Editor

New Posted 23 August 2023 | Remote; UK | BikeBiz

How to apply: Please email a CV, cover letter, and examples of your work to alex.ballinger@biz-media.co.uk

Location: Remote (UK)

Salary: DoE

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity has opened up to lead BikeBiz and MicromobilityBiz editorial team as Editor across both titles.

As Editor, you will be responsible for overseeing and producing industry-leading news stories for the BikeBiz and MicromobilityBiz websites while contributing high-quality features for the BikeBiz monthly trade magazine. Reporting to the Media Director, you will possess excellent organisational and leadership skills, with the ability to work independently and oversee agenda-setting feature ideas and articles, as well as represent the brand at the various trade events the team attends. You will play an integral role in maintaining the quality and reliability of content across BikeBiz’s digital and print platforms, with a sound knowledge of the importance of social media in today’s landscape. You will be required to commission, write, and edit content for print and online, so a keen eye for detail and fact-checking is a must. We are looking for a creative thinker with the ability to adapt to the evolving world in which the media finds itself.

Key role responsibilities

Overseeing exclusive news, interviews and features, both for online and print. Maintaining and growing the brand’s social media presence. Building and maintaining relationships across the cycling industry through excellent communication. Attending annual trade events and representing the brand at product launches throughout the year.

Essential skills and experience

A journalism degree or NCTJ qualification is a must. Leadership experience preferred. Prior knowledge of the cycling industry is not essential, but a general interest in bikes is preferable. An aptitude for social media strategy is key, as is some experience with InDesign.

Benefits

International and domestic travel opportunities (trade events, product launches, factory visits etc.
Paid work travel expenses
Pension options available
Generous holiday package

How to apply: Please email a CV, cover letter, and examples of your written work to alex.ballinger@biz-media.co.uk

About BikeBiz

For over 20 years, BikeBiz has acted as the essential monthly resource at the very heart of the cycling industry. Reaching up to 80,000 unique users per month, BikeBiz presents readers with vital industry insights to aid the growth of their business. From analysing key trends and interviewing prominent executives to reporting on product launches and trade collaborations, BikeBiz is all-encompassing in its influence and reach throughout the cycling world.

MMB is a new media outlet delivering regular updates to the burgeoning micromobility industry.

The service offers a free weekly newsletter, delivering the latest updates directly to readers’ inboxes, from market trends and product updates to Government initiatives and evolving legislation.


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