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• The
  jobholder primarily checks and corrects editorial copy allocated by the
  Deputy Production Editor for facts, accuracy, taste, house-style,
  language use, clarity, details, objectivity and spellings
• Sub
  copies 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
  the pictures selected by the Deputy Production Editor to fit the allocated
  space, and writes/rewrites appropriate caption taking care not to
  merely state the obvious details.
• Sends
  the edited copy to the Deputy Production Editor within set deadlines.
• The
  jobholder designs the editorial pages as directed by the Deputy Production
  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

• The applicants for the MPL Sub Editor –
  News job should hold a University
  Degree in Mass Communication or any related field from an
  accredited institution.
• Professional
  Diploma in Journalism
• One
  to three years of journalism experience and demonstrated writing and
  editing experience in a newsroom.
• Excellent
  writing and editing skills, with good understanding of editorial
  practices, writing and editing requirements in a busy newsroom
• Keen
  eye for detail, with excellent spelling, grammar and punctuation skills.
• Broad
  knowledge and understanding of InDesign
• Working
  knowledge of Photoshop
• Computer
  literate; experience with Mac software an added advantage
• Excellent
  interpersonal and 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

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