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Copy editor (six-month contract)
- Journalism Jobs
Description
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Proofread/copy-edit to a high standard to ensure that content is factually and grammatically correct and in keeping with the publication’s style and tone
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Collaborate with fact-checking department
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Highlight any legal or other sensitive issues in content
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Devise strong headlines and display copy, when required
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Elegantly cut copy to fit layouts, when required
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Provide cover when the Copy lead is absent/on leave
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Liaise with other departments when required
Responsibilities
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Five-plus years’ experience of copyediting/proofreading in a publishing environment
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Thorough grasp of English grammar, spelling and idiomatic expression
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An ability to work meticulously under tight deadlines
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Organised, efficient and flexible copy-editing across different mediums and tones
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Comfortable liaising with different departments across the business
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Ability to make thoughtful copy cuts
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A flair for writing
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A thorough understanding of Adobe programmes (InCopy, InDesign)
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Familiarity with Condé Nast titles
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Experience in fact-checking desirable
Hard Skills
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Content Creation and Management
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Advanced language knowledge
- Advanced writing skills
- Cutural expertise
- Proofreading and editing skills
Soft Skills
- Communication
- Adaptability
- Skilled Collaborator
- Organized
- Work well under pressure
