Copyeditor at Yen.com.gh

About the job
Ghana's biggest digital entertainment and news platform YEN.com.gh is looking for an experienced Copy editor!

What To Do:
Proofreading and fixing at least 50 articles per day (approximately 20,000 words) during working hours.
Ensuring that the best editorial practices and company standards are being followed carefully.
Double-checking that names, places and organisations are spelt properly and that facts, dates and statistics are accurate.
Suggesting changes to enhance articles’ readability, conciseness and style; sending writers explanations about mistakes.
Checking that illustrations and captions are correct.
Checking grammar and spelling in social leads and headlines in Facebook posts.
Preparing monthly performance reviews for each writer.
Organising training sessions for writers to improve their performance.
 
Requirements:

• Flawless command of the English language is essential, including grammar, spelling, punctuation and semantics.
• University degree in English/journalism/media studies or related field.
• 1-2 years experience in online media, digital field or working in a similar capacity.
• Expertise in the local and world news media industry would be an advantage.
• Independence and dedication as this is a senior position.
• This is a full-time position: Monday to Friday (8 am to 5 pm / 9 am to 6 pm). This position requires both remote and office work.
• Good communication skills.
• A good laptop/PC (at least Intel 3).
• Good, stable and reliable internet connection (uncapped, with a line speed of at least 4MBps). Cellphone data is not acceptable.

Core Value:

• Passion for news.
• Understanding of Ghanaian political landscape, pop culture and celebrity lifestyle.
• Sense of responsibility.
• Hard worker.
• Goal-oriented - can work with deadlines.

What We Offer:

• This is your chance to join a friendly and highly skilled team.
• Professional growth is guaranteed.
• Free workshops and training sessions, opportunity to learn from the biggest global players in IT and media worldwide.
• Competitive salary.