Job Description
Napa Spotlight Best Version Media, located in Napa Valley, publishes a community magazine and features local intriguing people.
You must live in the Napa, California area.
CONTENT COORDINATOR ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
The role of the Content Coordinator is equal parts writing and coordinating content. In addition to writing and editing
the magazine’s Resident Feature and other content for each issue, the Content Coordinator manages submissions from
residents and clients, communicates with the Publisher and other team members, and updates and formats all content
for online submission. Strong computer literacy is required, as all content must be uploaded to the online platform by the
Submission Deadline. The Content Coordinator also proofs the magazine to ensure a polished, print-ready product.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONTENT COORDINATOR:
• Find a feature family for each issue (utilizing referrals from past features whenever possible)
• Coordinate and write a new resident feature for each magazine
• Coordinate with magazine’s photographer to secure feature photos
• Compile a local calendar of events section
• Write business profiles and/or additional monthly articles as directed by the publisher
• Edit and format all contributed content, including expert contributor articles, neighborhood and youth classifieds
sections and resident-submitted articles
• Upload all content to the back office portal by the submission deadline
• Proof magazine content within 24 business hours of the designer completing the first proof
• Collaborate with publisher to create interesting local content or add new sections as needed
THE CONTENT COORDINATOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR:
• Checking ads
• Coordinating paid advertising
• Making magazine design decisions/directives
REQUIRED SKILLS:
• Must be proficient in computer skills such as internet navigation, copy + paste, email, and uploading/downloading
images and attachments
• Must have Microsoft Word and Excel and be comfortable using them
• Must show professional, friendly, and timely communication via email and phone
• Must have strong organizational and time management skills in order to successfully manage and write content
from multiple sources
• Must be detail-oriented and able to complete tasks in a timely manner
Company Description
BVM connects local businesses to customers with innovative print and digital advertising solutions. We work with entrepreneurs across the U.S. and Canada to unite communities and help businesses thrive with simple and cost-effective solutions. We have over 1,200 magazines in print – a number that has grown from just six magazines at the time of our founding in 2007.
Our growth and culture has been recognized by outstanding organizations like Fortune, Glassdoor, Great Place to Work, Top Workplaces, BizTimes Media and the Stevie Awards for Great Employers.
BVM connects local businesses to customers with innovative print and digital advertising solutions. We work with entrepreneurs across the U.S. and Canada to unite communities and help businesses thrive with simple and cost-effective solutions. We have over 1,200 magazines in print – a number that has grown from just six magazines at the time of our founding in 2007.\r\n\r\nOur growth and culture has been recognized by outstanding organizations like Fortune, Glassdoor, Great Place to Work, Top Workplaces, BizTimes Media and the Stevie Awards for Great Employers.