at Informa PLC in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Company Description
Informa Markets, a division within Informa, creates global platforms for industries. We organize over 500 large-scale branded and transaction-oriented events in 14 specialist markets. These are typically not-to-be-missed annual events where buyers and sellers build relationships, see and show products and do business.
We also provide year-round online platforms where companies showcase their businesses and products and buyers conduct research, generating valuable leads, and we provide data and digital content that supports the flow of knowledge and transactions in markets.
The Labels Division within Informa Markets is host to Labelexpo Global Series of events, and Labels & Labeling magazine.Job Description
Labels & Labeling is seeking an editor and writer to join its global team, covering the North American market.
Labels & Labeling is a global, industry-leading publication backed by more than 40 years in the label and packaging space. Labels & Labeling magazine has a global network of editors and contributors and reaches 10,000 readers through its print edition and more than 100,000 readers online, spread across 130 countries worldwide.
Responsibilities include:
Reporting on the North American label and package printing market - including Mexico and Canada
Writing exclusive news and feature articles for both print and online
Regular travel in North America, and occasional long-haul travel to Labelexpo global events
Attending and reporting from industry events
Accompanying sales colleagues to meetings with industry suppliers
Daily editing and publishing of news stories on labelsandlabeling.com
Scheduling, recording and editing video interviews and social media posts
Regular promotion of our content and interaction with the industry through social media
The best candidates are strong editors and compelling writers who are looking to grow their editorial skills and subject matter expertise. A successful candidate should be able to write and proofread copy,generate compelling ideas for stories, build relationships with industry sources, and learn quickly on the job.
The ideal candidate will be comfortable with video recording and editing, can react quickly to news and have a savviness for social media. He or she will have a keen work ethic and the ability to source and cover news independently yet work as part of a focused team. A natural curiosity for how things work, and a willingness to travel are essential.
Skills and abilities:
Strong writing and editing skills, especially technology-based B2B writing
Social media savviness
Presenting / public speaking ability
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to work to strict deadlines
Excellent communication skills
Good time management and organizational skills
Proactive approach
Willing to travel
An entrepreneurial spirit with the ability to work on his/her own initiativesQualifications
2-3 years of journalism experience
Proficiency in conducting interviews with industry experts.
Familiarity with digital tools and platforms (HootSuite, social media, CMS).
Ability to cultivate and maintain relationships with industry sources, include executives and other key stakeholders.
Willingness to travel on up to two (2) multi-day business trips per month, including some international travel.
LINK: www.labelsandlabeling.comAdditional Information
The salary range for this role is 65k to 68k depending on experience.
We work hard to make sure Life at Informa is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Here's some of what you can expect when you join us. But don't just take our word for it - see what our colleagues have to say at LifeAt.Informa.com
Our benefits include:
Freedom & flexibility: colleagues rate us highly for the flexibility and trust they receive, and we support a range of working patterns
Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active diversity and inclusion networks
Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer, with charity match funding available too
Career opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning, mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning. When it's time for the next step, we encourage and support internal job moves
Time out: 15 days PTO rising to 20 after three years and 25 after six years, plus 10 national holidays, a birthday leave day and the chance to work from (almost!) anywhere for up to four weeks a year
Competitive benefits, including a 401k match, health, vision and dental... For full info follow application link.
Informa is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, colour, creed, disability status, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
