Chief Sub Editor

2 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Hearst Full time

As a Deputy Chief Sub Editor at Hearst UK, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest quality of editorial content across our iconic media brands, including Country Living and House Beautiful.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to develop your sub-editing skills and take on a key role in the production process. You will be responsible for editing copy to a high standard, ensuring all articles are presented in a style and tone that fits with each brand.

  • To ensure copy goes through the production system efficiently and meets deadlines.
  • To be responsible for the flatplan and update it regularly.
  • Complete proofs to press-ready standard.
  • Be aware of the different tones and styles of each magazine and ensure this is maintained.
  • Assist the Group Chief Sub-editor in taking responsibility for meeting deadlines.
  • Update the flatplan and communicate changes to the team.
  • Take responsibility for final preparation of pages, signing off finals and sending to press.
  • Prepare copy for layout, writing captions, headlines and introductions as appropriate.
  • Build up and maintain good relationships with the art department and editorial departments.
  • Liaise closely with the picture team to ensure accuracy of caption information.
  • Lead weekly production meetings.
  • Be responsible for adding and checking folios, page furniture and bylines.
  • Liaise with the legal department to ensure all pages are safe legally.
  • To work with industry-standard toolsets and structured workflow systems.
  • Deputise for the Group Chief Sub-editor.
  • Fact-check copy according to agreed guidelines.
  • To contribute to the digital offering.
  • To be an ambassador of Hearst UK and its values.

About You

  • Demonstrable sub-editing experience.
  • Prior experience working on a national magazine or newspaper with knowledge of the homes market.
  • Knowledge of the print production process.
  • Good communication and diplomacy skills.
  • Good writing ability.
  • Able to work under pressure and be assertive.
  • Flexible attitude to work.

What We Offer

We offer a range of benefits including 25 days' holiday, hybrid working, discounted gym membership, healthcare cash plan, spend a charity day with your favourite good cause, life assurance and pension scheme, and regular socials.

Hearst UK is committed to using our influential brands to reflect the world we want to live in – one that respects, protects, represents and uplifts the voices and opinions of all people.

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