Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the editing of our weekly newspaper
  • Set the editorial agenda with the News Editor, and organise the story flow from TradeWinds’ global network of correspondents
  • Work closely with the News Editor and Production Desk to plan and deliver each edition on deadline
  • Take responsibility for final pages
  • Help manage staff commitments
  • Work closely with the Editor-in-Chief and News Editor to ensure the smooth and efficient operation and development of the editorial team

Essential Skills
  • Excellent news judgement and familiarity with business terminology to generate the strongest file for our subscribers
  • A proven track record leading teams in a news environment
  • A keen eye for detail, grammar and accuracy, with excellent editing skills
  • Knowledge of the shipping and related industries is an advantage but is not essential
  • A strong sense of the role of a news-driven weekly and how that interacts with rolling news online and social media
  • Strong people skills to ensure high performance across the team and enhance TradeWinds’ culture
  • Willingness to keep up-to-date with journalism law
  • Ability to work fast and accurately under pressure

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