SENIOR EDITOR (AY About You)
AY Media Group, a multimedia company that specializes in niche market publishing, is looking for an exceptional Editor. AY Media Group publications include: AY About You a lifestyle magazine; Arkansas’s Mental Health Guide and Arkansas Money and Politics (AMP), the state’s premier exclusive business and political magazine.
Description: Serves as managing editor of AY About You, overseeing the responsibilities and direction of AY’s team of writers and photographers to ensure timely publication; writing and editing several articles per month for both print and online platforms; planning content for publications and websites; developing content ideas; scheduling editorial pitch meetings with leadership; maintaining deadlines with writers and contributors; work closely with production department to adhere to the creative vision of the publisher; flexibility for other duties as assigned.
Requirements: Must have at least 3 years of publishing or journalism experience, possess solid writing and communication skills, have extensive knowledge of AP Style, have good time management and work well under pressure.
To apply, or for more information: email resume to Heather Baker at: [email protected]
ONLINE EDITOR (Arkansas Money and Politics)
AY Media Group is looking to hire an Online Editor for Arkansas Money and Politics (AMP), the state’s premier exclusive business and political magazine. The Online Editor will be responsible for the following:
· All online editorial content for Arkansas Money and Politics
· Assigning, editing and publishing all digital articles online
· Writing breaking news stories for AMP’s website armoneyandpolitics.com
· Staying up-to-date on the latest local and statewide news
· Writing long-form articles for AMP magazine online
· Writing articles for Arkansas Money & Politics and AY print publications as assigned
· Formatting and publishing print magazine content online
· Recruiting new writers for armoneyandpolitics.com
· Creating social media posts and managing user engagement
· Managing online platforms (Knowledge/Experience with WordPress, SiteGround, SEO and Google Analytics is helpful.)
· Compiling and sharing daily e-newsletter
· Performing quarterly and yearly audits of online performance
· Analyzing analytics report weekly to optimize online performance
· Writing copy for promos, articles, attending press conferences as necessary, etc.
The Online Editor will report directly to the President/Publisher and the AMP Editor.
Interested candidates should email their resume to Heather at [email protected]
GRAPHIC DESIGNER (Part-Time)
The largest statewide media group in Arkansas, AY Media Group, has an immediate opening for an experienced in-office, part-time graphic designer with advertising and editorial experience. This position will help design AY Media Group’s award-winning monthly publications, AY About You and Arkansas Money & Politics; its annual Mental Health Guide Magazine; and various special inserts.
Job Requirements:
• Estimated 24 hours per week
• Design experience in print design and production
• Strong editorial layout design skills and ad design
• Strong knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite including InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Acrobat
• Photography skills a plus
• Ability to prioritize, focus and multi-task, and work as a team
• Strong knowledge of Mac operating systems
• Ability to take direction and work within design standards set for our brand
• Ability to work with clients and account executives
• Willingness to take on duties as assigned and work flexible schedules around deadlines (Press Weeks)
• Deadline oriented
• Ability to take constructive criticism and apply it to layouts
• Support teammates during peak times by working quickly and efficiently
• Individual and team organizational skills to anticipate, plan, prioritize, and monitor workload
• Can be counted on to drive the pace to achieve results and consistently meet goals
• Project management skills that demonstrate the ability to set goals, tasks and priorities to complete projects in a systematic and timely manner
• Quick problem solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to process detailed information effectively and consistently
• Ability to perform under pressure and in adversity
• Ability to provide clear, concise information in writing, via phone or in-person
• Proactive, and able to demonstrate initiative and a sense of urgency
• In-Office Position
Email resume to [email protected]
PHOTOGRAPHER / GRAPHIC DESIGNER / PHOTOSHOP GURU
The largest statewide media group in Arkansas, AY Media Group, has an immediate opening for in-house Photographer / Graphic Designer who is a Photoshop Guru with advertising and editorial experience. The selected person will be able to produce as-needed photography (when freelancers aren’t available) along with primarily assisting in designing AY Media Group’s award-winning monthly publications, AY About You and Arkansas Money & Politics; annual Mental Health Guide Magazine; and various special inserts.
Job Requirements (Photography/Photoshop)
• Advanced knowledge of lighting, screens, posing and product composition.
• Guru/Advanced knowledge of Photoshop techniques associated with people, products and environments.
Job Requirements (Graphic Design)
• Advanced knowledge of Adobe CS InDesign and Illustrator.
• Senior experience in print editorial and ad design.
• Strong knowledge of Mac OS
Job Requirements (General):
• Ability to prioritize, focus and multi-task, and work as a team
• Ability to take direction and work within design standards set for our brand
• Ability to work with clients and account executives
• Willingness to take on duties as assigned and work flexible schedules around deadlines (Press Weeks)
• Deadline oriented
• Ability to take constructive criticism and apply it to layouts
• Support teammates during peak times by working quickly and efficiently
• Individual and team organizational skills to anticipate, plan, prioritize, and monitor workload
• Can be counted on to drive the pace to achieve results and consistently meet goals
• Project management skills that demonstrate the ability to set goals, tasks and priorities to complete projects in a systematic and timely manner
• Quick problem solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to process detailed information effectively and consistently
• Ability to perform under pressure and in adversity
• Ability to provide clear, concise information in writing, via phone or in-person
• Proactive, and able to demonstrate initiative and a sense of urgency
• In-Office Position
Email resume to [email protected]
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES – CENTRAL / NORTHWEST ARKANSAS
AY Media Group is searching for two energetic candidates who thrive in a fast-paced work environment to fill established sales positions on our team! The ideal candidates will possess great time-management abilities, have superior communication skills and possess the work ethic to build relationships with new and existing advertisers for print and digital products. We are looking for one Central Arkansas salesperson and one Northwest Arkansas salesperson. To apply, or for more information, submit your resume to [email protected].
ADVERTISING COORDINATOR/ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
AY Media Group is seeking an Advertising Coordinator/Administrative Assistant. Must be extremely detail oriented, deadline driven, a multi-tasker and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Duties include but not limited to: – Contact clients via email and phone to receive ad materials for print and digital ads – Proficient with Google spreadsheets – Coordinate with photographers – Organize and keep track of print/digital insertion orders – Willingness to take on duties as assigned and work flexible schedule around deadlines. To apply, or for more information: Email resume to [email protected] with AD COORDINATOR in the subject line.
EDITORIAL INTERN
AY Media Group is seeking interns for our magazines and online media platforms, including Arkansas Money & Politics (AMP) and AY Magazine to assist editorial and advertising team. All applicants should email their resume to Dustin Jayroe at [email protected] with the subject line “Intern Resume.”
ADVERTISING COORDINATOR
AY Media Group, is seeking an advertising coordinator. Must be extremely detail oriented, a multi-tasker and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment To apply, or for more information: Email resume to [email protected]
– Contact clients via email and phone to receive ad materials for print and online ads
– Create Google spreadsheets
– Schedule photo shoots for our photographers
– Organize and keep track of print insertion orders…this is continuous throughout the month
– Keep up with the web insertion orders and make sure that wed ads are running and expired come down
To apply, or for more information: Email resume to [email protected] with AD COORDINATOR in the subject line.
STAFF WRITER
AY Media Group is seeking a staff writer for our magazines and online media platforms, including Arkansas Money & Politics (AMP) and AY About You. All applicants should email their resume and at least two work samples to Dustin Jayroe at [email protected] with the subject line “Staff Writer Application.”
In AMP, writers will have the opportunity to cover Arkansas’ newsmakers in both industry and government. In AY, you will have the opportunity to tell interesting and enriching stories of life in Arkansas.
CONTRIBUTORS
AY Media Group is always looking for new contributing writers and photographers. We are a multimedia company with an array of print and online products, including AY Magazine and Arkansas Money & Politics. Applicants should email their resume and at least two work samples to [email protected] with the subject line “Contributor Application.”
In AMP, writers and photographers will have the opportunity to cover Arkansas’ newsmakers in both industry and government. In AY, you will have the opportunity to tell interesting and enriching stories of life in Arkansas.