Digital Sub-Editor at Standard Group

OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE JOB
Reporting to the Deputy Digital Editor, this role is responsible for making sure content is fi t for publication on web and that it meets all the quality requirements needed for a smooth user experience. 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with Desk Editors to identify content for the paywall and subscription newsletters;
• Regularly update the website with content based on audience consumption patterns and interests; 
• Make time-sensitive and small-scale adjustments to stories, correcting minor errors, and ensuring headlines are catchy and key words are relevant;
• Work with the Intake Editor to ensure Thematic Desks produce premium content as per the set targets; 
• Work closely with the Radar Desk to make sure breaking news stories are published on time with important updates and background for developing stories;
• Work with the Social Media team to ensure content is well promoted and audience feedback is factored; 
• Work closely with the Audiovisual Desk to ensure graphics, video and audio content is uploaded on the website as per the audience growth strategy; 
• Compile a weekly newsletter that will be shared with subscribers. 

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Media, Journalism, Mass Communication or a related discipline from a reputable university; 
• An advanced certifi cation/diploma in digital journalism;
• At least four years’ relevant experience working in a busy newsroom as a writer and/ or sub-editor;
• Experience working with newsletters and communities.

SKILLS AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES:

• In-depth knowledge of current aff airs, media trends, and social media networks;
• Understand analytics and audience consumption trends;
• Excellent writing, communication and interpersonal skills;
• Able to work with journalists who report for diff erent platforms;
• Ability to make decisions under pressure;
• Creative problem-solving skills;
• An eye for detail.