Highbury Media (Pty) Ltd is SA’s largest independent magazine and digital publishing company responsible for some of the country’s best-performing titles. We are currently looking for a junior copy-editor for our copy-editing department.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
Correcting factual and language errors
Ensuring appropriate style and tone and that all copy is reader friendly (i.e.: easy to understand and a pleasure to read)
Writing catchy headers, blurbs and cover lines
Checking consistency of straps, blurbs, captions, pull quotes, fonts, and general design style
Helping to maintain the editorial standard of excellence
Trimming copy to fit layouts
Writing captions
Checking by-lines and credits are correct and page numbers against latest flat plan
Alerting Chief Copy Editor to potential problems in the production schedule
Continuously updating HM Style Guide for the various titles being worked on
Writing features across HM’s lifestyle titles when time permits
Requirements:
Have a good general knowledge and be able to handle copy on a wide variety of topics, from motoring and health to fashion and travel
Be proficient in InDesign and be able to use the internet as a research tool in a critical and informed manner
Communicate effectively with editors, art directors, designers, and repro artists
Be proactive, self-disciplined, and a good team worker
Be able to work accurately and professionally under deadline pressure
Be prepared to work overtime if the need arises on print deadline days |