Volunteer/Intern:Pro-bono Editor of… at The Aparecio… · Chicago

Company Description

Hasana, Inc. is an accessible luxury brand. The spirit of the

collection features high-end men's and women's clothing and

accessories for timeless style. We provide custom, hand-made items

ranging from contemporary to classic. Each item purchased directly

benefits The Apareció Foundation and women's education.

Hasana, Inc. is seeking talented students in the Chicago Loop area for

a variety of spring internship positions. Take advantage of on the

job training, mentorship and exposure to all aspects of the fashion

industry.

Hasana, Inc. is committed to developing a fun and productive work

culture that is conducive to positive results!

We offer a uniquely open environment that demands initiative and

imagination from every single team member that are heard, tested, and

genuinely empowered to lead by example and create lasting impacts on

our organization, its programs, and the community.

Please note that this is an unpaid internship.

Job Description

• Copy edit and fact check all fashion content for Felix and FelixMag.co, including editorial features, blog posts, slideshows, headlines/display copy, multimedia, and marketing copy
• Query appropriate writers and editors to resolve any issues with copy
• Work closely with editorial, design, photo, and production departments to ensure the quality and timeliness of the site’s multiple daily publishes, including keeping track of the status and flow of all copy, and, as the last editorial eye, reviewing and signing off on all fashion content before it is published
• Maintain and periodically update all fashion-related Felix and FelixMag.co copy editing resources and guides to make sure they are accurate and reflect any editorial changes

Qualifications

• A passion for women’s economic opportunities

• Must be a full or part-time student and working toward a degree

• Must be eligible to receive school credit and commit to 2-3 days a week for 3 months or a college graduate with 1+ years experience

• Excellent command of the English language

• Proven ability to work to stringent deadlines

• Ability to work as part of a team or autonomously

• Ability to work in a fast-moving entrepreneurial environment with competing deadlines and priorities

• Integrity, honesty, openness and a willingness to operate as a team player

• Conscientious, detail-oriented, and efficient, impeccable understanding of grammar and good writing

• Strong copy editing and research/fact checking experience in very fast-paced digital environment

• Proficient in Chicago Mannual of Style, MS Word, InCopy/InDesgin, MAC/PC platforms

• Experience with HTML and content management systems

• Strong knowledge of the fashion industry and a keen eye with regards to trends and styles

• Fast, accurate and the ability to prioritize

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.