Associate Editor (must reside on Oahu when applying)

Trade Media Hui is hiring an experienced associate editor with outstanding writing, editing and creative skills for our house magazines, special projects and online content. Candidates should possess exceptional planning, organizational and management skills with the ability to work comfortably under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Top candidates will demonstrate a good sense of what makes an engaging angle to a story and juggle the moving parts of publications — planning, coordinating, reviewing and editing content. They should possess a superb command of English (AP Style) with a keen interest in shaping content to its target audience.

ASSOCIATE EDITOR QUALIFICATIONS

Strong writer and reporter who can gather information and produce copy on deadline

Editorial/writing experience in newspapers, magazines or digital platforms

Master of grammar

Knowledge of how to gather facts, ask sources the right questions and produce stories that are accurate and fair

Strong portfolio or digital record of previously published work

Proficient in Mac/Apple, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office and virtual conferencing

Team-oriented, ethical and professional

Detail-oriented and accurate

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, English or related field

Knowledge of Hawaii’s construction, renovation, building maintenance, real estate development, government, military, hospitality and tourism is ideal but not required

ASSOCIATE EDITOR JOB DESCRIPTION

Research data, verify information and interview sources on the phone, in-person or in video conferences.

Write feature stories, news briefs, social media and special projects with accuracy and flair.

Use AP Style (required) to edit and proofread Word and PDF documents—on deadline.

Obtain photos and art that pertain to story text.

Meet weekly and monthly deadlines.

Attend weekly meetings with the editorial team to plan stories, share sources and brainstorm.

Communicate daily with editors, sales and production departments in a team-oriented environment.

Work closely with editorial and production teams to produce monthly magazines and special publications.

Attend monthly meetings with Sales Department.

Occasionally photograph sources, events and places.

Network and maintain relationships with members of the construction, building management and hospitality industries, as well as associated fields.

Stay current on local business news by studying reports, attending events and reading/watching industry-related coverage.

Meet publication standards, goals and expectations.

Comply with media law and industry regulations.

Actively raise the profile of house publications.

Benefits:

• Simple IRA
• Group Life Insurance
• Dental insurance
• Medical insurance
• Paid time off
• Parking

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift

Education:

• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent professional experience, in journalism, communications, English or related field.

Work Location: In person

Four years' experience minimum required.