Associate Editor, California magazine

Cal Alumni Association•Berkeley, CA

8d•$65,000 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

California is an editorially independent magazine published by the non-profit Cal Alumni Association. Founded in 1895, the magazine reports on the world of UC Berkeley and UC Berkeley in the world. California is published quarterly in print and maintains an active digital presence across multiple channels and formats including The Edge podcast, our website, californiamag.org, The Telegraph newsletter, and various social media. It also produces California Live!, a quarterly live event. The Associate Editor is an early-career journalist with strong writing and editing instincts who is looking to grow into a broader editorial role. This position supports the editorial team across print and digital platforms, with particular responsibility for online content, social media, and podcast coordination. The Associate Editor will work closely with the Senior Editor and Executive Editor and will have opportunities to report and write, assist with editing, and contribute to the editorial direction of the magazine.

Requirements

One to three years of journalism experience, or demonstrated journalistic instincts through coursework, internships, or independent work.
Strong writing skills and careful editing instincts.
Familiarity with fact-checking protocols and journalistic ethics.
Genuine curiosity across a wide range of subjects — science, technology, arts, athletics, policy, culture.
Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Experience with web publishing and content management systems
Working familiarity with Google Docs, Adobe Acrobat, and social media platforms.
Comfort working in a small, collaborative editorial environment and ability to work in office on the Berkeley campus two days a week.
Flexibility to accommodate occasional evening and weekend commitments, particularly during production.
Must submit to and pass driving record, consumer report, and FBI/DOJ fingerprint background investigations.
Candidates must be based in the Bay Area.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of UC Berkeley, its history, culture, and academic community.
Interest in and familiarity with college athletics.
Curiosity about and familiarity with tech and science topics.
Experience creating and managing social media for a publication or organization.

Responsibilities

Assist with editing and writing stories for print and online platforms.
Report and write short-form stories and online content on a regular basis.
Support the Senior Editor in producing the monthly e-newsletter and uploading stories, photos, videos, and other multimedia content to the website using the magazine’s content management system.
Support the Senior Editor in creating social media posts with an emphasis on quality over volume.
Assist with podcast coordination, including scheduling, research, and production support.
Monitor campus and general news sources for UC Berkeley-related stories, trends, and opportunities.
Assist with fact-checking on assigned pieces.
Help manage and mentor editorial interns.
Support the editorial team during print production cycles, including proofing
Assist with logistics and content for the annual live event.
Other duties as assigned.