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Section Editor - Books & Ideas Job at The Conversation AU in Melbourne, Australia

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Date: 2021-09 

Posted 23 September, 2021

The Conversation AU

Full-time or part-time

Position Description

Role: Section Editor, Books & Ideas

Section Editor, Books & Ideas Reports to: Chief of Staff

Chief of Staff Salary range: $90,000 negotiable

$90,000 negotiable Closes October 7th

Purpose of the Role:

The Conversation is looking for an experienced editor with a passion for literature to lead our new Books & Ideas desk.

The Conversation’s unique publishing model pairs professional editors with academics to better inform public discourse. Section Editors work with academics and researchers to find out about the latest research and help translate their ideas into plain language articles aimed at a wide audience.

We are seeking a Section Editor who will help us set up a new team that will focus on coverage of major academic and literary publications that take on big ideas. The role would require an editor with experience and intellectual sophistication to identify the major works and find the right academic authors to engage on these topics.

This new section will publish longer pieces directed at readers with an appetite to go deeper as well as shorter literary reviews. The Section Editor will also develop a range of innovative and engaging editorial products designed to appeal to readers interested in ideas.

The Section Editor, Books & Ideas, will need to be a voracious reader who is well informed and passionate about developing new ideas. The Conversation is a trusted journalism brand and the Section Editor will need to protect its hard won credibility. They must be thoughtful, calm, methodical, rigorous and possess a deep commitment to professional impartiality and high ethical standards.

We are open to applicants from anywhere in Australia.

The Conversation is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We particularly encourage applications from First Nations People.

Key Selection Criteria:

Significant editing and journalism experience

Appreciation of good writing and knowledge of the literary world

Creativity and the ability to generate compelling ideas

Strong people skills and diplomacy

The ability to build a strong network of contacts

Highly developed research and analytical skills

Polished presentation

Care and attention to detail

Additional Application Instructions

Send CV and a brief cover letter to [email protected] by Thursday October 7th 2021.
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