Editorial assistant at The Upcoming

A role for someone who wants editorial experience behind the scenes of the music, film, theatre, art and fashion worlds. You will help our editorial unit find stories and keep in touch with the people who make them.

At a glance

  • Type: Freelance
  • Level: Entry level, no experience required
  • Location: Remote
  • Hours: Flexible, around your studies or other work

What you’ll do

  • Liaise with PRs and press offices
  • Research upcoming releases, shows and events
  • Pitch ideas for articles and features
  • Help keep track of invitations and press releases

What we’re looking for

  • Excellent command of English, spoken and written
  • Great attention to detail
  • Good organisation and confident, polite emails

What you get

  • Experience of how a magazine works with the industry
  • Training and feedback from our editorial unit
  • A reference for your CV

How to apply

Send your CV, a brief covering letter and samples of your writing to recruitment@theupcoming.co.uk, with “Editorial assistant application” in the subject line.

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