Magazine Editing Assistant
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that assists in all aspects of the magazine editing process, including organizing and proofreading manuscripts, schedule management, and coordinating interviews.
Description
Magazine editing assistants work under the instructions of editors to organize and proofread manuscripts, adjust interview schedules, arrange and organize materials, coordinate with external writers and photographers, and provide simple layout assistance using DTP software. While mainly desk work, they handle a wide range of tasks including accompanying on interviews and collecting materials, and are required to have project management skills to complete the magazine pages on time.
Future Outlook
While the trend of shrinking print media continues, with the expansion of digital media, skills in content creation for web and SNS are in demand, and the need for personnel with digital editing knowledge is expected to increase.
Personality Traits
Excellent Communication Skills / Good at Multitasking / Meticulous
Work Style
Flexitime System / Partial Remote Work Possible / Publisher Employment
Career Path
Magazine Editing Assistant → Magazine Editor → Senior Editor → Editor-in-Chief
Required Skills
DTP Software (Basic Operation) / Office Software / Proofreader's Marks
Recommended Skills
Photography and Image Editing / Reading English Literature / SNS Management / Writing
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To check for typos in manuscripts and maintain proofreading quality. |
| Communication Skills | Smooth communication and coordination with the editorial team and external staff are essential. |
| Planning & Organization | Ability to manage interview and editing schedules and meet deadlines is crucial. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Teamwork and cooperation are necessary to advance work as a team. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Few opportunities for numerical analysis. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work, with little heavy lifting. |
Aliases
- Editing Assistant
- Magazine Assistant
- Production Coordinator
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