This vacancy was posted on 08/02/10 About The Role
As a Staff Writer, you'll work on all parts of the magazine, sourcing review equipment, and organising group tests, writing high quality news, reviews, features, help and letters pages as well as working closely with the Art team. You'll build relationships within the industry attending audio shows and events in the UK and overseas and have the opportunity to directly influence the content, look and feel of the magazine as well as work on the website and the forum.
About You
With plenty of great ideas for the magazine you'll have the ability to write creatively and entertainingly to a high standard. You'll have extensive knowledge of the hi-fi industry and its products and the ability to work well under pressure to tight deadlines. You could either be a talented writer keen to prove yourself and make your first break into journalism, or a more experienced journalist. You will have a great eye for news and be confident in representing the magazine at press-trips and events.
What We Can Offer You
In addition to a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement and comprehensive training programmes, this is a passport into the hi-fi industry if you love music, you'll love what we're about.
About Us
We are an international special-interest media company creating over 180 publications, websites and events, with strong portfolios in the technology, games, music, automotive and sports sectors.
The magazine is for people with a passion for sound. If you like music and want to create a lifelike musical experience in your home, then we have something to interest you every month. We're internationally known for having the finest UK reviewers, delivering verdicts you can trust. With exhaustive review regimes, including our unique blind' listening tests, the magazine reviews set the standard that no other audio magazine can match. If you're into music and care about sound quality, our magazine will help ensure that you are kept informed and entertained whatever level your level of interest.
How To Apply
To help us ensure we select the right candidates for interview please visit the website and upload your CV and covering letter online, focusing on why you are the right person for the job. You will also need to indicate what salary range you would ideally be looking for.
As part of your application you will need to provide a 300 word review of a hi-fi related product which could be published in the magazine and a 200 word description of your interest in hi-fi.
Closing Date: Friday 19th February by midday |
