Hairdressers Journal International
Deputy Editor
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Location: Wimbledon – Hybrid – minimum 3 days per week in the office
Salary: £38-45K
About the Role
Hairdressers Journal International is the leading voice of the professional hairdressing industry, delivering inspiring content, expert insight and the latest trends to our engaged audience across digital, social and print, as well as our in-person awards and events. We are seeking an experienced journalist to join our team as Deputy Editor.
The Role
As Deputy Editor, you will be responsible both for creating and writing content, as well as be actively involved in smooth-running of Hairdressers Journal International. This is a varied and hands-on role that spans across magazine production, digital content, in-person events, commercial projects and social media content creation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Take an active role in the smooth-running of Hairdressers Journal International across print and digital platforms
- Create and oversee online and social media output to ensure timely, relevant and engaging content
- Write, commission and edit high-quality editorial and sponsored content that informs and inspires our professional audience
- Collaborate with contributors, photographers, designers and the editorial team to deliver each issue on time and to the highest standard
- Represent Hairdressers Journal International at key industry events (including some outside of normal working hours) and maintain strong relationships with professionals, brands and partners
- Work closely with sales, marketing and awards teams to deliver events, awards and brand partnerships
- Manage deadlines, sponsored content, budgets and workflow efficiently
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About You
We’re looking for a confident and creative journalist who will be part of the senior team in the smooth running of HJ. You’ll be equally comfortable generating ideas, writing features, and managing a magazine production schedule as you are liaising with key clients and creating commercial content for print, online and social. A passion and experience within the hairdressing industry, or wider beauty sector is desirable.
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Skills and Experience Required:
- Proven editorial experience at senior content level or in a previous Deputy Editor role
- Excellent writing, editing and commissioning skills
- Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- A solid digital understanding, with experience in CMS, SEO and social media content scheduling – a working knowledge of GA4, AEO and GEO desirable
- Confident communicator with the ability to build relationships at all levels
- An interest in professional hairdressing or beauty is a strong advantage
If you are an experienced content creator looking for a Deputy Editor role, we’d love to hear from you.
Please send your CV and a cover letter to mark.m@thepbgroup.com and eve.o@thepbgropup.com
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