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Job Description- Sub Editor

The nine sub-editors that sit on the Pebble editorial board are there to be the first point of contact for both writers, photographers. It is their role to identify suitable stories for the paper and coordinate the writing of these stories with their team of writers. They will present completed work each month at the pebble editorial/ scrutiny board each month prior to print and design.

checking text to ensure it is well written, logically structured and in the right style for the intended audience
correcting grammar and spelling
ensuring the text is in line with the publisher’s and house style- for example, that hyphens, capital letters and optional spellings are used consistently
checking facts
raising queries with the author
being alert to any potential legal problems in the text, such as libellous statements or breach of copyright, and discussing them with the publisher
checking illustrations and captions are correct
compose headlines for each article
write introductory paragraphs that sum up a story and draw the reader in
edit stories to fit a set word count
lay out stories to a set page design
overseeing the layout, appearance and content of feature articles;
generating ideas for features with writing staff;
commissioning articles from freelance and in-house writers;
managing writing staff and freelance feature writers;
editing and re-writing articles, some of which may be rejected or returned to the writer for revision;
overseeing artwork, design and photography for the features section of the magazine;
attending photo-shoots;
organising meetings with writers and artists to discuss ideas for artwork, layout and features;
negotiating payments with freelance writers;
dealing with legal matters;
selecting feature articles for each issue;
sending out briefs to writers which can include word count, deadline, and writing style;
proofreading all pages before going to press;
raising the profile of the magazine;
networking with others at industry events.

Skills and personal qualities

A sub-editor must have:
excellent written English, including good spelling and grammar

a meticulous approach to their work and an eye for detail
the ability to maintain high-quality work while meeting tight deadlines
an inquisitive mind
good concentration, to focus on texts that may be lengthy or dull
judgement in applying house style
a tactful approach when dealing with authors
the ability to retain the author’s style and voice after editing

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