Newsletter Technical Editor Volunteer Position 

Summary

The Technical Editor (TE) is responsible for securing quarterly Newsletter content; organizing and editing approved articles; and checking accuracy of draft Newsletter layouts, all adhering to preestablished Newsletter schedule. The TE works closely with the Editorial Board and Communications Committee re content and standards, and with the Layout Editor re layout and production.

Responsibilities include:

•       Directly request articles for the Newsletter (e.g., special events, extended trips, activities of interest, etc.) and solicit additional suggestions from the Communications Committee.
•       Store received articles and photos on shared Google Drive.
•       Edit articles for grammar, spelling, style conventions and coherence, shortening if required.
•       Review draft layouts when requested by the Layout Editor.
•       Create a ‘catchy’ headline for the emailed Newsletter announcement to members.

Time commitment:

•      3-6 hours per month, with time commitment more intense in the 6 weeks prior to publication

Skills required:

•      Detail-oriented
•      Knowledge of simple editing conventions
•      Familiarity with Google Drive
•      Enthusiasm

Relationships:

•       Works closely with the Marketing & Communications Director and Communications Committee re content and standards
•       Works with Layout Director & Information Technology Director re layout and production
  
  

For more information, please contact Loraine Walter at arctic.lorie@gmail.com.

If you are interested, please send an email to Loraine briefly outlining your relevant experience and skills.