Application Form / Editor, Smith Journal
How to apply:
1. Complete this application form. Please re-save the document using your name as the document name
2. Include your CV (preferably with written references if available)
3. Include samples of your writing that are relevant to Smith Journal
4. Email the above as attachments to: editorialjobs@frankiepress.com.au Please put ‘Smith Editor’ in the
subject line.
Provide your responses by typing into the boxes (the boxes will expand with the length of the response).
Use the ‘tab’ or arrow keys to move through the questions. We look forward to reviewing your application
and thank you in advance for your interest and time.
Your name / email / contact number
How did you find out about this job?
Where do you currently live and what’s your preferred home base?
Practically speaking, when could you start?
Tell us about yourself (100 words maximum.)
How would you describe Smith Journal magazine to a friend?
What do you think Smith Journal does well?
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What do you think Smith Journal could do better?
What publications, digital or print, do you read on a regular basis and why?
What are your thoughts on the “digital versus print” debate – where do you weigh in?
What traits do you value in an employer?
What tools – digital or otherwise – do you use to organise your work / life?
What has been your proudest work moment/achievement to date?
How do you relax outside of work? What is important to you?
What motivates you in your work?
Provide two story ideas for Smith Journal magazine*:
Provide two story ideas for the Smith Journal website*:
List (a) three brands you consider to be a ‘perfect fit’ for Smith Journal, (b) three brands you consider to be
an ‘ok’ fit for Smith Journal and (c) three brands that should ‘never’ appear in Smith Journal:
Anything else you’d like to tell us?
*Note: The ideas you submit are an important part of the application. They help us gauge your
understanding of the magazine and its audience.
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Thanks for your time and effort. We post updates on the recruitment process on our website at
www.smithjournal.com.au/jobs when they become available.
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