Sub-Editor

Job Title: Sub-Editor

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About Pubninja

About The Role

Sub-Editor

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Edit and proofread short- and long-form news/features for clarity, grammar, flow, tone, and factual accuracy.
• Rewrite and repackage content to make it engaging and relevant to digital readers.
• Ensure adherence to Pubninja's editorial guidelines, voice, and quality benchmarks.
• Collaborate with writers and senior editors to prioritize and polish stories for publishing.
• Select strong, relevant images or thumbnails and write SEO-friendly headlines when needed.
• Manage tight deadlines without compromising quality and accuracy.
  

Requirements

• 1–3 years of experience in copy editing, sub-editing, or online journalism.
• Excellent command of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and editorial best practices.
• Experience working in a digital newsroom or fast-paced editorial environment.
• Strong understanding of news cycles, current affairs, pop culture, and internet trends.
• Familiarity with AP style (or similar) and experience with content management systems (CMS).
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet publishing deadlines.
  

Nice to Have

• Experience editing content in categories like entertainment, human interest, lifestyle, or trending news.
• Understanding of SEO principles and social media optimization.
• Basic image editing using tools like Canva or Photoshop.
  

Benefits

Perks & Benefits

• Remote work setup
• 5-day work week
• Competitive salary: ₹2.5–5 LPA (depending on experience and selection process)
• Be part of a rapidly growing media-tech company working with global publishers
  

Shift Timing

• 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM IST (Monday to Friday)