Chief Sub

                                                                                                                                                                        
Position        :  Chief Sub
Reporting to :  Head: Production Hub
Department    :  Editorial
Location         :  East London
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 Purpose:
To create attractive, eye-catching layout for Page 1 and inside pages and ensure the correct mix of stories in the paper.  
 Main responsibilities/outcomes
Produce eye-catching pages
Ensure page layout, pictures, headlines and stories are of a high quality throughout
Ensure inside stories meet the required standards of accuracy and readability and they are used to the right length
Ensure late-breaking news is not missed
Ensure that all copy is sub-edited to our standards, headlines throughout the paper draw readers into the stories, page layout flows and there are no errors
Copy tasting, proofreading and revise subbing, as well as managing sub-editors
Skills, attributes and attitudes
Excellent pagination and page design skills
A talent for writing imaginative headlines and above average command of the English language
Initiate and recommend fresh and imaginative ways of working.
Strong sub editing skills would be an advantage
Good interpersonal skills.
Qualifications and experience
Relevant tertiary qualification;
At least five years reporting, sub-editing and layout experience;
Ability to work accurately under pressure, think on your feet and adhere to strict deadlines;
Excellent communication skills;
Know media law and be familiar with the Press Code
Be open to working night shifts, public holidays, and Sundays
Full vaccinated
Please send your CV to: recruitment@dispatch.co.za
Based on our risk assessment, being fully vaccinated is an inherent requirement of this job.
Arena Holdings is an equal opportunity employer and as such, preference will