Deputy Editor

AD is the international authority on design and architecture. AD provides exclusive access to the world’s most beautiful homes and the fascinating people who live in them, bringing its audience a wealth of information on architecture and interior design, art and antiques, travel destinations, and extraordinary products; its AD100 list of top architects and designers is one of the industry’s most relied-upon indexes of talent. Every day AD inspires millions of affluent readers to redesign and refresh their lives through a multiplatform presence that includes print and digital editions, social media, signature events, and the brand’s website, archdigest.com.

Job Description

Location:
Mumbai, MH

Areas of Responsibility (Key Result Areas):

To generate ideas; write, edit, and commission stories to our network of freelance writers for AD print and digital.

The candidate should possess strong writing, editing, and organizational skills.

He/she will be responsible for reading pages and meticulously proofreading

Collaborating, syndicating and aligning with AD's global titles to understand cross-market and cross-cultural content

Contribute and oversee content across all platforms – Print, Digital, Video, Events

Work in collaboration with the commercial team to come up with ideas for brand-supportive content and events

Oversee and work with AD’s Contributing Editors and freelance partners like writers/art directors/artists

Desired Skills & Qualifications:

A minimum of 6 years of work experience is required, demonstrating exceptional written and verbal communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with others. Additionally, digital publishing experience would be a plus.

The candidate should possess self-motivation and the capability to meet deadlines consistently.

A deep interest, knowledge, and passion for design, art, and architecture

Familiarity with prominent figures and trends in the Indian design and architecture landscape is necessary, along with basic knowledge of international names and trends would be a plus

Functional Competency:

Communications

Creativity & Generating Ideas

Attention to detail

Publishing experience

Behavioral Competency:

Should have an interest in design, interiors, architecture, and lifestyle.

Team Working skills.

Attention to detail

​Educational Qualifications Required:

Bachelor’s degree in journalism/English Literature preferred with 6+ years of experience

This role will report to the Head of Editorial Content, Architectural Digest