Sub-Editor at The Guardian Limited

The Guardian Limited

October, 2023

Department Editorial

Reporting Channel : Managing Editor

Place : Dar es Salaam

JOB PURPOSE

Duties and Responsibilities

Checking and editing stories, writing captions, placing photos and writing headlines within set deadlines and in conformity with journalistic ethics, editorial objectives and house style
Checking and correcting editorial copy (news stories, features, etc.) allocated by the Chief Sub-Editor for facts, accuracy, taste, house style, language use, clarity, details, objectivity, spelling, etc.
Subbing (rewriting) editorial copy to fit allocated space without distorting facts or downplaying the salient points or points of major interest.
Rewriting editorial copy as necessary for simplicity, clarity and style.
Writing headlines for the copy by ensuring that they reflect the overriding message of the stories.
Editing the photos and other illustrations selected by the Chief Sub-Editor – to fit space allocated
Writing or rewriting captions, taking care not to give obvious details.
Submitting the edited copy to the Chief Sub-Editor within set deadlines.
Making up news pages as directed by the Chief Sub-Editor – as a guide to graphic designers
Checking all headlines, captions, photos/illustrations, copy text, page logos and all other page elements, and signing off the pages(to graphic designers) within set deadlines.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Arts or related disciplines
At least three years’ experience working in journalism, with having served as a sub-editor an added
advantage
Mastery of written and spoken English and Kiswahili
Knowledge of any other language will be an added advantage

MODE OF APPLICATION

Apply online via email address: vacancy@guardian.co.tz by 31st October, 2023. NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contactedfor an interview.

Please, note that The Guardian Limited is an equal opportunity employer.