URBANE Magazine

Administrative Assistant

URBANE Magazine is Arkansas' leading Black lifestyle magazine. We are looking for an eager, creative, willing-to-learn Administrative Assistant that thinks strategically to help us keep growing.

--IN GENERAL--
This is an as-needed, project-based position; not a full- or part-time position. This person will work closely with the URBANE Editor to efficient execute a range of administrative tasks, including fielding phone calls, scheduling, email correspondence, and liaison duties. This person must be enthusiastic and professional, as well as able to follow instructions, work under pressure, collaborate with a team, and problem solve.
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If you're dedicated and ambitious, URBANE is an excellent place to grow your career!
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Anticipated responsibilities:
  • generate reports and presentations, setting up for meetings, and reordering supplies
  • provide real-time scheduling support by booking appointments, interviews, and meetings and prevent conflicts
  • screening phone calls and routing callers to the appropriate party
  • use computers and cellphone to generate reports, transcribe minutes from interviews, create presentations, and conduct research
  • maintain polite and professional communication via phone, e-mail, and mail
  • anticipate the needs of others in order to ensure their seamless and positive experience
  • ​other clerical duties as needed
Preferred qualifications:
  • excellent oral and written communication skills
  • impeccable grasp of the English language, including idioms and current trends in slang, Ebonics, and expressions
  • ability to work efficiently, effectively, timely, and independently with little or no daily supervision
  • ability to be and remain organized
  • have a kin attention to detail
  • strong interpersonal skills and willingness to communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and management
  • ability to work on multiple projects with different objectives simultaneously efficiently and effectively
  • good time management skills, including prioritizing, scheduling, and adapting as necessary
  • proficient with computers, especially writing programs, such as Google Docs and Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
  • familiar with the URBANE brand, image, products, and services
  • high school diploma, GED, BS degree in English, journalism, communications, or relevant field preferred; years of experience is acceptable​
Submit Resume
Interested applicants must email resume and sample work or portfolio to theurbanemag@gmail.com. Type "Administrative Assistant Resume" in the subject line.
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  • HOME
  • CURRENT ISSUE
  • HIGHLIGHTS
    • URBANE Stories
    • URBANE's Finest of 2023
    • Arkansas Black History
    • NishaSpeaks
    • Readers' Choice
    • Listen First
    • Business Spotlight
    • URBANE Eats
    • D9 Stronger Together
    • Black Arkansas Educators
    • Black Arkansas Graduates >
      • 2023 Graduates
      • 2022 Graduates
      • 2021 Graduates
    • Fathers' Day Tributes >
      • 2022 Fathers
      • 2021 Fathers
    • Mothers' Day Tributes >
      • 2022 Mothers
      • 2021 Mothers
  • GALLERY
    • 2023 >
      • Mosaic Templars Cultural Center Grand Reopening Ribbon Cutting
      • 2023 Pi Lambda Debutante Mother-Daughter Brunch
      • 2023 Black Empowerment Awards Gala
      • John H Johnson Statue
      • Womens Summit 2023
      • SneakNik 2023
      • Sauced Bottomless Brunch
      • Issue 16 Release Party
      • Musicians Bible Study
      • WOW Open House 2023
      • Moses Moody's 2023 Community Weekend
      • The Ultimate Brunch & Day Party
      • 2023 Jubilee Film Festival Awards
      • Black In Business Networking
      • QLC 2023 Springfest
      • CBR'z Catering's Food Truck
      • Sisters in the Movement: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
      • UAPB Black History Month Program 2023
      • 2023 UAMS Midsouth Black Expo
      • Realtist Choice Awards Gala
      • Alivia Beauty Co Grand Opening
      • 2nd Friday Art Night
      • 2nd Anniversary Mixer
      • 2023 MLK Recommitment Celebration
      • CAAC 2023 Founders Day
      • Honorable Swearing-In
    • 2022 >
      • 72nd Annual Debutante Ball
      • Kappa Christmas Ball
      • 2022 Wingtips Blazers & Stilettos
      • Truth Sauce Story Premier
      • 2022 Black Empowerment Awards
      • Frank Scott Watch Party
      • Chris Jones Watch Party
      • 2022 John H Johnson Day
      • 2022 LR Full Figure Fashion Show
      • Coach Davis Dedication
      • Flyght Black
      • Charley Palmer
      • Black Mayors Association 50th Anniversary
      • Tjuana Byrd Internship Program Closing Reception
      • Black Owned NWA Expo
      • 2022 UAMS Midsouth Black Expo
      • 2022 NBA Championship Trophy Tour
      • HMTC 50th Reunion
      • Scott Campaign Office Opening
      • Chief Keith
      • Sister Friends United 14
      • Camp Unidad
      • Delois J Braggs
      • The Black Derby Brunch
      • 1st Anniversary Mixer
      • Who Is Scipio Africanus Jones
      • Stephanie Hobbs
      • 2022 King Kennedy Awards
      • Emerging Arkansas Artists Showcase
      • Bank On America
    • 2021 >
      • MLK Christmas
      • Fredrick Love
      • Black Caucus
      • 2021 Wingtips Blazers & Stilettos
      • Arkansas RGB Music Showcase
      • Korto Momolo Fashion Show
      • Flyght Black Wine Tasting
      • New Black Panther Party
      • Speak Now
      • Same Different Amazing
      • Return of The Mac
      • Bobby Portis Foundation Back-2-School
      • Bobby Portis Foundation Gala
      • Worship Recharge Concert
      • Jones Bar-B-Q
      • Natalie James
      • Meet The Editor
      • We The People
      • Being Your Own Boss
      • BizAr Networking Mixer
      • The Honorable Choice
      • Creme de la Creme
      • Green Book Exhibit Opening Reception
      • Sister Friends United
      • Brae Leni & Friends
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    • About URBANE
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