‘Calling on the grammar police’
Caxton Local Media is looking for the next great sub-editor.
- Are you pedantic about the use of language?
- Are you a clever headline crafter and a stickler for facts?
- Do you work well under pressure and within a team?
- Are you comfortable working in English and Afrikaans?
Then, you’d make a good SUB-EDITOR for both print and online publications at our Boksburg branch.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Proofing editorial copy to ensure accuracy, correct grammar and spelling.
• Checking headlines, punctuation and captions on photos to ensure accuracy.
• Ensure contentious issues are thoroughly checked before publication.
• Help with staff training.
REQUIREMENTS:
• Three years experience as a sub-editor/senior journalist.
• Excellent writing and language skills.
• Extensive general knowledge.
• Meticulous, organised and deadline driven.
• Good understanding and knowledge of media law and ethics.
• Fluent in English and Afrikaans.
• Own transport and valid driver’s licence.
• Candidates with newspaper or magazine experience preferred.
• Must have knowledge of media law and the South African Press Code.
Send a 2/3 page CV to hilaryg@caxton.co.za by September 20, 2017.
If you do not hear from us by October 4, 2017 consider your application unsuccessful.