City: Sandton
True Love chief copy editor
Copy-edit and rewrite copy
1. Rewrite all non-creative features to conform to provide excellent editorial content
2. Edit copy for length, context, style and structure.
3. Check original copy to ensure spirit/tone of original is not lost.
4. Ensure that copy adheres to style guide at all times.
5. Correct spelling and grammar.
6. Ensure the authenticity, validation and credibility of the stories
7. Meet all deadlines.
8. Manage copy workflow between editorial desk and art department.
Proofread and prepare copy for final sign-off
1. Cut copy on In Design where required.
2. Effect the changes by Editor, Deputy Editor and Features Editor.
3. Sign off pages in consultation with Editor and Art Director.
4. Make sure there are no grammatical errors on subbed layouts.
Post-mortem and feedback
1. Give regular feedback to team to improve quality of copy.
2. Check printed copy of magazine and provide necessary feedback on how the magazine should improve
3. Update and maintain style guide.
4. Attend daily production meetings with team leaders (Editor, Deputy Ed, Managing Ed, Entertainment and Creative Director)
Report back to Editor
1.Report back on problems with copy & layout, etc.
Serve as mentor
Be willing to serve as a mentor to young journalists and identify and develop talent so that they can reach their full potential.
Requirements
•Minimum of five years relevant working experience.
•The candidate should have a qualification in English/ Journalism (diploma or degree) or related fields.
•Proven written English language skills.
•Able to work fast and accurately, and adhere strictly to deadlines.
•Willing to work irregular hours (weekends included)
•An excellent command of the English language and indigenous language is an added bonus.
•A sound knowledge of In Design.
•Exceptional communication skills.
•The ability to focus on task at hand.
•The ability to thrive under pressure and meet deadlines.
•Strong organisational skills.
•Excellent work ethic.
•A sharp eye for detail.
•Ability to work as part of a team.
•Manage a pool of freelancers and permanent copy editor(s).
Personal Skills/Attributes
The successful candidate will be a team player with excellent English language skills, good communication skills and a positive attitude. She will manage a group of copy editors. The incumbent should have a high level of emotional intelligence, be energetic, fast and be passionate and understand black readers.
Contact details
Lethiwe Shezi
Media 24 Developing Markets
Lethiwe.Shezi@media24dev.co.za