Books Editor
The Books Editor is responsible for a great section in Indigo, sourcing and writing content, as well as laying up the Books section’s pages and uploading articles to the website. They are also expected to be an active member of the editorial board, which includes distribution of the paper upon publication, and manage a contributor group. This section will produce 2-3 articles a week and lay up 1-2 pages in the fortnightly term time print edition.

Tasks
●  Attending editorial board meetings
●  Sourcing content/commissioning articles, including through a contributor group
●  Laying up the page for print editions
●  Checking and editing content once it comes in
●  Performing editorial board duties, such as distribution

Skills and qualities
●  Ability to learn how to use Adobe InDesign and WordPress
●  Attention to detail
●  Ability to keep to deadlines
●  Strong visual eye and intuition about what makes an attractive layout
●  Able to work both independently and as part of a team
●  Communication skills and friendliness
●  Diligence and reliability

This application will be assessed anonymously. In the second part of this form (competency questions), please do not include any information which could make you identifiable.

If your application is successful, you will be invited via email to an interview with our Editors-in-Chief and Indigo Editors.

If you have any questions, please direct them to indigo@palatinate.org.uk

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and levels of experience.

The deadline to submit the application is Wednesday 30th August, 23:59pm. 
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Personal questions
Name *
College *
Year (please indicate progression, i.e. third of four) *
Course *
Durham email *
Personal email *
Mobile Number
Competency questions
Do you have any experience which may make you suitable for this role? (this is not a requirement)
What is your vision for the Books section?
Give five suggestions for a Books content call.
Give three ideas for how you would improve Books' presence online.
Give three ideas for how you would improve for Books section in print editions.
How much time (in hours) do you expect the role of Books Editor would take per week?
Would you continue Books’ series and themed content? What do you propose for this?
Do you have any knowledge of media law and/or Adobe InDesign? (this is not a requirement)
Please put below a short piece (sub 200 words) of original writing. It can be in any style or format. Please ensure that it does not include your name.
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