Digital Sub-Editor - 12 month FTC

Digital Sub-Editor - 12 month FTC
Salary: £30,000-£36,000 (dependent on experience)
FT - 35 hours per week
Hybrid - London - Travel to our London office at least twice a week

Here at Saga, we are looking for a Digital Sub-Editor who can work across digital and print. The Digital Sub-Editor will support the Managing Editor and Chief Sub-Editor in the delivery of all copy for the Saga Magazine brand. They will ensure all copy meets the high standard associated with Saga Magazine both in print and online under the direction of the Managing Editor.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Writing engaging headlines, captions and other display copy that captivates readers and drives engagement across all platforms.
2. Managing tight deadlines and prioritising tasks effectively to ensure timely delivery of content for print editions and online publication.
3. Assisting in the development and maintenance of editorial style guides and standards to uphold consistency and quality across all published content (magazine, web, newsletters).
4. Supporting the Managing Editor, Chief Sub Editor and Website Editor to publish on deadline on all platforms.
5. Subbing copy for the monthly magazine, website and newsletters, ensuring all facts are checked and that grammar, punctuation and spelling are correct.
6. Rewriting copy when necessary and sensitively cutting text to fit while keeping the writer’s tone of voice.
7. Liaising with the art, picture desk and features departments to rectify any copy or design issues.
8. Adhering closely to house style.
9. Final reading proofs, making copy changes and uploading pages to Rhapsody Engine (print) and via Word Press and Sitecore (web/newsletters).

The Ideal Candidate:

1. Experience as a sub-editor on a national magazine, national newspaper or website.
2. Degree in English, journalism, communications or a related field.
3. Strong sub-editing skills across digital and print platforms with a proven ability to edit copy quickly, accurately and to the highest standard, using swift and strong research and fact-checking skills utilising credible sources.
4. Exceptional editing skills with a meticulous attention to detail and a thorough understanding of grammar, punctuation and styles across all platforms.
5. Exceptional time management and organisational skills, and the ability to work fast and stay cool under pressure of print and digital deadlines.
6. Strong command of headline writing and other age/digital furniture with the ability to craft compelling and SEO-friendly headlines for digital content, and to optimise meta data for the digital platforms.
7. Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, print production software, digital editing tools and content management systems and experience of using workflow tools such as AirTable.

About The Company:
Over the past 70 years we have become the UK's specialist provider of products and services to people aged over 50 in the UK. We’re one of the most recognised and trusted brands amongst UK consumers in this demographic, recognised for its high-quality products and exceptional standards of service. Our product portfolio includes cruises, holidays, insurance, personal finance products and our Saga Magazine.

We aim to be the largest and most-trusted brand for older people in the UK. Our focus on delivering exceptional experiences empowers our colleagues to create moments that are personal and special for our customers and for each other. Our values underpin our approach and help guide us to deliver our purpose.

We’re committed to making sure that colleagues can be their best, be themselves and make a difference – more than anywhere else. We do this by creating a truly inclusive culture, where all colleagues can bring their full and authentic selves to work and be treated with dignity and respect in an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.

Your application will have fair consideration, and you’ll receive personal communication throughout your applicant journey when you apply to join Saga.