Assistant Editor - Funworld and IAAPA News

divh2Assistant Editor For Funworld Magazine And IAAPA News/h2pThe Assistant Editor for Funworld Magazine and IAAPA News is a key contributor to IAAPAs global communications strategy actively contributing to the production of Funworld magazine, digital articles posted to the IAAPA News Hub (IAAPA.org/News), a portfolio of IAAPA News-branded email newsletters, and social media posts. This role blends writing, content creation, copyediting, production management, and payment processing. The Assistant Editor navigates vendor relationships to deliver high-quality, industry-focused journalism to a global audience of attractions professionals. This in-person position in Orlando, Florida, requires unbiased editorial judgment, cross-functional collaboration, and accountability for editorial quality, standards, and deadlines./ppEssential Duties:/pulliCommission, write, and edit original editorial content for Funworld magazine, digital stories posted to the IAAPA News Hub, and newsletter products while ensuring clarity, accuracy, active voice, and consistency with AP Style and the IAAPA Style Guide./liliGuide development of articles with freelance authors from concept development through final publication in print./liliAct as a copyeditor ensuring active voice in assigned features, digital articles, and newsletter content./liliTake initiative to proactively update the IAAPA Style Guide to achieve alignment with organizational changes and preferences./liliWrite and produce content that advances the IAAPA Global Boards strategic priorities by owning the Association News and Benefits section of Funworld magazine./liliCraft feature stories as assigned by Managing Editor./liliPartner with internal stakeholders to promote Funworld content on social media channels and at live events./li/ulpAssistant Editor Production and Project Management:/pulliAdhere to the editorial calendar, as well as end-to-end production workflow for six print editions of Funworld annually (bimonthly publishing schedule), including scheduling, content reviews, internal approvals, and coordination with design and production teams./liliEnforce deadlines and resolve production challenges to ensure timely and accurate delivery in print./liliMaintain documentation and workflows that support consistency, efficiency, and scalability within the editorial process./liliExopodites complex production timelines with magazine printer and shipping company./li/ulpContributor and Contract Management:/pulliPrepare contracts, manage assignments, issue payment, and provide editorial feedback for a network of freelance writers, ensuring quality standards and timely delivery of print and digital stories./liliServe as the primary point of contact for freelancers, to support expectations, assignments, and revisions as assigned by the Managing Editor and Senior Director of Global Content./liliEnsure contributor work aligns with IAAPAs editorial standards, style, active voice, and strategic goals./li/ulpCollaboration and Organizational Impact:/pulliPartner with internal stakeholders across departments and global offices to translate IAAPA initiativesincluding events, education, research, and member servicesinto engaging, member-focused editorial content./liliCollaborate with communications and subject-matter experts to ensure editorial accuracy while maintaining a clear, independent editorial voice./liliContribute by identifying emerging industry trends and story opportunities./li/ulpQualifications:/pulliA bachelors degree in journalism, news gathering, communications, or a related field required./liliMinimum of two years of experience in newswriting and copyediting professionally or academically, with the ability to produce a portfolio (including articles [feature and short form writing,] video storytelling, etc.) and pass a copyediting test./liliExceptional B2B writing in an active voice/liliPossess a strong command of copyediting, incinerating weak and passive writing while proofreading articles and magazine proofs./liliA strong command of AP Style (and knowledge of when to break the rules)./liliExperience using a CMS to post stories, articles, photos, and videos online to a website./liliAdditional computer skills, including the Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premier Pro, and SharePoint a plus./liliDemonstrated ability to manage multiple projects daily while connecting with writers and IAAPA Team Members in multiple time zones./liliIn addition to excellent written communication skills, exceptional verbal and presentation skills./liliAbility to collaborate on a dedicated team that holds a reputation for excellence and thrives on results./liliCreative and proactive problem solving skills with a solutions-oriented mindset./liliStrong project-management skills with the ability to drive multiple news products simultaneously (print, digital, video) while maintaining attention to detail./liliAbility to work onsite and actively contribute in-person at IAAPAs Global Headquarters in Orlando, Florida, USA. Prior work experience at an attraction and passion for the leisure industry preferred./li/ulpEqual Opportunity Employer: IAAPA is committed to a diverse and inclusive global workplace and provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and organizational needs, in accordance with applicable laws. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know./p/div