Help Wanted: B&MRRHS Newsletter Editor
November 16, 2016 - The Boston & Maine Railroad Historical Society seeks a qualified person to succeed Bob Warren as our B&MRRHS Newsletter editor. The transition will occur by the end of 2017. Bob will train and assist his successor during and after the transition.
Duties:
Oversee the production of six B&MRRHS Newsletters in each calendar year
Acquire and accumulate copy and photos for inclusion in the Newsletter
Solicit articles from knowledgeable persons
Using desktop publishing software, assemble the master copy of the Newsletter
Proofread the master copy
Send the master copy to the printer by deadline date to enable mailing to members on time
The editor’s duties do not include stuffing or mailing of the Newsletter.
Qualifications:
An interest in the Boston and Maine Railroad and New England railroad history
An interest in current events in New England railroading
Ability to organize paper and electronic documents and meet deadlines
Familiarity with computer software and email
A knowledge of English grammar, usage, and punctuation
Ability to edit news stories and articles to fit available space.
Ability to use desktop publishing software to produce an attractive publication
This is a volunteer position and a way to serve the Society in a vitally important area. You do not have to live in New England to qualify.
If you would like to be considered for the position of Newsletter Editor, please contact Rick Nowell, B&MRRHS President, by emailing him at fnowell3@gmail.com
