Part-Time Editorial Assistant - A1385868CHI-4658

at Beacon Hill Staffing Group in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

• Content Creation and Editing: Assist in the writing, editing, and proofreading of articles, blog posts, newsletters, and other content.
• Research: Conduct research to support content creation, including fact-checking and gathering background information.
• Administrative Support: Manage editorial calendars, schedule meetings, and handle other administrative tasks as needed.
• Coordination: Communicate with writers, photographers, and other contributors to ensure deadlines are met.
• Content Management: Help maintain and update the content management system (CMS) with new and revised content.
• Social Media: Assist in managing and updating social media accounts to promote published content.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure all content meets editorial guidelines and is free of errors.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the editorial team to brainstorm and develop new content ideas.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field preferred.
• Experience: Previous experience in an editorial or writing role is a plus.
• Skills:
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong editing and proofreading skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and familiarity with content management systems (CMS).
• Basic understanding of social media platforms.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to quality.

• Availability: Flexible availability to work part-time hours, including the possibility of some evenings and weekends.
• Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work under tight deadlines.
• Passion: A genuine interest in [insert specific industry, e.g., publishing, digital media, etc.] and a desire to grow within the field.