Senior Sub Editor

Jagran Prakashan Limited; Ahmedabad District; On-site; INR 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Multimedia editing tools

Job summary

Jagran New Media is seeking a Senior Sub Editor for Gujarati content on our digital platform. You will edit, proofread, and craft accurate headlines and captions, ensuring high editorial standards under pressure.

The role requires strong Gujarati language skills, journalistic judgment, and experience with SEO. Mentorship of junior team members and shift availability are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor & degree in Journalism, Mass Communication, Hindi Literature, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of proven experience as a Sub Editor in a Gujarati news organization, preferably a digital platform.
• Exceptional command of the Gujarati language, including grammar, vocabulary, and nuances.
• Strong understanding of journalistic principles, ethics, and best practices.
• Excellent news judgment and a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to write clear, concise, and engaging headlines and summaries.
• Familiarity with SEO principles and best practices for online content.

Responsibilities

• Content editing and proofreading of Gujarati news articles, features, and other content for grammar, punctuation, and factual accuracy.
• Headline and deck writing that reflects content accurately and attracts readers.
• Content optimization for online readability, SEO, and social sharing.
• Improve story structure, flow, and overall presentation for reader engagement.
• Ensure proper integration of images and multimedia with text.
• Be willing to work in shifts, including evenings, weekends, and nights.

Skills

Gujarati language

Editing

Proofreading

Headline writing

SEO understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related field

Tools

Analytics tools

Multimedia editing tools

Gujarati font

Job description

We are Hiring: Sr.Sub-Editor (Gujrat) for Jagran Gujarati

Location: Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Experience: 3-5 years

Job Summary

Jagran New Media is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Sub Editor to join our dynamic editorial team. The Senior Sub Editor will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy, clarity, and quality of Gujarati news content published on our digital platform. This role requires a strong command of the Gujarati language, excellent editorial judgment, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced digital environment. The Senior Sub Editor will also be expected to mentor junior team members and contribute to maintaining high editorial standards.

Responsibilities

Content Editing and Proofreading: Thoroughly edit and proofread Gujarati news articles, features, and other content for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, clarity, factual accuracy, and adherence to the portal's style guide and editorial policies.

Headline and Deck Writing: Craft compelling and accurate headlines, sub- headlines (decks), and captions that grab readers' attention and accurately reflect the content.

Content Optimization: Ensure content is optimized for online readability, SEO (Search Engine Optimization), and social media sharing. This includes suggesting relevant keywords and ensuring proper formatting.

Story Structure and Flow: Review and improve the structure, flow, and overall presentation of news stories to enhance reader engagement and understanding.

Image and Multimedia Integration: Ensure appropriate and high-quality images, videos, and other multimedia elements are correctly integrated with the text.

Shift Work: Be willing to work in shifts, including evenings, weekends, and night shifts.

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor & degree in Journalism, Mass Communication, Hindi Literature, or a related field.

Minimum of 3-5 years of proven experience as a Sub Editor in a reputable Gujarati news organization, preferably a digital platform.

Exceptional command of the Gujarati language, including grammar, vocabulary,

and nuances.

Strong understanding of journalistic principles, ethics, and best practices.

Excellent news judgment and a keen eye for detail.

Ability to write clear, concise, and engaging headlines and summaries.

Familiarity with SEO principles and best practices for online content.

Preferred Skills

Experience with multimedia editing tools.

Knowledge of Gujarati font is a must.

Familiarity with analytics tools to understand content performance.

Why Jagran New Media

We are a part of a leading conglomerate group and amongst the top 10 digital media companies in India. We have been certified for building a "Good to Great" culture by Great Place to work. We have also been ranked as "Best in Media Industry" in 2021 by the Great place to work Institute. In order to know more about us do spend some time scrolling our website jnm.digital