17 April 2011

Job Opening: Sub-Editor for Sunday Sun (South Africa)

Deadline: 20 April 2011

Sunday Sun, the biggest and brightest Sunday tabloid, requires the services of a Revise Sub-Editor with that magic tabloid touch.

The person will be responsible for the following key tasks:

· Edit and deliver tidy, well-subbed copy and the revision of subbed copy

· Provide punchy tabloid headlines for copy

· Lead and train junior copy subs

· Proofreading

The ideal candidate must have:

· A minimum of 7 years of journalistic experience

· Extensive experience as a senior or revise sub at a mainstream newspaper

· Proven English language skills and a passion for exclamation marks

· The ability to work fast and be able to meet strict deadlines.

In exchange for the successful candidate's services, the company offers a competitive remuneration package including membership of the medical aid and pension fund for persons who qualify.

Those interested are invited to e-mail their CV to: applications@dailysun.co.za.

Reference: Sunday Sun Revise Sub-editor

Region: Gauteng

CLOSING DATE: 20 April 2011

Please note that if you have not received feedback from us by 4 May 2011, your application should be regarded as unsuccessful.

Given the employment equity policy of Media24, preference will be given to suitable candidates from the designated groups.

Via: careers24.com

Contact Information:

For inquiries: applications@dailysun.co.za

For submissions: applications@dailysun.co.za

Website: http://www.dailysun.co.za/
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