The Big Issue Australia is an independent organisation that develops and operates social enterprises and creative, sustainable solutions to homelessness, providing opportunities for people experiencing marginalisation and disadvantage to positively change their lives.

The Role

The Big Issue is seeking a Music Editor to create content for our national, fortnightly magazine. This is a freelance WFH position, which will commence in October.

You must be an experienced music journalist and critic, with proven editing experience. You already have industry contacts and a portfolio of writing to provide examples of your work.

You will have excellent communication skills and attention to detail. You will be highly organised, flexible and committed to inclusive, high-quality arts journalism.

Specific Tasks

• Commission and edit one feature story per edition
• Commission and edit three capsule reviews per edition
• Write a 250-word music column per edition
• Help source accompanying images (where applicable)
• Ensure all copy deadlines are met
• Plan for five editions in advance, where possible
• Manage a network of freelance contributors and develop new writers
• Respond to pitch queries from writers and publicists

• Keep up to date on new releases, established and emerging artists, music news and events in order to create timely and relevant copy
• Contribute ideas for possible cover stories, where relevant

The role pays $295 per edition, for 24 editions per year.

Our Values

• We treat all people with dignity and respect
• We operate ethically and with integrity
• We think creatively and without limits
• We strive for continuous improvement
• We apply prudent financial and business practices
• We are economically, environmentally and socially responsible
• We value, encourage and support our employees

How to apply

Send a copy of your CV and a cover letter to Editor Amy Hetherington: [email protected] using the subject line: Music Editor - Work from Home application via EthicalJobs. Please include three examples of music feature ideas you would like to see in The Big Issue.

Prior to an offer of employment all applicants must undertake a police check.