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Current Jobs • Assistant Publisher, Venture Publishing • Editorial Intern, Avenue Calgary • Account Executive, RedPoint Media Group • Marketing Intern, Redpoint Media Group • Assistant Editor, Avenue Edmonton magazine • Communications Coordinator, Canopy • Sales & Circulation/Traffic Coordinator, Where Calgary • Interim Editor (Maternity Leave), IMPACT Magazine • GMCC Intercamp Managing Editor Magazine JobsLast updated on July 28, 2010. Looking for a job or career in magazine publishing in Alberta? Please check out our magazine job postings. Postings are free for AMPA members, or $20 for non-members. Please email your posting to ampa@albertamagazines.com. Assistant Publisher, Venture Publishing (posted July 28, 2010) This is an outstanding opportunity to learn the business of publishing from the ground up. Working closely with the Publisher and Associate Publisher, the Assistant Publisher will provide support to senior management. The role interacts with design, editorial, circulation, administration, finance, digital, events and sales departments for Alberta Venture, Alberta Oil and a stable of custom magazines. Key areas of activity will be:
This role requires excellent writing and communications skills, interest in sales and marketing, administrative skills and business education. The right candidate will be passionate about magazines as well as savvy about digital and new media development. You must be a team player who is able to show initiative and demonstrate practical creativity. A sense of humour is mandatory. Contact Ruth Kelly via email at rkelly@albertaventure.com with resume, cover letter and salary expectations. Web Intern, Avenue Calgary Magazine Location: Calgary, Alberta Salary: A monthly $1525.00 stipend paid bi-weekly Responsibilities include:
Qualifications: Applicants are also required to submit three published articles along with a cover letter and resume. Avenue magazine is published by RedPoint Media Group, one of Western Canada’s largest independent publishers. The company offers you an exciting, educational and ultimately rewarding opportunity in the Canadian magazine industry. Visit www.redpointmedia.ca and www.avenuecalgary.com for more information about their exciting company. Interested candidates should e-mail their resume and cover letter to Anthony Charron, Web Editor at tcharron@redpointmedia.ca by Wednesday, August 4, 2010. Editorial Intern, Avenue Calgary Magazine (posted July 28, 2010) Deadline: August 4, 2010 Salary: A monthly $1525.00 stipend paid bi-weekly
Avenue magazine, Calgary’s award-winning city lifestyle magazine, seeks an editorial intern for a four-month term from September to December 2010. Are you an engaging writer and tenacious fact-checker interested in bringing the printed word to various multi-media platforms? In this role, you will write, research, fact-check, interview and coordinate, all the while ensuring the accuracy and quality for which Avenue magazine is known. Other responsibilities include various administrative tasks, such as picking up items for photo shoots and doing a lot of general frenzied running around. Avenue is published by RedPoint Media Group, one of Western Canada’s largest independent publishers. Please visit www.avenuecalgary.com and www.redpointmedia.ca for more details about the company. Qualifications: Applicants are asked to submit three published articles along with a cover letter and resume. Interested candidates should e-mail their resume and cover letter to Anthony Charron, Web Editor at tcharron@redpointmedia.ca by Wednesday, August 4, 2010. Account Executive, RedPoint Media Group (posted July 27, 2010) Deadline: August 2, 2010 RedPoint Media Group Inc. invites applications from motivated, energetic individuals for an Account Executive position. Based in Calgary, this position is responsible for meeting sales goals targets, and ensuring client satisfaction. Reporting to the Sales Manager, responsibilities include but are not limited to:
The successful candidate must be a self-starter with a positive attitude. Previous magazine or media sales experience is an asset. Qualifications include:
RedPoint Media Group is one of Western Canada’s largest independent publishers. Visit www.redpointmedia.ca for more information about the company. Interested candidates should email their cover letter and resume by Monday, August 2, 2010 to Jackie Bernard, Human Resources Manager, at careers@redpointmedia.ca. Marketing Intern, Redpoint Media Group Deadline: August 6, 2010 Salary: A monthly $563 stipend, paid bi-weekly RedPoint Media Group seeks a part-time Marketing Intern to work with the Marketing, Communications and Events department from August 23, 2010 – November 26, 2010. Specific days and hours for this role will be discussed and determined in an interview (4 hrs/days x 4 days/week or 8 hrs/day for 2 days/week). The successful candidate will either be enrolled in, or a recent graduate from a marketing, communications, journalism or business program. Required skills and competencies include strong oral and written communication skills, attention to detail, time management skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Knowledge of web editing software (CMS) is a bonus. Responsibilities include: 1. Inner Circle Program – Development
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RedPoint Media is one of the largest independent magazine publishers in Western Canada. Visit www.redpointmedia.ca for more details about the company. To apply, please send your resume to Jackie Bernard, Human Resources Manager, at jbernard@redpointmedia.ca by August 6, 2010. Assistant Editor, Avenue Edmonton magazine Deadline: August 9, 2010 Odvod Publishing Inc., publisher of Avenue Edmonton magazine, is looking for an Assistant Editor to fill a full-time position in the Edmonton office, commencing in mid-August. You should be a tenacious writer and fact-checker, with experience in online publishing to regularly tend to avenueedmonton.com. Your responsibilities range from researching, writing and fact-checking, to administrative tasks including website and database maintenance. You will participate in regular brainstorming meetings to generate story ideas for upcoming issues. As well, you will work with the magazine’s interns on fact-checking articles and developing and updating online listings. On occasion the Assistant Editor will be required to represent the magazine outside of regular office hours at community events. Qualifications: The successful candidate will have a post secondary education in journalism or a related field and at least a year of experience in print media. Candidates must research, write, edit and proofread effectively and have great communication skills. Experience with CP Style and writing for different audiences is necessary. Adobe InDesign and web publishing would be an asset. Interested candidates should send their resume and cover letter along with three published articles to editor@odvodpublishing.com, or to the address below, by August 9, 2010. Editorial Intern Position Communications Coordinator, Canopy (posted July 22, 2010) Deadline: Open until position is filled Canopy is looking for a skilled communications professional to bring creativity, passion and a strong strategic sense to their innovative and transformative campaigns to safeguard the world’s forests and species. The successful candidate will spearhead Canopy’s communications campaign (using traditional and non-traditional tools), increase their media profile, manage and promote the website, and manage the organization’s brand. You will also generate content for and oversee the design and production of a range of communications tools, from print advertisements and online videos to e-newsletters. This is a new position for the organization and a major focus will be to increase the effectiveness of Canopy’s campaign communications and organization profile across North America. You will work closely with Canopy’s Executive Director, campaign and fundraising team and will make a vital contribution to Canopy’s national and international place based campaigns in the Canadian Boreal, Great Bear Rainforest and Indonesian rainforests.
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Read full posting details: http://canopyplanet.org/index.php?page=jobs-and-internships Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter explaining why they would like to work with Canopy by email to fawzia@canopyplanet.org (please use “COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR” in your subject line). Forest Campaigner, Canopy (posted July 22, 2010) Deadline: Open until position is filled Canopy is looking for a Forest Campaigner to bring creativity, passion and a strong strategic sense to our innovative and transformative campaigns to safeguard the world’s forests and species. The successful candidate will spearhead Canopy’s work with the North American book and print industries as well as contribute to Canopy’s national and international place based campaigns in the Canadian Boreal, Great Bear Rainforest and Indonesian rainforests.
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Read full posting details: http://canopyplanet.org/index.php?page=jobs-and-internships Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter explaining why they would like to work with Canopy by email to fawzia@canopyplanet.org (please use “CORPORATE CAMPAIGNER” in your subject line). Editor, Apple Magazine (official publication of Alberta Health Services) A new RedPoint Media-produced health and wellness magazine for Albertans seeks an experienced editor-in-chief. The magazine is a source of lifestyle news, how-to tips and health and wellness inspiration for residents of Alberta who want to be empowered and inspired about their health and the health of their families. You bring at least three years of editorial magazine experience with a national magazine and a familiarity with health and wellness and related media. On the production side, you possess magazine production experience, sophisticated writing, deft editing and organizational proficiency. You also understand how to find the perfect writer for a service feature or personality profile, the art of packaging content for maximum impact, presenting engaging, executable story ideas, and, of course, stepping up as the face of the magazine. This is a rare opportunity to work with a small, energetic staff and become part of an award-winning magazine publishing company that is growing fast. This position is based in the Calgary office. Responsibilities include:
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Please submit your resume with a cover letter by Monday, August 2, 2010 to Tom Gierasimczuk, Editorial Director, at tomg@redpointmedia.ca. Sales & Circulation/Traffic Coordinator, Where Calgary (posted July 19, 2010)
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Interested candidates please forward your resume to: hr@stjosephmedia.com (please indicate the job title in the subject line). Interim Editor (Maternity Leave), IMPACT Magazine Starting Date: Immediately (9 month – 1 year term) IMPACT Magazine “Western Canada’s Best Source of Independent Sports Information” seeks an experienced Editor for a maternity leave, someone who is highly professional with a strong interest and knowledge in the areas of sport performance, fitness and health. The Editor is responsible for developing and seeking out fresh, new editorial for 6 issues per year; ensuring original, high quality, research-based content, plus breaking and topical news; working with a highly respected group of IMPACT contributors; being the ‘eyes and ears of the industry’ to meet IMPACT standards for being the ‘must read’ in the sports performance, fitness and health industry. Duties:
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Please send your resume to elaine@impactmagazine.ca immediately. Associate Art Director, Alberta Oil (posted July 8, 2010) Venture Publishing, the award-winning publisher of Alberta Venture, Alberta Oil, Unlimitedmagazine.com, Hard Hat, Tracks & Treads, Open Mind, Alberta Innovators, Commerce News and Leap magazines, has an opportunity available in their Edmonton office for a qualified associate art director. Reporting to the Art Director, duties and responsibilities for Associate Art Director of the monthly Alberta Oil magazine include: design and layout of front of book, columns and features as assigned; commissioning photography/illustration, corrections to page proofs, participation in art/edit meetings, management of illustrator/photographer contracts and invoices, design of companion website elements and advertising, and other duties as assigned. Creative thinking and problem-solving are essential skills for this role, as is a passion for magazines and print design. Knowledge and experience in web design, particularly Flash, is an asset. Effective communication skills and time management skills are a must, as this is a deadline-driven business. The successful applicant will have a degree or college diploma in design, be proficient within Mac environments and well-versed in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop). A minimum of two years experience in a design environment required. Venture Publishing offers a fast-paced and creative work environment, competitive salary and benefits. To apply, email Kim Larson, Art Director, klarson@albertaoilmagazine.com with your resume, a cover letter stating salary expectation, and portfolio samples. GMCC Intercamp Managing Editor (posted July 7, 2010) Deadline to apply: July 30, 2010 The Students' Association of Grant MacEwan University (Edmonton) employs several part-time students and full time staff, who develop and provide award-winning services and programs, ensuring the best possible experience for MacEwan students. The Managing Editor is responsible for all aspects of the two major Students’ Association publications, Intercamp, the weekly newspaper, and the student handbook, The Interpreter. During the school year the Managing Editor directs the editorial process and oversees a staff of five and a volunteer base of nearly 50 writers to produce the weekly newspaper. The Interpreter is produced in the summer. The Managing Editor is responsible for ad sales for both publications. Although the newspaper is editorially autonomous, the Managing Editor provides leadership within the Students' Association as a full participating member of the management team. Duties include:
Please send a cover letter and resume to Keith Andony, General Manager, at Andonyk@macewan.ca Listings & Web Editor, Where Calgary(posted on June 17, 2010) Deadline to apply: July 30, 2010 St. Joseph Media is Canada's third largest magazine publisher with brands including award-winning titles such as Toronto Life, Fashion, WeddingBells, Mariage Quebec, Where Canada magazines, Canadian Family, and Quill & Quire. The Listings & Web Editor will work closely with the Publisher, Editor, and Art Director in developing the overall content of assigned consumer magazine publications, developing an editorial schedule, as well as editing and managing website content including online contests, polls and regular exclusive online features. This editorial position involves developing article ideas, writing features, sidebars, and newsletter articles, fact checking, editing business listings, and helping to teach and supervise the intern. Article research and minor administrative support and working with freelance writers are also required within this position. Responsibilities:
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Senior Account Executive, WHERE Edmonton(posted on June 3, 2010) WHERE Edmonton, published by Tanner Young, is looking for a Senior Account Executive to represent Edmonton’s premier visitor magazine since 1994. Selling opportunities exist both in print and online. About You:
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