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HELLO! Canada, the country’s top-selling magazine on newsstands, is seeking an energetic all-star to step into the role of Associate Editor/Staff Writer for a 1-year contract. We are looking for a writer who is a big fan of all things celebrity, entertainment and of course, ROYAL! So, if you thrive in high-pressure situations, work best when up against a deadline, are confident in tracking down interviews, have a breezy writing style and sense of humour – and you know your Kate Middleton from your Kate Winslet – we would love to hear from you!

Main responsibilities and duties will include: 

• Research and write short and feature-length articles
• Pitch celebrity interviews
• Generate story ideas
• Co-ordinate editorial coverage of a specific section of the magazine

Qualifications and Requirements:

• At least 5 years’ magazine experience
• The ability to write, at high speed with a knack for snappy copy
• A network of publicist contacts, both at home and in Hollywood, is an asset
• Experience working in InCopy
• Patience, good humour, and flexibility (work hours are longer on press days)
• Stamina – our weekly schedule requires resilience

SJC is an equal opportunity employer. SJC is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise the Human Resources department if any accommodations are needed to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

Equality and respect for all is one of our founding values and core beliefs at SJC. We are a diverse group with associates of all ages, orientations, races and talents. We celebrate this diversity and we draw strength from it. Inclusivity at SJC means fostering a culture that welcomes and respects each individual as equal – both inside our walls and within the larger community.