Editor – School -Barker road
Job Description
Job Description & Requirements
Job Description
1. content editing, and copy and line editing for school publications
2. performing layout and design tasks
3. providing advice on artistic direction, technical specifications and print
media resource
4. overseeing works on the Heritage Gallery that involves write-up,
collection of ACS memorabilia and archival work.
The school publications are:
a) Echo (quarterly issue)
1. Edit Echo first draft.
2. Vet and reflect changes by Advisor and Echo team upon receiving
artwork.
3. Check that all changes have been made before the draft is submitted
to Blueskies.
4. Request for the updated artwork each time a change is made.
5. Confirm the final artwork for printing.
b) School Magazine (annual publication)
1. Prepare pagination.
2. Work closely with the School Magazine Committee to follow up on
articles submitted and changes required.
3. Provide professional advice to the School Magazine Committee on the
school magazine specifications and artistic direction.
4. Work closely with the vendor on artistic direction; design and layout of
pages.
5. Ensure articles and all required materials are ready to be submitted to
the vendor according to the production timeline.
6. Work closely with vendor to follow up on and ensure that required
changes are accurately made throughout the proof-reading process.
7. Ensure that final proofs are error-free and print-ready.
Job Requirement
Requirements
1. Possess a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in: English Language,
publishing or publishing studies, or media or electronic media.
2. Able to use Microsoft-related software (e.g. Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
3. A thorough knowledge of English Language
4. A methodical working style
5. Concentration, accuracy and great attention to detail
6. The ability to multi-task
7. Tact and diplomacy for negotiating changes with writers/ staff
8. The ability to keep to tight deadlines and adhere to work schedules
9. Self-motivation
10. Good ICT skills
