Copy Editor – Cape Town needed at Media24 Ltd
Cape Town, Western Cape Full Time Media / Advertising / Branding
Job title : Copy Editor – Cape Town
Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town
Deadline : June 03, 2024
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Duties and responsibilities
- Edit copy for YOU’s various platforms, including print, digital and brand extensions, to ensure the language is engaging, error-free and appropriate for the target market
- Check for accuracy of facts and correct spelling and grammar
- Write captions, headlines and blurbs where required
- Proofread for the print publication and brand extensions, when required, to ensure high-quality pages are print-ready
- Translate copy, when required by the editorial director or production head of the team
- Ensure that copy follows the publication’s specific style regarding grammar, language and spelling preferences
- Manage sections as required by the editor
- Remain informed of and implement the latest language rules as contained in the language style guide
Skills & requirements
- An excellent command of English
- Proven editing skills or an appropriate qualification
- Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
- Ability to write headlines and teasers for digital and other platforms
- An innate understanding of the target market
- Excellent general knowledge
- Ability to work in a CMS
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Highly flexible and adaptable
- Excellent problem-solving and judgement abilities
- Ability to proofread and, where required, sign off pages for print production
- Able to work independently and make decisions in the best interest of the brand
- Proficient in the necessary software packages and applications
- Creative, curious and innovative
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