DESCRIPTION

Odvod Media is located in Edmonton, Alberta and is seeking a part-time staff writer for Edify magazine. All applicants must be willing to commit to working three days a week at Odvod Media’s office.
Edify is a city magazine that reflects the attitudes, ideas, energy and sophistication of its resident city. With diverse writing voices and superb art direction, Edify’s editorial features also challenge readers by pushing boundaries and bringing the best in local journalism. Edify is a cultural artifact for our city and authentically reflects Edmonton in a way that informs and intrigues, uplifts and entertains. This flagship title has several brand extensions, in particular Top 40 Under 40 and the Best Restaurants event, as well as a podcast.
Edify magazine is under the direction of Editor-in-Chief Omar Mouallem.

QUALIFICATIONS

• An impressive and variated portfolio of published articles
• Strong reporting and interviewing skills
• A sharp, confident and unique writing voice
• Thorough knowledge of CP style
• Thorough knowledge of local culture, businesses and issues
• Proven experience in story ideation
• Strong sense of curiosity and creativity
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Ability to juggle competing priorities; good time management and attention to deadlines
• Able to work in a team environment that is passionate about magazine journalism and local culture.
  This position reports directly to the editor-in-chief. It’s a part-time (three 8-hour days), in-office position with a salary based on experience. Odvod is located in the Wîhkwêntôwin neighbourhood of Edmonton, close to coffee shops and public transit. We offer free parking, health spending account and a challenging role.
  This is an excellent opportunity for independent journalists and writers seeking steady work to sustain their freelance career.
  Please do not phone or drop by. We hope to fill the position by September 10, 2025, and we only contact the applicants we wish to interview.
  Please submit your resume and writing samples (pdfs, not links) - stating you found this job on Jeff Gaulin’s Journalism Job Board - to:
  E-mail: careers@odvod.com

• Writing high-quality reported articles for Edify and other magazines published by Odvod Media
• Writing short and timely articles for Edify’s weekly publications: Ed. Home + Style, Ed. on the Town and Ed. Eats
• Pitching thoughtful articles for Edify magazine at weekly story meetings
• Collaborating with the publishing team for story ideation, assigning and proofreading
• Following editorial and production processes
• Supporting Edify’s brand which includes active involvement in events and programs