Sub Editor/Bangalore

Talent Zone Consultant

Main Responsibilities of a Sub Editor

Edit copy, written by reporters or features writers, to remove spelling mistakes and grammatical errors.

Proofread complete pages produced by other sub-editors typically using the main basic proofing symbols.

Rewrite material so that it flows or reads better and adheres to the house style of a particular publication

Ensure that a story fits a particular word count by cutting or expanding material as necessary.

Liaise with writers and editors.

Check facts and stories to ensure they're accurate, adhere to copyright laws, or go against the publication's policy.

Work to a page plan to ensure that the right stories appear in the correct place on each page.

Lay out pages and, depending on the nature of the role, play a part in page design.

Adapt all these skills for a publication's website.

If required; should be able to coordinate to hire new recruits

Key Requirements

Excellent written skills and high levels of proofreading and editing

Accurate spelling, grammar and punctuation

Strong attention to detail

Good organizational and communication skills

The ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines

Prior experience as a sub editor or journalist

Qualifications:

Degree in journalism, communications or related field with 3-7 years of experience in content development & management.

• Experience

  5 - 6 Years

• No. of Openings

  3

• Education

  Any Bachelor Degree

• Role

  Sub Editor

• Industry Type

  Advertising / MR / PR / Events

• Gender

  [ Male / Female ]

• Job Country

  India

• Type of Job

  Full Time

• Work Location Type

  Work from Office