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Job Description

NRECA is a unique national trade association providing advocacy financial services and business support services to over 900 consumer owned electric cooperatives across the country. NRECA employees are united by our mission inclusive culture collaborative workplace and commitment to service excellence. As a best place to work employer we operate with integrity transparency and a spirit of innovation.

Summary of Position

NRECAs communications and marketing department is a central hub of the association and is responsible for shaping external internal and member communications and marketing efforts. The department works to tell the modern electric cooperative story positively influence the perception of cooperatives with inside-the-beltway policymakers elevate the organizations brand and showcase the value of NRECA membership. The communications and marketing team works closely with NRECAs C-suite and partners with departments across the organization like Government Relations Business and Technology Strategy Education Training and Events and more. Collaboration creativity and passion drive the team to consistently achieve success and help build a better tomorrow for electric cooperatives across the nation.

Were seeking a visionary Editor who is passionate about digital transformation and excited to lead the evolution of RE Magazine from a traditional print publication to a dynamic modern digital experience. They will report directly to the Vice President of Communications and Digital Strategy. They also assume the role of chief editorial planner and business strategist for RE Magazine and has responsibility for the magazines editorial content; digital and print design; online multimedia presentation; contracts with outside vendors; production printing and mailing; and coordination between the editorial / production staff design team and the advertising / circulation staff. Position eligible for NRECAs hybrid schedule which allows flexibility to work from home up to 2 days per / week.

Key Responsibilities

Organizational Leadership

Cultivates and strengthens strategic relationships between the magazine team and NRECA members associate members and advertisers to advance editorial impact foster trust and support organizational priorities; guides staff in delivering member-centric content and advertiser value through collaborative engagement.

Facilitates collaboration among editorial / production design and advertising / circulation functions.

Digital Transformation & Innovation

Leads the evolution of RE Magazine into a modern audience-centered multi-platform publication. Champions innovation in content technology audience engagement and new revenue models.

Directs the presentation of the magazines online presence including decision-making around enhanced multimedia presentations.

Editorial & Brand Stewardship

Acts as the magazines editorial decision-maker for all operational editorial matters.

Directs content creation and production for RE Magazine. Edits all copy prior to publication to ensure accuracy of editorial content and overall quality of RE Magazine.

Financial & Business Management

Publish RE Magazine on a timely and cost-effective basis.

Directs the development of the annual RE Magazine editorial calendar and production budget. Oversees magazine printing cost analysis and cost control activities.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Skills

Formal Education Required : Bachelors degree in journalism or related discipline.

Over 10 years of progressively responsible experience as an editor and writer / producer with leading publications demonstrating a strong track record in :

o Managing editorial design and production operations and familiarity with advertising and circulation operations.

o Web production for magazine content.

Ability to report to the office when required.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

Experience with a trade association magazine a plus.

Essential Physical Requirements

The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as : preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal and extensive reading.

Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and / or up to 10 pounds of force frequently and / or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and / or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time the job is rated for light work.

Disclaimer Statemen t : The preceding job description has been written to reflect managements assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned .

Additional Requirement :

The preceding job description has been written to reflect managements assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex sexual orientation gender identity religion national origin disability veteran status or other legally protected status.

NRECA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment please e-mail or call : - NRECA Arlington Human Resources. Please call - NRECA Lincoln Human Resources for Lincoln NE employment opportunities. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination. NRECA will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay. Please see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision for more information.

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Key Skills

Proofreading,Taleo,Content Management Systems,Copy Editing,Research Experience,Journalism,Adobe Photoshop,Adobe Premiere,Final Cut Pro,Creative Writing,Wordpress,Writing Skills

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1