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An opportunity for a Sub-Editor exists within our Editorial Department reporting to the Chief Sub Editor of The Citizen newspaper. The successful candidate will be responsible for the Bloemfontein edition but will be situated at our offices in Industria (Johannesburg).

Main Responsibilities:

• To cut, re-write, re-angle/alter copy to fit requirements.
• To write headlines and captions accurately and creatively.
• Spot and correct legal, grammatical, factual and contextual errors.
• To layout pages creatively and in accordance with The Citizen's style
• To meet editorial deadlines

Preference will be given to individuals who will add to the diversity of the organization.

Should you not receive feedback from The Citizen two weeks after the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.

Requirements

• Good News 3 (GN3) Publishing System
• Communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to meet deadlines

Advantageous

• Grade 12 Certificate
• Relevant Tertiary qualification (Journalism, English Studies, etc.)
• Computer literacy (Windows, MS Office, Internet)
• Min three years experience in sub and layout editing
• Work week is from Sunday to Thursday.
• Previous experience or education in digital/visual design will serve as a recommendation.

Personal Skills/Attributes

• Ability to sub-edit efficiently
• Ability to design pages efficiently and creatively
• Expertise in spelling, grammar and punctuation
• Ability or make sure that writing flows, is logical and makes sense
• Awareness of legal environment
• Excellent general knowledge
• News sense

Via: bizcommunity.com

Contact Information:

For inquiries: nhlanhla@citizen.co.za

For submissions: nhlanhla@citizen.co.za

Website: http://www.citizen.co.za/

Billingual editor (English & Afrikaans). Needs to be Afrikaans 1st language. Must have a completed Degree and be able to edit and translate in both languages. Large corporate company. Send CV directly to klmrecruitment@telkomsa.net / KLM Recruitment / 031 309 8466.

Contact Information:

For inquiries: 031 309 8466

For submissions: klmrecruitment@telkomsa.net

New Media Publishing is seeking to appoint a managing editor for their two premier food brands: Eat In and Eat Out. The portfolio currently comprises two websites (www.eat-in.co.za and www.eatout.co.za), two award-winning annual directories, electronic newsletters, a collection of supplements and digital magazines as well as South Africa's premier restaurant and food awards.

The position is based in Cape Town, with the appointee reporting to the content director. Applicants should have a minimum of three years' experience in magazines (preferably on a food title).

As managing editor you will be responsible for:

* Working closely with content director, editor, online editor, art director and events manager
* Managing workflow on a daily basis
* Drawing up and managing timelines
* Drawing up and managing editorial budgets
* Editorial research and writing
* Commissioning of freelance writers
* Managing subbing and fact-checking
* Affecting changes
* Organizing shoots where applicable
* Assisting the art director with picture research when the need arises
* Assisting the events manager with administrative duties when the need arises
* Administrative tasks as and when needed.

The following skills and experience are required:

* A degree or diploma in journalism or a similar field
* An excellent working knowledge of online, print and social media
* A high level of computer literacy, including internet, e-mail, Microsoft Office and InDesign
* Fluency in English
* Good communication and organisational skills and the willingness to be a team player
* The ability to multi-task and work under pressure
* Resourcefulness; and
* A passion for food and magazines.

If you have not heard from us by 15 June 2011, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. In terms of its employment equity guidelines, New Media Publishing aims to provide equal opportunities.

New Media Publishing reserves the right not to fill this position at this time should a suitable candidate not be found. Please indicate in the subject line the position for which you are applying.

Contact Information:

For submissions: apply here

Website: http://www.eat-in.co.za/, http://www.eatout.co.za/

The Managing Editor, working as part of the senior editorial team, assists the editorial department, art department, fashion and beauty department and promotions department in ensuring deadlines are met and budgets are adhered to. When time allows, the Managing Editor helps with editing copy and getting pages ready for publication.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

MANAGING ALL PHASES OF PRODUCTION, WHICH INCLUDES:

• Setting production and commissioning deadlines according to factory print dates.
• Ensuring brainstorming, editorial and picture meetings/briefings take place on schedule.
• Supervising copy flow and monitoring adherence to deadlines.
• Monitoring flow of layouts from art to subs; and the sending-to-repro process.
• Running daily production meetings with subs and art department.
• Tracking work progress and gauging whether flow and speed are sufficient to make the next deadline.
• Making plans to get production back on track when this is not the case.
• Liaising with the production manager, factory and repro house when required.
• Assisting with special projects and supplements when these are scheduled.
• Drawing up flatplans and reworking them in liaison with the Editor and Advertising Sales teams.
• Overseeing the positioning of ads in consultation with the sales staff.
• Being a ‘watchdog’ in helping to prevent ads that contradict the editorial message from being placed.

• Monitoring adherence to budgets and in-house rates.
• Daily and monthly reconciliation of order forms and invoices.
• Authorising invoices for editorial and advertorial work done, ensuring payments are in accordance with company policy.
• Liaising with freelance writers/ photographers/stylists etc when there are disputes regarding fees or payments.
• Liaising with the accounts department when there are queries about payment from freelancers.
• Maintaining comprehensive spreadsheets detailing spend across the magazine.
• Providing liaison between the respective editorial, sales and financial teams.
• Communicating management decisions, where relevant, to all levels of permanent staff, freelance staff and external service providers (repro and printing).
• Monitoring leave (sick and annual) to ensure it doesn’t impact on production.
• Monitoring timekeeping, office behavior, work standards etc of staff and taking action when required.
• Giving input re staff placements/replacements when required.
• Liaising with HR, Finance Department and any other relevant staff to make contingency plans – for instance getting in freelancers - if and when necessary to keep to production schedules.
• Employing freelancers when required according to rate guidelines provided by HR and the Finance department.

• Helping the Senior Editor with editing/re-writing features, when time allows.
• Writing sidebars, intros and captions to help the Copy Editing Department if and when needed to help keep production on track.
• Sourcing ideas for anything from features to special projects to snippets, and contributing these (at features meetings).
• Representing the magazine at promotional and networking events when required.

• Minimum 2 years experience as Managing Editor within the consumer magazine industry.
• A related tertiary qualification.
• Above average general knowledge – able to edit a wide range of subjects (from fashion and beauty to health, finance and food).
• Able to work outside or regular hours, on occasion, to meet required deadlines.
• Management qualification and/or experience on an international publication will be given preference.
• A proactive, problem-solving solutions-focused mindset.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Creative initiative and passion for the brand.
• Effective communication, negotiation, arbitration, people-management, team-motivating and conflict-resolution skills.
• Being a team player.
• Ability to handle stress and cope under deadline pressure.
• Ability to work with budgets (with accuracy and attention to detail).
• Well-rounded knowledge of the magazine production process and understanding of the repro and printing process.
• Passion for the English and Afrikaans languages and a sound knowledge of syntax and grammar.
• Proven editing experience.
• Valid drivers license and own transport.

For submissions: apply here

Website: http://www.assocmags.co.za/

Newsclip Media Monitoring (Pty) Ltd seeks to recruit a mornings only Writer.

Working hours: 05:30am - 08:00am Mon - Fri (mornings only)

Duties include: writing and distributing of the news reviews letters as well as various departmental admin duties.

This position would best suit a recent Journalism/Media graduate or someone currently studying towards these qualifications.

Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted.

Company Description

Newsclip is a Johannesburg-based, 360-degree media monitoring company with vast experience in providing clients with up-to-the-minute access to the clips they obtained in the press. The company has also diversified to include a fully-fledged publishing division that produces Media Update, Publicity Update and totallyMAd; as well as Via Mobile Publishing, which produces the News Reviews and ViaMobile - the company's mobile communication solution. This extension of services forms part of Newsclip's horizontal integration of delivery methods. Newsclip also hosts the country's most comprehensive media database - Target Media - that includes Engagement Opportunities for all media. Currently, over 1,400 print media, 55 television and radio stations and some 300 commercially-viable websites are being actively monitored on Newsclip's platform. This data collection translates into about 15,000 clips per day that are added on to the system. Newsclip is heavily involved in the new media field and its associated marketing opportunities. It is 100% female owned and has level 5 BEE recognition.

Requirements

- Related tertiary qualification/studying towards (advantage)
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Ability to write concisely
- Ability to work under pressure and independently
- An interest in current affairs

Via: bizcommunity.com

Contact Information:

For inquiries: recruitment@newsclip.co.za

For submissions: recruitment@newsclip.co.za

Website: http://www.newsclip.co.za/

Deadline: 20 May 2011

Men's Health requires a qualified and skilled Features Writer, reporting directly to the Editor, and based in Cape Town.

Key Performance Areas:

1. To write across all the Men's Health core editorial pillars, including features and departments, on a monthly basis.
2. Maintain and increase the South African content of the magazine by repurposing international Men's Health story ideas and writing original content pertinent to SA men.
3. Contribute to the Men's Health editorial ideas well in set, monthly, meetings with the senior editors. The incumbent will be expected to pitch a minimum of two original content ideas per meeting.
4. Meet monthly copy deadlines.

Job Responsibilities:

a. To contribute across features, departments and/or any supplements or booklets throughout the year as required.
b. Write departments and features on a monthly basis. The incumbent must be prepared to adopt the Men's Health voice and be able to investigate, interview and research on a wide range of topics.
c. To localize or rework syndicated copy as and when required. The incumbent must be prepared to investigate, research and rewrite articles across the core editorial pillars.
d. Work closely with the Sub-Editor to ensure well edited and researched copy. The writer will be responsible for the veracity and thoroughness of everything written and researched to make sure the final draft is benefit journalism of the highest standard.
e. Work closely with the Editor, Deputy Editor and Associate Editor to generate new story ideas and content to continually develop the core editorial pillars of fitness, health, sex, style and grooming, weight-loss, nutrition, gear and tech.
f. When necessary, assist the production editor by proof-reading copy during the monthly production cycle.
g. Liaise directly with Men's Health US research editors at Rodale for the latest health and lifestyle information.
h. Contribute to the Men's Health website and across related social media platforms.
i. Perform any other reasonable editorial duties, as instructed.

2. Representation of the brand

a. Act as an ambassador for Men's Health and represent the brand positively at all times.

Required Competencies and/or Experience

• Tertiary qualification in Journalism or Media Studies, or a post-graduate diploma in journalism.
• A minimum of two years experience in magazine journalism.
• A strong interest in writing and a passion for magazine publishing.
• A working knowledge of magazine production, with both writing and sub-editing experience.
• A proficient writer with good editing skills that can be adapted to anything from features to headlines and intros.
• Proficient personal computer skills on PC, Apple Mac and the Internet.
• Excellent communication skills and a strong command of the English language (written and verbal)
• Own transport
• Must provide examples of published work and contactable references are required.

Characteristics

• A dynamic writer, who is affable, can network and develop strong internal and external relationships.
• A keen interest in health, fitness and wellness, and who lives the brand values.
• A team player with a sound knowledge of the local magazine market, particularly women's magazines.
• High level of organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• A proactive and assertive self-starter with a strong sense of responsibility.
• A high energy, target and brand driven individual to support a dynamic team.
• A keen interest in a healthy, sporty, outdoor lifestyle.

Applications and Closing Date

Your three page CV and covering letter of application to reach Wanita Hobbs, by Friday,
4pm, 20th May 2011.

Job Ref: FWMH 11 (quote reference in subject line)

E-mail: Wanita.hobbs@media24.com

Via: bizcommunity.com

Contact Information:

For inquiries: Wanita.hobbs@media24.com

For submissions: Wanita.hobbs@media24.com

Website: http://www.media24.com/

Associated Magazines seeks an experienced, creative, energetic Food Editor to lead the magazine's Food Department under the Editor's direction. We're looking for a fast, enterprising editor who can come up with creative and fun ideas, quickly capture our unique voice, champion reader's interests and consistently meet tight deadlines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide leadership to assigned projects from concept through to published work including conceiving and proposing compelling and competitive food ideas; creating and managing deadline schedules; collaborating on recipe development, testing, and editing; researching, writing, and editing text; planning and supervising photography; delivering clean manuscript in a timely manner; and supporting marketing and promotions departments.

• Study cooking and book publishing trends; stay informed and ahead of the trends as they relate to publishing opportunities. Develop and maintain professional relationships with industry-related contacts nationwide.

• Create comprehensive and compelling proposals, and present proposals to Editor in a creative and professional manner. Develop project criteria, outlines, and specs.

• Collaborate frequently with editorial, design, test kitchen, photo, production, promotions and other related team members for efficient and effective workflow for all.

• Work with Promotions Department to conceive, test and produce brand-targeted advertorials and to build and maintain brand relationships. Stay informed on brand identities and design requirements.

• Recommend, recruit, supervise, and edit freelance writers and other freelance personnel as needed.

• Participate in taste tasting and/or recipe testing as needed. Liaise with test kitchen;

• Oral and written communication with consumers and industry as needed.

• Assist with additional department related assignments as needed.

• Assist with the planning of sections and major features and the development of the editorial calendar. Meet regularly with the Editor to plan the food coverage in all issues, as well as in digital media and for special-interest projects.

• Conceive of, assign and edit innovative food and entertaining features: Pitch thoughtful ideas; evaluate pitches from freelance developers; commission stories and recipes within budget; Research and write creative copy as needed, including coverlines, headlines, deks. Line-edit and rewrite quickly with skill and ease, turning bland or boring copy into smart, funny content.

• Edit text and recipes according to magazine style.

• Communicate with art department and food stylists regarding food photography shoots; serve as editorial representative at food photo shoots; review film and approve selected photos.

• Assist with conceptualizing special sections, bonus issues, and Web-print initiatives. Oversee and produce special sections/units when required.

• Represent the publication at conferences, press luncheons, and other public events.
Requirements
• Vast capacity for initiative and creativity in order to plan unique food stories and continually revitalize recurring columns.

• Ability to write and edit with a strong voice that evokes the Good Housekeeping brand and reflects the magazine's playful approach.

• Strong analytical, organizational, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to prioritize and multitask within a deadline-driven environment, while simultaneously paying close attention to details.

• Strong sense of self-reliance and confidence in order to work independently as well as to step in and lead a team.

• Flexibility and adaptability to constant change in workload and scheduling.

• Positive attitude and enthusiasm.

• A minimum of three years consumer magazine experience, with at least two years focusing on food content.

• A solid food background from a culinary school, restaurant or test kitchen.

• A firm knowledge of recipe writing style and current food trends.

• Experience managing junior-level staff.

• Valid Drivers License and own transport.

Contact Information:

For submissions: apply here

Website: http://www.assocmags.co.za

Dates: 11 and 25 May 2011

The Night of the Poets is an exciting platform to revive live poetry and music performance in Gauteng. This fortnightly poetry session will showcase emerging and established poets in unspoken word poetry, fused with reggae sounds.

11 May
Dashiki Poetry of the 70's
Lefifi Tladi, Lawrence Moloisi
& Lenyatso Mathole, with Primrose Mrwebi (Cape Town)
Band: Dashiki Band

25 May
Africa Day
Phillipa Yaa de Villiers, with Manikongo (Zimbabwe)
Band: Zion Vibration

Via: computicket.com

Deadline: 3 June 2011

John Brown South Africa is seeking to appoint a temporary Managing Editor to fill in for three and a half months while our Managing Editor is on maternity leave. It is to work across two key titles and associated brand extensions. The ideal candidate will have excellent writing and language skills, exceptional people-management and production skills and an eye for detail. The position is based in Cape Town and reports to the Editor.

Candidates with the following experience or interests are invited to apply for this challenging and interesting position:

Responsibilities:

• Liaise with the Editor in the planning and production of each issue and related supplements
• Assist with the commissioning of contributors
• Coordinate the production process with freelance teams
• Prepare and source copy and pictures for layout
• Work closely with the designer in the preparation of publications for repro and print
• Keep to strict deadlines and budgets
• Organise and participate in planning meetings
• Keep minutes of meetings
• Liaise with clients
• Other administrative tasks, including monitoring budgets and collating invoices

The remuneration package includes a competitive salary, and a pleasant and challenging working environment. John Brown is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Please forward a detailed CV to Leigh: Leigh@johnbrown.co.za

If you haven't heard from us by 10 June 2011, we regret that your application was unsuccessful. Please indicate in the subject field which position you are applying for. John Brown South Africa reserves the right not to fill the position.

Via: bizcommunity.com

Contact Information:

For inquiries: Leigh@johnbrown.co.za

For submissions: Leigh@johnbrown.co.za

Website: http://www.johnbrownmedia.com/

Deadline: 20 May 2011

YOU magazine has a vacancy for an experienced senior journalist with a focus on investigative journalism at its office in Sandton. We want a newshounds with extensive general knowledge, strong writing and editing skills and a keen eye for identifying compelling content.

The ideal candidate MUST:

-Be a journalist with competitive drive and sound news judgment who does not settle for second best and can write on any subject matter
-Have at least five years' reporting/writing experience on a mainstream newspaper or magazine
-Have a lively interest in people and their lifestyles, as well as topical issues
-Be able to write lively, creative and factually correct copy
-Be able to generate ideas for magazine articles
-Communicate easily with people at all levels
-Be able to work under deadline pressure, sometimes for long hours and out of town
-Have a valid driver's license and be able to speak and write fluently in English
-Be able to represent the magazine at all levels

Send your CV, examples of unedited writing and a motivation letter to:

Carla Sanderson
Fax: (021) 406-2937
Or e-mail applications to: carla.sanderson@media24.com

In keeping with the Media24 policy preference will be given to candidates who will help us achieve our employment equity targets.

Via: bizcommunity.com

Contact Information:

For inquiries: carla.sanderson@media24.com

For submissions: carla.sanderson@media24.com

Website: http://www.media24.com/

Africa investor (Ai) is looking for a dynamic all-rounder to assist with various editorial tasks on its bi-monthly pan-African investment title. The individual must have a tertiary education qualification in either journalism or English, and have at least two years' experience in the magazine industry. He/she must be deadline driven, be able to work well both within a team as well as individually, and have a solid set of multitasking skills.

The successful candidate will support the Editorial Manager on the day-to-day running of the editorial department and will be responsible for assisting with the following:

• Planning and shaping the editorial content for each issue of the magazine
• Commissioning of journalists and contributors
• Writing for the magazine
• Overseeing design of the magazine
• Selecting and sourcing images for the magazine
• Proofreading and signing off each issue of the magazine

The applicant must also be able to work with other departments at Africa investor to assist with the following:

• Writing of press releases
• Proofreading of corporate and promotional materials
• Manage Africa investor's media partnerships
• Be prepared to represent Africa investor at in-house events and externally organised corporate functions
• Oversee content management of Africa investor's corporate and social websites

Requirements

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc), InDesign (CS4) and online applications
• Exceptional organisation skills
• Excellent command of the English language
• Outstanding writing ability
• Good researching skills
• Knowledge of magazine production, processes and standards
• Excellent attention to detail
• Management experience
• An interest in African business, financial and operational issues
• Sound administration and communication skills

Personal Skills/Attributes

• Hard-working
• Dedicated
• Loyal
• Tenacious
• Creative
• Free thinking, but structured

City: Sandton

Via: bizcommunity.com

Contact Information:

For inquiries: cwright@africainvestor.com

For submissions: Catherine Wright, cwright@africainvestor.com

Website: http://www.africainvestor.com/

IT News Africa is looking for a Online writer, to write about gadgets, video games and related news.

Online writer responsibilities include reporting and writing daily, short news analysis items, blog posts and how-to content. The writer will work closely with IT News Africa editors and stay up-to-date with current news and developments in the industry, and is responsible for bringing viable story ideas to the table. Candidates must also be available to travel for stories and to attend and participate in industry events and conferences when necessary.

Requirements

Candidates should have at least 6-12 months experience as an online reporter for a news, business or consumer technology, or gaming website and should be able to show a portfolio of clips and blog posts. The candidate will have experience reporting on technology, gaming news and trends analysis.

Ability to independently develop story ideas is essential.

Advantageous

Experience working with content management systems and electronic publishing tools is a plus. A Bachelor's degree in English or Journalism and a basic understanding of web terminology are preferred, but not required. Candidates should also have some working knowledge of HTML and photo editing software.

City: Johannesburg

Via: bizcommunity.com

Contact Information:

For inquiries: angela.meadon@gmail.com

For submissions: angela.meadon@gmail.com

Website: http://www.itnewsafrica.com/

Deadline: 9 May 2011

Media24 Weekly Magazines is looking for a chief sub for a new weekly news magazine. Reporting to the editor, the successful applicant will be responsible for copy editing, headline writing and proofreading of editorial and promotional material to ensure grammatical correctness, accuracy and consistency and ensuring timeous copy flow to meet the demanding production deadlines of a weekly magazine.

You will also be required to provide support to senior editors and may be required to work on other titles within the weekly magazines division.

To carry out these tasks successfully the candidate will need the following skills and aptitudes:

-Be fully competent in written and spoken English
-Have at least five years' experience as a sub-editor/copy editor at newspapers and/or magazines or have appropriate experience in the editorial environment of book publishers
-Have an avid interest in current affairs (nationally and globally), expansive general knowledge and an eye for detail
-Be passionate about language and able to prove your skill as a sub-editor/rewriter/translator, working with a wide range of subject material
-Be able to translate from Afrikaans to English
-Be able to lead a team of sub-editors and have the attitude and demeanor to work comfortably and professionally as part of a team
-Be able to work accurately, creatively and professionally under deadline pressure.
-Have a persistent nature and consistency in work approach, standards and methodology
-Be appropriately computer-literate

If you meet the criteria forward a two-page CV and short motivation letter to Zelda Cottle by 9 May 2011.

Email: zcottle@media24.com

Fax: 021-406-2937

In keeping with Media24 policy preference will be given to candidates who will help us achieve our employment equity targets.

Via: bizcommunity.com

Contact Information:

For inquiries: zcottle@media24.com

For submissions: zcottle@media24.com

Website: http://www.media24.com/

Deadline: 9 May 2011

Media24 Weekly Magazines is looking for three subeditors for a new weekly news magazine. You will be required to provide support to senior editors and may be required to work on other titles within the weekly magazines division.

The ideal candidate has:

-A tertiary qualification in arts, languages, journalism or related subject
-Spent at least four years as a sub-editor/proofreader at newspapers and/or magazines
-An eye for detail and quality
-A persistent nature and consistency in work approach, standards and methodology
-An avid interest in current affairs (nationally and globally) and expansive general knowledge
-An ability to translate from Afrikaans to English
-Excellent organisational and planning skills
-Ability to meet deadlines
-The ability to work independently but as part of a team, taking direction from a line manager
-An even temperament and the ability to work under pressure and deal with diverse personalities and situations
-An excellent knowledge of - and love for - the English language.
-Perfectionism and tenacity
-The willingness and ability to work overtime if required
-A sound knowledge of editorial principles

If you meet the criteria forward a CV of no more than two pages and short motivation letter to Zelda Cottle by 9 May 2011.

Email: zcottle@media24.com

Fax: 021-406-2937

In keeping with Media24 policy preference will be given to candidates who will help us achieve our employment equity targets.

Via: bizcommunity.com

Contact Information:

For submissions: zcottle@media24.com

Website: http://www.media24.com/

Deadline: 6 May 2011

Commencing soonest, Media24 requires a qualified and experienced Online Editor to grow the digital presence of the Men's Health brand, reporting directly to the Head of New Media, and based in Cape Town.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Daily maintenance and updating of the website.
• Daily maintenance of the brand's social media platforms (Twitter, Facebook, etc).
• Successfully integrate the website into the magazine by making it useful to both the editorial team and to readers as the online source of desirable content.
• Work with the Head of New Media and Editor to map out an ongoing strategy for the continued growth of digital media.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain the website, ensuring content that is topical, and design that is dynamic and in line with the magazine standards.
• Write, repurpose, research and edit high-quality online copy.
• Increase traffic to all areas of the site.
• Increase the average session time and the number of repeat visits per calendar month
• Conceptualise, create and manage multimedia content.
• Work closely with the Editors to outline and implement a strategy to increase monthly, weekly and daily content, including the newsletter and web-specific feeds and tools.
• Generate copy for the magazine from online polls and discussion forums.
• Liaise with magazine Marketing Manager to implement promotional activities that will increase online traffic and subscriptions for the magazine.
• Actively engage with the brand's online community through social media platforms.
• Provide content to populate weekly newsletters.
• Act as an ambassador for brand and represent the brand positively at all times.
Requirements
• Qualified and experienced web editor with strong journalism skills.
• Minimum three years experience in online publishing.
• A relevant tertiary qualification would be an advantage.
• Complete understanding of content management systems, SEO and content delivery on multiple platforms.
• Experience working within healthy lifestyle media.
• Proficient personal computer skills.
• Excellent communication and editing skills, and a strong command of the English language (written and verbal)
• Sensitivity to tone and nuance.
• Team player with a sound knowledge of the local magazine and online market.
• Ability to work under pressure, still prioritising accuracy.
• Contactable references are required.

CHARACTERISTICS:

• High level of organisation and effective time-management skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Self-starter with the ability to implement online strategy.
• Highly literate and well-read

APPLICATIONS and CLOSING DATE:

Send applications with a covering letter and short CV to wanita.hobbs@media24.com, by Friday 06 May 2011.

If you do not receive any feedback from us within three weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful for this position.

Given the employment equity policy of Media24, preference will be given to suitable candidates from the designated groups

Via: bizcommunity.com

Contact Information:

For inquiries: wanita.hobbs@media24.com

For submissions: wanita.hobbs@media24.com

Website: http://www.media24.com/

Im looking for people who did Venda or Tsonga or Sepedi in high school as a second language but in Venda you have to have atleast C.The job is to editing for a website based in those languages and if you think you fit the job description you can e-mail me your certified matric certificate and your C V to: mailto:parvatisotshisa@yahoo.com

Via: gumtree.com

Contact Information:

For inquiries: mailto:parvatisotshisa@yahoo.com

For submissions: mailto:parvatisotshisa@yahoo.com

Deadline: 6 May 2011

The Daily Voice has a vacancy for an English Sub-Editor who will be required to:

Responsibilities:

* Sub-edit and re-write copy
* Check spelling and grammar and amend copy as required
* Check for any possible legal errors in the copy
* Ensure consistency in story

Preferred Minimum Requirements:

* At least two years' newsroom experience in sub-editing or reporting
* Have good English writing skills with proficiency in grammar, spelling and article structure.
* Have knowledge of Daily Voices' language style, i.e. Cape slang
* Knowledge of Quark Copydesk is an advantage
* Be prepared to work long hours
* Be prepared to work evening and weekend shifts

Preferred Competencies:

* Sense of humour is essential
* Attention to detail
* Ability to work well and without fault under pressure
* Ability to work accurately to deadline with minimum supervision
* Good communication skills is essential

This appointment will be made in line with the Daily Voice's mployment equity plan. Applicants should submit a letter of application and curriculum vitae to: Michelle Daries, Human Resources Department, Newspaper House, 122 St Georges Mall, Cape Town, PO Box 56 or fax to 021 - 488 4181, e-mail: michelle.daries@inl.co.za Closing date for applications is Friday, May 6th, 2011 If you have not been contacted within 21 days after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

Contact Information:

For inquiries: michelle.daries@inl.co.za

For submissions: michelle.daries@inl.co.za

Website: http://thedailyvoice.com

Deadline: 6 May 2011

Translator / Sub-Editor

The Daily Voice has a vacancy for an Afrikaans Translator / Sub-Editor who will be required to do the following:

Responsibilities:

* Translating and sub-editing copy
* Checking spelling and grammar
* Check for legal errors
* Ensuring stories are structured correctly and are in Daily Voice style
* Writing headlines, subheads and captions in line with in-house style

Preferred Minimum Requirements:

*Relevant tertiary qualification in journalism, a related field or proven translating and sub-editing experience
*Exceptionally fluent in Afrikaans and English
* Previous working experience as a copy sub-editor (in a tabloid environment would be advantageous, but is not a requirement)
* Be prepared to work evening and weekend shifts
* Computer literate

Preferred Competencies:

* Be able to translate copy quick and accurately
* Have a great command of both Afrikaans and English, especially in terms of grammar and spelling
* The ability to work fast, accurate and under pressure to meet deadlines with minimum supervision
* Attention to detail
* Have knowledge of the Daily Voice's language style and target market
* Be proficient in Quark CopyDesk
* Have excellent communication skills

This appointment will be made in line with the Daily Voice employment equity plan. Applicants should submit a letter of application and curriculum vitae to: Michelle Daries, Human Resources Department, Newspaper House, 122 St Georges Mall, Cape Town, PO Box 56 or fax to 021 488 4181 or email michelle.daries@inl.co.za. Closing date for applications is Friday, 6th May 2011. If you have not been contacted within 21 days after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

Contact Information:

For inquiries: michelle.daries@inl.co.za

For submissions: michelle.daries@inl.co.za

Website: http://thedailyvoice.com/

Deadline: 30 June 2011

About the QuickFox 2011 Poetry Anthology

Why produce a poetry anthology, you may be asking? Well, for starters, we love poetry. We also realise how difficult it is getting an entire book of your own poetry published. Our solution to this problem is to produce an anthology featuring the best of everyone's work, which opens the book up to a broader market.

Submission guidelines

* All submissions must not be published previously in a book or anthology although they may have appeared in a journal or newsletter
* All submissions must be the entrant’s own original work
* Each poem must not be more than one page or 33 lines in length
* A maximum of 3 poems may be submitted by each entrant
* The entry must include a short author biography
* Closing date for all submissions is 30th June, 2011
* Entrants must be 18 years of age or older

How to enter

Download and complete the application form and email it back to us with up to three poems and your short author biography before the deadline. No late submissions will be considered. Submission of your entry form and poems implies acceptance of all the terms and conditions.

When will the Quickfox 2011 Poetry Anthology be published?

Our estimated date of publication is October 2011.

Where will the Anthology be available?

The Anthology will be available for sale from www.publisher.co.za, kalahari.net and selected bookstores nationwide. We are also considering releasing it in Kindle format via amazon.com.

DOWNLOAD APPLICATION FORM (PDF)

DOWNLOAD APPLICATION FORM (WORD DOC)

TERMS & CONDITIONS

* Entries must be entirely the work of the entrant and must never have been published in a book or anthology, though they may have been previously published in a magazine / journal / periodical.
* Poems must be no more than 1 page or 30 lines in length.
* Poems may be simultaneously submitted to this and other competitions, or for consideration in a magazine or journal, but not for consideration for a book or anthology.
* Each entrant may submit up to 3 poems only.
* All entries must be in English.
* Regretfully faxed submissions will not be accepted for consideration.
* Entrants must be contactable at the email address they provide at the time of judging. Winners who do not respond to email contact will still be pronounced winners but will forfeit their prize if they do not claim it within 30 days of the results being published on the website.
* Worldwide copyright of each entry remains with the author, however Quickfox Publishing reserves the right to publish all submissions in the Quickfox 2011 Poetry Anthology (working title of the Anthology, herewith referred to as The Anthology) in all formats of The Anthology, be it printed, electronic or audio format. We also reserve the right to reprint the published poems in all marketing material used to promote the anthology, as well as on the www.quickfox.co.za website.
* Should their poems be published, entrants will have no entitlement to royalties or any other forms of remuneration, from the sale of The Anthology or any reprints of The Anthology. The only cash remuneration will be in the form of three prizes which will be awarded to the chosen winners.
* The judges' decision is final and no individual correspondence can be entered into.
* Prize winners will be notified by email once judging is complete. Judging will begin when the competition closes and may last several months. The list of prize-winners will be displayed on the website.
* All deadlines, including the closing date, date of announcement, etc., may be postponed by QuickFox Publishing without notice or consultation.
* Entry implies acceptance of all the terms and conditions.

Contact Information:

For inquiries: info@quickfox.co.za

For submissions: info@quickfox.co.za

Website: http://www.quickfox.co.za

Deadline: 13 May 2011

OP Koerante is the leading publisher of community newspapers in the Eastern Cape and has exciting career opportunities available for two bilingual news reporters in Port Elizabeth.

Requirements:

• The ideal candidate must have a journalism qualification and at least one year reporting experience at a newspaper;
• He/she must have keen news sense and an aptitude for community newspaper
• He/she must show initiative, be able to act independently, work under pressure and work long/irregular hours;
• A driver's license is compulsory;
• Experience in page-layout will be an advantage.

Applications can reach us via e-mail: aansoeke@dieburger.com. The position you are applying for should be marked clearly. Applications close on 13 May 2011. Please note that if you have not received feedback from us by 27 May 2011, your application can be regarded as unsuccessful.

Given the employment equity policy of Media24, preference will be given to suitable candidates from the designated groups. The company is under no obligation to fill the vacancy.

Via: careers24.com

Contact Information:

For inquiries: aansoeke@dieburger.com

For submissions: aansoeke@dieburger.com

Website: http://www.dieburger.com/