Want to join the Bike Europe team? Editor position now available

Want to join the Bike Europe team? Editor position now available

ZEIST, The Netherlands - Do you want to contribute to independent journalism in the bicycle industry? Now is your chance. Bike Europe is looking for a driven journalist to expand its editorial team.

Bike Europe is the leading trade journal for the international e-bike and bicycle industry bringing various markets in and outside Europe into perspective. It covers the market with up-to-date news, in-depth reports, product information, and complete coverage of major industry events, both online and in print.

Challenges of a Bike Europe editor

  • Take an active part in the transition to the ‘digital only’ strategy of www.bike-eu.com as well as on various social media platforms.
  • Source, conceptualise, create and craft compelling relevant business content for our readers in English.
  • Turn often complex corporate messages, as well as submissions of non-native English correspondents, into must-see and must-read content that is delivered across a mix of disciplines, including digital, print and video.
  • Work closely with colleagues and show a high degree of responsibility and commitment.
  • Contribute on a daily basis to Bike Europe publications on all levels.
  • Attend industry events, track the electric bike and bicycle industry and interview sources from a variety of perspectives.

What are you bringing with you?

  • Native level English and basic level Dutch preferred. The publications are in English, but the working language within VMN media is Dutch.
  • A couple of years of (online) editorial experience
  • Affinity/interest in financial and business journalism
  • Living in Netherlands (preferable)
  • Willing to travel
  • Eagerness to learn and develop

What do we offer you?

  • A challenging job with lots of opportunity for own initiatives
  • Full-time employment (36 hours)
  • Pension scheme
  • Hybrid working method
  • International travel possibilities


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