Sub Editor

Get Recruited Ltd; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company is seeking a Sub Editor to ensure all published content is accurate and engaging. This hybrid role involves editing and proofing content for both digital and print, collaborating with various teams, and applying SEO principles. Ideal candidates will have strong editing skills, experience with digital content, and proficiency in Adobe InDesign.

Qualifications

• Strong editing and proofreading skills.
• Experience with digital content is essential.
• Proficient in Adobe InDesign.

Responsibilities

• Edit and proof content for clarity, accuracy, and consistency.
• Collaborate with designers to align visuals and content.
• Apply SEO principles to ensure digital discoverability.

Skills

Editing

Proofreading

SEO

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Job description

SUB EDITOR - DIGITAL

LONDON - HYBRID

UPTO £30,000 + CAREER PROGRESSION

THE OPPORTUNITY:

Get Recruited are recruiting on behalf of a well-established media company.

The business is now shifting into digital, and this role plays a crucial part in ensuring all published content digital and print is accurate, engaging, on brand and legally compliant. You will be working closely with editors, reporters, and designers to bring together content that resonates with audiences.

THE ROLE:

• Edit and proof content written by reporters and editors for clarity, accuracy, and consistency.
• Ensure all copy is brand-appropriate and meets legal standards.
• Collaborate with designers to align visuals and content, including image use and layout.
• Use Adobe InDesign to edit and finalise layouts for both digital and print publications.
• Apply SEO principles to content to ensure digital discoverability.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to tailor content for target audiences.
• Maintain high standards across all platforms, understanding what "good content" looks like.
• Contribute to content planning discussions and support campaign execution.

THE PERSON:

• Strong editing and proofreading skills - you're not writing a lot, but you know how to polish copy.
• Experience with digital content is essential; some print experience is useful.
• Must be proficient in Adobe InDesign (non-negotiable).
• Familiarity with SEO and digital publishing best practices.
• Able to evaluate content from a brand and audience perspective.
• Ideally, experience in a fast-paced agency environment.
• In-house applicants should be able to demonstrate adaptability across formats and platforms.
• Experience in a Digital Content Editor, Content Editor, Copy Editor, Digital Copy Editor, Digital Publishing Coordinator, Content and Design Editor, Digital Content Assistant or similar role.

Get Recruited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.