Editorial Assistant

Zywave is hiring an Editorial Assistant to join its dynamic editorial team in the Philippines. This role will focus primarily on providing editorial support for Zywave's web-based software products. As an Editorial Assistant, you will be responsible for organizing and maintaining product materials in Zywave's content?library while supporting the company's market-leading position.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, Mass Communication, or a related field

Experience

• At least 1 year of experience in a publishing, editorial, or media-related environment
• Open to fresh graduates with relevant experience in related fields

Competencies and Skills

• Basic HTML skills (ability to format text, embed links, images, and tables)
• Familiarity with CMS platforms and digital publishing workflows is a plus (training will be provided)
• Strong proofreading skills with keen attention to detail
• Familiarity with the AP Stylebook is a plus
• Ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines
• High level of computer literacy and Internet knowledge, including Microsoft Office products
• Ability to understand our products, in addition to customers' and partners' needs
• Creative, resourceful, and collaborative team player
• Prior experience in publishing, journalism, or digital media is a plus
• Excellent oral communications and interpersonal skills and a strong desire to learn and grow, both professionally and personally in ways that will enhance job performance

What You Will Do

Publishing and Content Management

• Upload, manage, and publish multimedia content using the content management system
• Assist the editorial operations team in posting content for online publication, including basic quality assurance and file conversion
• Proofread articles and verify accuracy of edited copy for grammar, punctuation, and typographical errors
• Ensure all published content aligns with Zywave's Editorial Stylebook and formatting requirements

Administrative and Editorial Support

• Support day-to-day editorial operations
• Draft advertising contracts and assist in managing the firm's advertising calendar
• Respond to editorial-related queries from US-based clients and colleagues via email
• Assist in other areas of editorial operations and perform other related tasks that may be assigned from time to time