Alumni Magazine: Editorial Process

The following outlines the roles and responsibilities of various team members involved in producing alumni magazines, focusing on the collaboration between editors, account executives, and other key roles. Here’s a brief summary:

1. Editor’s Initial Contact with Client: The editor initiates communication with the client regarding starting a new issue.
2. Setting Up Project: The print project manager sets up project files and communication platforms for the team.
3. Brainstorming and Story List Development: The editor collaborates with the client and internal creative team to shape and draft the story list. This list undergoes review by a second editor before being sent to the client for approval.
4. Estimate and Budgeting: The editor initiates the estimate conversation with the account executive. The account executive prepares cost estimates and communicates them to the client.
5. Content Development and Management: The editor assigns writers to stories, manages freelance writer agreements, reviews freelance writer invoices, and ensures deadlines are communicated to writers.
6. Design and Layout Process: The editor collaborates with the art director on designing the magazine layout, reviewing design drafts, and coordinating with the production team.
7. Proofing and Client Review: The editor oversees the proofing process, coordinates client feedback on proofs, and ensures all changes are integrated.
8. Final Approval and Delivery: The production team coordinates final delivery of the magazine after client approval, and the account executive reconciles all costs.

Throughout the process, clear communication and collaboration among team members are essential to ensure the successful production of the alumni magazine.