Media job: Senior sub-editor, Evening Express

CLOSING DATE: August 10, 2018

Location: Aberdeen

Ref: VAC578

THE Evening Express is looking for a talented production journalist with the ambition to become a senior news and sport sub-editor.

We want a senior journalist with a talent for page design, the ability to produce eye-catching front and back pages and the drive to help lead a team to greater success.

With two editions each day, the successful candidate should demonstrate an ability to meet tight deadlines and have daily newspaper experience.

The role:

• To support the head of Production and deputy head of Production in their key duties

• To deputise for the head of Production and deputy head of Production when required

• To assist in ensuring templates are up to date and used effectively and efficiently

• To ensure quality standards and production benchmarks are monitored.

• To liaise with relevant editors/desk heads in relation to the delivery of copy and liaise with other departments as appropriate

To apply for this role, please follow our online application process (here), and submit a CV and cover letter.

This is a full-time, permanent position, working 35 hours per week, working from our Aberdeen office. We offer a generous package including 34 days holiday, health cash plan, gym discount, childcare vouchers, excellent pension, a competitive salary, and many more staff discounts and benefits.

For further information, please visit https://careers.dcthomson.co.uk/vacancies/evening-express-senior-sub-editor/

Closing date for applications is Friday 10th August 2018.

Website: https://careers.dcthomson.co.uk/vacancies/evening-express-senior-sub-editor/