Tell important stories. Build industry connections. Shape the conversation.
We’re looking for a talented and enthusiastic Editor to join Insight, a long-established publication serving Australia’s ophthalmic industry.
Experience in the ophthalmic industry is not essential. We’re looking for a strong writer who can produce engaging, accurate content and build an understanding of the industry.
About Us
Prime Creative Media is a globally recognised B2B media and events company serving high-growth industries. Through our leading publications, events and digital platforms, we connect businesses, professionals and communities to support our purpose of growing individuals, organisations and industries.
We are an independently owned business powered by more than 200 team members across offices in Melbourne, Sydney and London.
We are a business built on Growth, Accountability, Humility and Generosity, with a strong belief that clear expectations, consistent coaching and great systems create great careers.
About the Role
As Editor, you will contribute to the publication’s editorial direction, content quality and day-to-day production.
In line with Prime Creative Media’s purpose of growing individuals, organisations and industries, Insight takes a constructive and forward-looking approach to industry journalism. You will identify and tell stories that highlight progress, innovation, achievement and positive developments across the ophthalmic sector, while maintaining accuracy, credibility and editorial integrity.
This is a hands-on editorial role. You’ll write and edit content, manage the production process and represent Insight across the industry. You’ll also work closely with the Managing Editor, sales, design, production and other internal teams to ensure the publication is delivered on time and to a consistently high standard.
In this role, you will:
- Source, write and edit accurate, engaging news and feature content across print and digital platforms.
- Manage the production of the print publication, including editorial lists, flat plans, schedules and approval processes.
- Maintain a strong pipeline of relevant stories to support consistent editorial output.
- Identify emerging developments, issues and stories affecting the industry.
- Conduct interviews with clients, industry professionals and subject-matter experts.
- Translate clinical, technical and commercial information into clear and compelling content.
- Ensure the accuracy, quality and consistency of all published editorial material.
- Manage Insight’s website, newsletters, social media channels and other digital assets.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with industry professionals, associations, clients and contributors.
- Represent the publication at local and interstate trade shows, conferences, roundtables and other industry events.
- Contribute to the publication’s continued development, relevance and audience engagement.
- Develop positive and engaging industry stories that showcase innovation, progress, achievement and opportunity.
- Produce engaging client-supported content that showcases businesses, products and services to the publication’s target audience, while maintaining appropriate editorial standards.
About You
You may be an experienced editorial professional or an emerging editor ready to take the next step. What matters most is strong journalistic ability, confidence in building and maintaining relationships, and the potential to take ownership of editorial planning and production.
You will ideally have:
- Alignment with our values of Growth, Accountability, Humility and Generosity.
- At least four years’ experience as a journalist or in a comparable role.
- At least one year’s experience working as an editor or performing comparable editorial responsibilities.
- Experience taking responsibility for editing, production planning or the delivery of a publication.
- A proven ability to source, write and edit a high volume of accurate and engaging content.
- Strong news judgement and the ability to identify stories that matter to a specialist audience.
- Excellent writing, editing, interviewing and proofreading skills.
- The ability to understand complex or technical subject matter and communicate it clearly.
- Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.
- The confidence to represent a publication and develop connections across an industry.
- Excellent organisation, attention to detail and deadline management.
- The ability to work independently, take accountability for outcomes and collaborate effectively within a team.
- A degree in Journalism, Media, Communications or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
Why Work With Us?
At Prime Creative Media, we provide clear expectations, practical support and meaningful opportunities to build your skills and career.
You’ll benefit from:
- The opportunity to play an important role in the continued success, editorial direction and development of a respected industry publication.
- Access to leading professionals, organisations and developments across the ophthalmic industry.
- Opportunities to build your professional profile through industry events and stakeholder engagement.
- Training and development designed to strengthen your editorial, leadership and commercial capability.
- Support from experienced editorial, design, production, sales and leadership teams.
- The opportunity to work across print, digital, newsletters, social media and industry events.
- Genuine career progression opportunities within a growing global media business.
- A supportive, high-performance environment that values growth, learning and accountability.
- A modern, award-winning Docklands office with access to facilities including a gym, pool, spa and rooftop area.
Ready to Shape the Conversation?
If you’re excited by the opportunity to play an important role in a respected industry publication, produce journalism that informs and engages its audience, and build strong relationships, we’d love to hear from you.
