The Newsletter Needs a New Editor
The current KAS newsletter editor is now moving on, having produced the publication for the last 15 years. During that time the newsletter has evolved into a full-colour, twice-yearly publication, appearing in March and November.
Publications
In March, the main purpose of the 16-page issue is to provide a full calendar of all KAS-run events for the coming year (April – March), plus events run by other organisations. It also includes a few short news articles. The 48-page November issue, such as this, has longer articles covering work that has been undertaken during the year and previously.
Collaboration
The editor works closely with the Communications Committee, providing draft newsletters, articles for checking and proof reading, etc. Help with page layout is available.
Requirements
The post requires an organised individual with a good command of English, both written and oral. Style guidelines exist.
The ideal editor should have:
- A good working knowledge of archaeological terminology, time periods and features – for example, a missed or extra digit on a feature description can make it nonsensical
- Good connections with those working in both professional and community archaeology, to know where to ask for stories
- A good eye for visuals – what works well on the page
- A good working knowledge of IT
- Persistence and patience - to encourage contributions and chase promised copy by agreed deadlines.
Please send a CV and examples of previous work to the Hon.Gen.Secretary secretary@kentarchaeology.org.uk