Maisonneuve is an award-winning, not-for-profit general-interest magazine, published in English and based in Montreal. We are seeking a brilliant, energetic magazine fanatic to join our small but dedicated team. This position is suited to highly motivated individuals who are self-starters, creative thinkers and willing to learn under the leadership of the magazine's editor-in-chief and publisher.

If you are serious about beautifully crafted long-form writing and working in independent media, please apply!

Primary responsibilities include:

• Assisting the editor-in-chief with the planning and editing of all sections of the print magazine (quarterly publishing cycle)
• Coordinating the fact-checking of print articles
• Attending art and editorial meetings
• Liaising with writers on the development of story ideas and drafts
• Assisting in production and writing display copy
• Proofreading
• Assisting with hiring and managing of interns
• Assisting with launch parties and other promotional events
• Editing and writing web content

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary degree in English, Journalism or equivalent work experience
• 2 years experience editing and/or writing, preferably in magazines
• Experience working with InDesign, content-management systems, and social media
• Attention to detail
• Strong proof-reading and research skills
• Ability to manage time and multiple deadlines
• Strong interest in independent media and not-for-profit sector

This position pays a modest monthly honorarium. The work schedule is flexible and part-time, except for the final production periods (4 times per year: February, May, August, November).

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resumé and three writing samples by 5 p.m. EST on October 15 to [email protected]. Selected applicants will be contacted by the end of October and will receive a short editorial test to be completed in a prescribed amount of time.