Features Sub-editor

News Corp

London, United Kingdom
Not specified; benefits: maternity leave up to 18 ...
On-site
National newspaper sub-editor experience
Headline and furniture writing skills
Search engine optimisation knowledge
The role involves sub-editing copy and writing headlines for The Times and The Sunday Times across both online and print platforms

Job Summary

  • The role involves sub-editing copy and writing headlines for The Times and The Sunday Times across both online and print platforms.
  • Candidates must demonstrate a proven ability to edit copy quickly and accurately while adhering to editorial compliance standards.
  • News UK offers extensive benefits including up to 18 weeks of full salary maternity leave, private medical insurance, and access to LinkedIn Learning.

Matching Summary

The role involves sub-editing copy and writing headlines for The Times and The Sunday Times across both online and print platforms.

Salary

Not specified; Benefits: Maternity leave up to 18 weeks full basic salary; Private medical insurance; Pension scheme up to 5% employer contributions

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • National newspaper sub-editor experience
  • Headline and furniture writing skills
  • Search engine optimisation knowledge
  • Cross-platform editing capabilities
  • Editorial compliance understanding

Nice-to-have

  • Imaginative approach to digital content
  • Strong interpersonal negotiation skills
  • Experience with multidisciplinary teams
  • Enthusiasm for general features journalism

Key Requirements

  • Experience as a sub-editor for national publication
  • Demonstrable interest in general features
  • Ability to work a 7-day rota in London newsroom

Work Rights

Not specified

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