Sub Editor/Bangalore
- Bangalore, Karnataka
- Permanent
- Full-time
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
Salary 4 Lac To 7 Lac P.A.
Industry Public Relation (PR) / Advertising / Events
Qualification Other Bachelor Degree
Key Skills Proofreading Editing Accurate Spelling Content Development Content Management Walk in