Job Title: Editorial Assistant
Department: Communications & Public Affairs
Reports To: VP, Communications
The National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) is the leading advocacy organization for America’s more than 3,000 beer distributors, which have a presence in every state and congressional district. NBWA is seeking an Editorial Assistant to support the Vice President of Communications and the communications department with a variety of communications functions and administrative duties.
Summary of Position:
The Editorial Assistant coordinates, drafts, edits and proofreads newsletters, member communications, press releases and other content for the association, including print and digital. The Editorial Assistant also performs administrative tasks, including but not limited to, expense reports, scheduling, travel arrangements, meeting planning, phones and other administrative needs to provide support to fast-paced communications team.
Principal Duties:
Develops, writes and edits content, such as newsletters, press releases, feature articles, various reports, scripts and presentations for the association’s internal and external communications. Works with a variety of formats and materials, including digital and print publications and other editorial and promotional products such as brochures, etc., for various audiences.
Produces daily internal clips and Daily Brew newsletter.
Monitors news coverage and social media outlets for issues of interest to the association.
Collaborates with association team members and others from across the organization to communicate effectively the association’s news and overall goals.
Works on special projects and other duties as required helping to execute department’s projects and advance the association’s agenda.
Performs administrative tasks, including expense reports, scheduling, answering phones, filling in for front desk receptionist and assisting with meetings and events.
Maintains master digital and hard copy files of NBWA publications.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Position Specifications:
Education/Training
One to three years of professional experience in communications, with an emphasis on solid writing for digital and print communications.
Bachelor’s degree in a communications-related field, such as journalism, communications, marketing, public relations or government relations.
Essential Skills/Knowledge:
Excellent writing and editing skills
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely
Broad fundamental knowledge of professional communications best practices and editorial style
General experience in social media platforms, such as Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn etc.
Excellent knowledge of Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint applications
Ability to learn other computer software programs; ability to enter and maintain accurate data/information
Strong organizational and time management skills
Strong interpersonal and diplomacy skills
Ability to work as part of a team and to work independently; a self-initiator, versatile and assumes risk with responsibility
Exceptional analytical, critical-thinking and problem-solving skills
Work as an integral part of the Communications & Public Affairs team
Thrive within a fast-paced work environment
Manage multiple projects with minimal supervision
Ability to accept changes and be flexible
Arrive on time and with a minimal amount of absence
Must be able to maintain good rapport with all departments
This job description provides a general outline of the most common duties, responsibilities, and minimum requirements for this position. It is not all inclusive, and the actual position may vary as circumstances indicate or as determined. Working hours are primarily a daytime position, but the Editorial Assistant may need to work varied hours to include nights and weekends and travel occasionally, as business needs dictate.
