Deputy Editor (Racecar Engineer)

This role is part of The Chelsea Magazine Company (CMC), an independent publisher of lifestyle content which has recently been acquired by Telegraph Media Group (TMG).

CMC offers a range of specialist consumer brands including; The English Home, The English Garden, Artists & Illustrators, Classic Boat and Britain. The portfolio offers print and digital subscriptions and reaches a combined monthly audience of 2.5 million in the UK and abroad.

CMC is currently based on the King’s Road in the heart of Chelsea however the offices will be relocated to Victoria over the coming months.

About The Position

Racecar Engineering is the world’s leading monthly technology publication for motorsport engineering. Every issue gives unrivalled technical analysis of Formula One, Le Mans, IndyCar, and NASCAR through to grass roots racing. Written predominantly by engineers and professionals, Racecar Engineering helps readers keep pace with news, products, technological developments and testing, providing informed analysis of results for the keen observer, industry expert or race enthusiast looking to expand their knowledge.

Working in collaboration with the Editor, the Deputy Editor is responsible for devising, writing, sourcing and flat planning content, editing copy, sub-editing and proofreading layouts, overseeing the day-to-day workflow of the magazine and assuming overall responsibility for the magazine and all associated projects in the Editor’s absence.

The Deputy Editor is responsible for editing and developing the Racecar Engineering website, posting regular content, writing newsletters and updating social media platforms, including Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter.

The Deputy Editor is also responsible for assisting in the development and production of content for all brand extensions, including digimags, bookazines (single-issue premium magazines), supplements, apps, e-newsletters and digital editions, as well as maintaining the public and industry profile of the brand through social media, attending industry events and exhibitions and PR channels.

They will also need to be comfortable attending meetings with advertisers and be able to creatively interpret and accommodate the needs of the advertising team without compromising the integrity of the editorial.

Key Responsibilities

Produce editorial content to the highest standards for both print and digital
Form strong working relationships with industry leaders and suppliers
Keep up to date with the latest information from international motor racing series
Flexible to attend events at weekends and travel internationally
Constant close liaison with the advertising team, working on future planning, commercially sensitive features, revenue-generating ideas
Liaise with the Editor, Publisher, subscriptions team and digital marketing team providing new ideas and leads for generating PR opportunities and subscription marketing ideas
Deputise for the Editor when necessary

Print content

Assist the Editor with content strategy and planning across all Racecar Engineering platforms
Work with the Editor to ensure editorial costs do not exceed budget
Devise, write, and commission print editorial content in collaboration with the Editor
Assist the Editor in managing the team of contributors to deliver high-quality content on time
Assist the Editorial team with picture research

Print production

Work with the Editor to manage the print production process ensuring all team members are on schedule to meet deadlines
Proofread layouts to ensure house style and eradicate both factual and literal errors
Work with the Editor to ensure the commercial and legal acceptability of all editorial content and maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation