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Assist the PRI Editorial/Education and Membership departments in producing and executing world-class content through print and digital channels. This position supports and contributes to the editorial/education and membership teams and encompasses a wide range of daily, weekly, monthly and yearly projects and responsibilities. It is critical for the continued sustainability and success of PRI’s content factory.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND AUTHORITY
Manage PRI Writers & Photographers - Develops monthly assignment letters; provides follow-up & assistance; manages purchase orders, invoicing and payment; identifies & coordinates w. new contractors
Manage Annual PRI Buyers Guide - Coordinates outreach, and organizes text, photos and additional assets from suppliers; manages process from beginning to end, ensuring all content is accounted for and properly categorized; maintains updated list of sanctioning organizations, warehouse distributors, and manufacturers’ representatives
Manage Special Editorial Features - Coordinates outreach and communicates w. sales, membership & marketing departments on assets required for monthly Product Focus and annual Machinery Row Preview, Trailer Showcase, New Exhibitor Listing, Featured Products Showcase, and other complementary editorial projects
Manage PRI Editorial Assets - Oversees PRI photo library, including staff and contributed art from both paid and unpaid sources; collects, maintains, labels, categorizes and updates photo files on server; pulls relevant photography for monthly editorial; creates monthly article source lists; maintains updated list of products, businesses, etc. featured in editorial
Produce/Proof Editorial Content - Oversees production of monthly Industry News and Race Shop sections of PRI Magazine; proofreads and fact-checks monthly articles for PRI Magazine; posts daily news to website; assists w. or produces additional content as assigned; identifies and contacts editorial sources for use in upcoming editorial
Support PRI Education & Membership - Assist PRI Education efforts via program development; speaker outreach, communication, management, asset collection, etc.; marketing/promotion; seminar recording and distribution; coordination w. stakeholders pre-Show and on site
Support Trade Show Initiatives - Assist editorial department in pre-Show, on-site and post-Show coverage, including, but not limited to, asset collection and management for October, November & February issues of PRI Magazine, as well as weekly eNewsletter and daily social media posting
Inter-Departmental/Outside Contractor Communication - Establish working relationship and collaborate w. PRI Membership on content development. Communicate monthly story angles w. other departments and collect suggested sources/contacts; obtain additional content and/or photography from sources as needed; request media and photo credentials for race events; attend and represent PRI at industry events as required
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED
Minimum of bachelor’s degree from accredited institution, or equivalent work experience.
Working knowledge of motorsports, including parts, services, types of racing, etc.
2-plus years of professional work experience required. Experience in editorial/content, project management, copywriting and/or social media very much desired.
Must be highly detail-oriented and organized.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines concurrently.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite. Intermediate or above proficiency in Excel and Power Point a plus.
Basic understanding of Adobe graphics applications and file formats.
Ability to work well with others in a team environment.
Ability to problem-solve and make solid decisions under pressure.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong customer service skills and professional demeanor.
RELATIONSHIPS
Report to Editor
Work closely with Sales, Marketing, Trade Show, Art, Membership, and outside vendors; interface with all levels of PRI staff & PRI customers
Since its inception in 1986, Performance Racing Industry (PRI) has served as the motorsports industry's key source for trends, merchandising ideas, new products, business strategies, and more. Through the world’s premier auto racing trade show in Indianapolis, Indiana, as well as PRI’s award-winning monthly business magazine, digital platforms and social networks, motorsports industry members from all over the world remain at the cutting edge of the worldwide racing marketplace. Founded by racing entrepreneur Steve Lewis, PRI was purchased by SEMA in 2012.
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