Summary
Date Posted: Friday, November 18, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:

JOB PURPOSE:
To edit stories, write captions, place pictures and write headlines In conformity with journalistic ethics, editorial objectives and house style within set deadlines.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Checks and corrects editorial copy allocated by the Chief Sub Editor for facts, accuracy, taste, house-style, language use, clarity, details, objectivity and spellings.
• Subs copy to fit allocated space without distorting facts or dispensing with the salient points.
• Re-writes the copy as necessary for simplicity, clarity and style.
• Writes or rewrites the appropriate headline for the copy. ensuring it reflects the overriding message of the story.
• Edits and updates content on the NMGU online platforms.
• Edits the pictures selected by the Chief Sub Editor to fit the allocated space, and writes/rewrites appropriate caption taking care not to merely state the obvious details.
• Submits the edited copy to the Chief Sub Editor within set deadlines.
• Designs the editorial pages as directed by the Chief Sub Editor.
• Checks all headlines, captions, pictures, copy text and page logos and all other page elements to sign the pages within set deadlines.
• Checks the printed soft copy and corrects any errors and signs off the pages to go to press.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
Academic: University Degree in Mass Communication or any other related field from an accredited institution Professional: Diploma in Journalism
Experience: At least 1-3 years journalism experience and demonstrated writing and editing experience in a newsroom.

CORE COMPETENCIES
• Excellent writing and editing skills, with good understanding of editorial practices, writing and editing requirements in a busy newsroom
• Must have a good eye for detail, with excellent spelling, grammar and punctuation skills.
• Good understanding of InDesign Working knowledge of Photoshop
• Computer literate; experience with Mac software an added advantage
• Strong interpersonal skills & communication skills Ability to work under pressure
• Demonstrable and proven experience in meeting deadlines
• Strong proposal writing abilities
• A results-oriented attitude
• High personal standards


Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure

If you believe that you are our ideal candidate, please submit your application, detailed CV and academic documents with a daytime telephone number, quoting the position you have applied for in the subject line by 27th November, 2022 to the HR Lead-NMGU, Monitor Publications Limited at resourcing@ug.nationmedia.com 
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.



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