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Senior Copyeditor

MEDIA CONTACTS
Posted 9 days ago, valid for 5 days
Location

London, Greater London NW5 1UH, England

Salary

£40,000 - £50,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • An influential media intelligence platform is seeking an experienced lead sub-editor to join its editorial team.
  • The role requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in editing, writing, or research in a fast-paced environment.
  • The position offers a competitive salary of $70,000 to $80,000 per year.
  • Key responsibilities include editing and proofreading content, collaborating with writers and stakeholders, and contributing to editorial projects.
  • Candidates should have a keen eye for detail and a genuine interest in the entertainment sector.

Are you a sharp, meticulous editor with an instinct for clarity, structure, and editorial finesse?

An influential media intelligence platform, widely regarded for its trusted coverage of entertainment, talent and influencer data, is seeking an experienced lead sub-editor to join its editorial team.

This newly created role offers the opportunity to shape and develop content standards across a platform that informs the work and direction of a broad audience, including every national newspaper, broadcaster, magazine and key charities, media businesses, PRS, fashion brands and agencies.

You will work as part of a fast-paced team of researchers who value precision, collaboration, and integrity.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Edit and proofread a high volume of short-form and data-driven entries, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and clarity.
  • Collaborate with writers, editors, and senior stakeholders to refine editorial processes and support broader content initiatives.
  • Contribute to evolving editorial projects and occasional marketing copy, with the chance to influence house style and best practices.

Key requirements include:

  • Demonstrable experience as a writer, researcher, and editor working in a fast-paced environment.
  • An eagle eye for detail, grammar, and house style, even under pressure.
  • A genuine interest in celebrity and entertainment, and an appreciation for the nuances of the sector.

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