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