Daphne
How would you become an editorial assistant?
I love English and writing! #english-grammar
2 answers
Daniela Silva
Daniela’s Answer
Hi Daphne!
You will need to have excellent written and spoken English as well as good organisational skills.
A degree in English, journalism or media studies, along with relevant work experience would be beneficial, but it is possible to get into this job role through an intermediate or advanced apprenticeship.
What does an editorial assistant do?
You will be helping to support publishing teams by undertaking administrative tasks, writing content, doing picture research, proofing and editing documents.
In print publishing, an editorial assistant's duties would include:
working with creative, editorial, production and marketing staff
acting as a point of contact for freelance writers
keeping databases, spreadsheets and other records up-to-date
proofing and sometimes editing documents
dealing with rights and permissions
acting as a personal assistant to commissioning editors
setting up interviews
working with digital images and page-layout software
supporting editing decisions, such as reviewing manuscripts and recommending whether they should be published
carrying out general office duties, such as photocopying
In online publishing, duties could also include:
proofing and editing online text, including social media
compiling newsletters using web-design software, and sending out newsletters using distribution software
uploading text and images to a website using a content management system
Source: https://www.ucas.com/ucas/after-gcses/find-career-ideas/explore-jobs/job-profile/editorial-assistant
I hope this information can help you.
Best,
Erica Letourneau
Erica’s Answer
Daniela shared some good information. The only thing I will add is you can gain experience while you are still in college. If the school you attend has a newspaper, blog, or journal, see if they are looking for people to help. Many non-profits can use volunteers with writing and editing skills. Any work you do for them can go on a resume. That way, once you have earned your degree and are applying for jobs, you have some experience to list on your resume.
Best wishes!
Erica