazine
Chamber of Commerce Networking Directory
Green Drinks Honolulu | Green Drinks Kauai

Executive Centre
1088 Bishop St, #1130
Honolulu, HI 96813

d- 808.737.8711
f- 808.356.1588


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MANAGING EDITOR

Element Media, Inc. is a locally owned boutique media company that specializes in magazine publishing, events and marketing. As a team of forward-thinking professionals, we aim to build engaging content, create dynamic experiences and push for innovation in a swiftly changing media industry.

We are looking for a smart, creative, trailblazing Managing Editor who can take our publications to the next level. We currently publish two quarterly magazines and four seasonal publications, but are looking for ways to scale our growth so we can expand our capacity to new markets and new ventures. This position offers a tremendous opportunity to be part of a small, committed and influential team.

Our multi-faceted managing editor is primarily responsible for the editorial direction, coordination and content of our two major magazines. Blogging and social media interaction are also required, along with maintaining a professional presence in the communities our publications serve. It is critical to possess people skills, both to lead a team of employees and to build relationships with outside contacts. The managing editor is responsible for attending company events as well as outside functions as a visitor, but also sometimes as a speaker or a panelist.



RESPONSIBILITIES:

CONTENT MANAGEMENT

Plan and manage editorial calendar and deadlines for our two major quarterly publications, Pacific Edge Magazine and Las Vegas Bound

Conceptualize all issues, generate story ideas and facilitate research

Work closely with Art Director on the layout and design of the magazines

Contribute written articles for each publication

Assign and manage team of freelance writers and photographers and coordinate photo shoots with Art Director

Edit all copy and manage proofing process to include traffic management and inspection of ad proofs for accuracy.

Assist with writing and editing website copy, PR, marketing material and other company collateral to include other ad-hoc publication projects

Communicate with writers, our esteemed colleagues and other varied partners

Write weekly e-newsletter

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

Identify and recruit new Element Media writers and site contributors

Oversee internship program and company interns

Grow network of partner sites that “content-share” with Element Media in order to grow traffic and enhance brand awareness

Represent Element Media at networking and co-sponsored events

SOCIAL MEDIA/ORGANIC MARKETING

Develop existing social media strategy for Element Media and publications that allows us to grow our existing networks and tap new audiences

Promote all Element Media content daily through Twitter and Facebook, and continue to grow social media presence using tools like Tumblr, StumbleUpon, Reddit, etc.

OTHER

Handle editorial telephone and e-mail inquiries

Keep track of writer and photographer invoices/payments

Assist with other duties as needed and as directed by publishers


QUALIFICATIONS:

-Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications or other related field

-At least three years of journalism/editorial work experience

-Solid, proven research, writing and reporting skills

-Extensive knowledge of online & print publishing and various press styles

-Excellent command of grammar, spelling, history and current affairs

-Strong interest in and knowledge of Hawaii's business community

-Detail-oriented with excellent writing, editing and people skills

-Comfortable juggling multiple tasks

-Ability to work under tight deadlines, keeping both long- and short-term goals in mind

-Knowledge of management principles and practices

-Experience in budget preparation and fiscal management

-Experience with social media platforms

-Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, HTML and content management systems (CMS) preferred

-Positive and sociable demeanor

-Team player

-Flexible schedule during deadline weeks


Benefits:

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. This is a full-time salaried position. Primary work will be conducted in Element Media's downtown office with the opportunity for remote work.

Please submit a resume, cover letter, writing samples and salary history to jamie@elementmediahi.com and copy lauren@elementmediahi.com. Your cover letter should include why you would like to join our team and why you are the ideal candidate.

Successful candidates will also be asked to complete an editing test.

Mahalo!