Job Title

Thanks to exciting promotions, we are looking for two driven associate editors. At Annex, we believe that good things happen when like-minded people come together to create and connect. This belief is at the heart of the work we do. That means finding people who like to work hard and work together the kind of people who get excited by a new challenge.Annex is a 100% Employee-Management Partnership and our employees share in the ownership and success of the company. We prioritize the well-being of our employees. Everyone enjoys flexible working hours, a comprehensive benefits package, progressive vacation entitlement, additional paid days off throughout the year, opportunities for continuing education, profit sharing, and all the necessary tools to excel in your role. Our modern offices offer a hybrid schedule of 2 common days in-office (Tuesdays & Wednesdays) and 3 days remote, or wherever in the industry you happen to be that day. Plus, you'll love our 35-hour workweek, which ends at 1:30 pm on Fridays.Our associate editor role is the training ground for the next step in their career as editor.Each promotion opens the door for a new associate editor to join our team which is the case here.For an associate editor, were looking for a self-starter who wants to learn but also accepts responsibility for their own outcomes. Results oriented and team focused, the ideal candidate loves to create and tune content across all mediums.If this sounds like what youve been searching for, we currently have two associate editor opportunities available.One in our aquaculture group which includes Hatchery International (HI), RASTECH, and Aquaculture North America (ANA) and a second in our emergency services group for Canadian Firefighter and Firefighting in Canada.It's a chance to grow, with significant responsibility and autonomy combined with the help of a dedicated mentor and top-notch support teams. We're looking for someone with ideas and energy who's ready to become an important part of the national business scene in a friendly, can-do environment.What you will do:Pitch, create, and manage first-rate content in a deadline-driven environment.Participate in all aspects of putting a magazine together from concept and story pitching to feature writing and production.Creatively use our various digital products including websites, e-newsletters, social media, video, webinars, podcasts and more to reach and engage our audience wherever they are.Support the editor by working with a wide range of contributors, editing copy from industry experts and ensuring quality and timeliness of online content.Help develop and launch new products in all media to benefit the brands' loyal and expanding audience.Create content and marketing around existing and new workshops, conferences and events (both live and virtual).Attend industry events to better connect with your market and audience.Bring your knowledge and ideas to the table to drive innovation in our channels and in the industries we serve.Complete a detailed training grid to prepare you for a full editorial role.What the ideal Annex candidate looks like:You have a post secondary degree in journalism, communications or a related field.A passionate and engaging writer in English, with the samples to show it.Comfort and/or experience with all forms of media communication, including but not limited to print, digital (websites and e-newsletters), video and social media.Ability to work together to achieve the best results and display a can do/will do attitude.Great organizational abilities, as well as excellent computer skills.Goes beyond to deliver the unexpected.Strong work ethic and willingness to adapt in a constantly evolving media business.Can take instruction but doesn't need to be told what to do.A desire to improve - Receptive to feedback and adept at integrating it into learning.Capable of working remotely from a home office as well as in one of our office locations as required.A valid drivers license and enthusiasm for limited travel within and outside of Canada.What we offer:In addition to what we've mentioned above, youll get the chance to work with a media group that knows the business inside and out. Youll also earn your stripes working with different experienced editors. At Annex, we believe values and unique culture help us consistently outperform the industry.If all of this sounds like the perfect next step in your career, please send a cover letter, resum, and links to writing samples are a must to include to, talent@annexbusinessmedia.com.Base Salary Range: $50,000/yr - $54,000/yrDeadline to apply is April 10, 2025Annex Business Media is Canadas largest B2B media company, serving its 60 brands via print, websites, enews, social media, podcasts, webinars, live and virtual events, research and more. As an Employee-Management Partnership (EMP), all employees share in the success of the company.