Sub-Editor

Key Responsibilities

• Edit and proofread short- and long-form news/features for clarity, grammar, flow, tone, and factual accuracy.
  

• Rewrite and repackage content to make it engaging and relevant to digital readers.
  

• Ensure adherence to Pubninja's editorial guidelines, voice, and quality benchmarks.
  

• Collaborate with writers and senior editors to prioritize and polish stories for publishing.
  

• Select strong, relevant images or thumbnails and write SEO-friendly headlines when needed.
  

• Manage tight deadlines without compromising quality and accuracy.
  

• 2–3 years of experience in copy editing, sub-editing, or online journalism.
  

• Excellent command of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and editorial best practices.
  

• Experience working in a digital newsroom or fast-paced editorial environment.
  

• Strong understanding of news cycles, current affairs, pop culture, and internet trends.
  

• Familiarity with AP style (or similar) and experience with content management systems (CMS).
  

• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet publishing deadlines.
  

Nice to Have

• Experience editing content in categories like entertainment, human interest, lifestyle, or trending news.
  

• Understanding of SEO principles and social media optimization.
  

• Basic image editing using tools like Canva or Photoshop.
  

• Remote work setup
  

• 5-day work week
  

• Competitive salary: ₹2.5–6 LPA (depending on experience and selection process)
  

• Be part of a rapidly growing media-tech company working with global publishers