Are you driven by independent journalism and have a deep understanding of Kosovo and the Balkans? Do you have a keen eye for detail and a background in editing?
We’re on the lookout for an English language editor to join our editorial team. As we continue pushing boundaries with bold and captivating journalism, we need someone who’s dedicated to exploring the complexities of current affairs, as well as political, social and cultural issues in Kosovo and the Western Balkans.
The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with our journalists and contributors, shaping compelling ideas and guiding stories from conception to polished publication. You’ll play a key role in shaping our editorial policies and ensuring our journalistic integrity shines through every piece.
As a K2.0 editor, you must not only grasp and convey the wider story, but you must also be detail-oriented and have an excellent grasp of the written English language.
If you’re ready to help lead the charge in progressive, high-quality journalism in the region, this is your chance!
Key details:
- Position: English language editor
- Hours: 40 hours per week
- Location: Prishtina
- Application deadline: October 20, 2024
- Start date: November 2024 (negotiable)
Responsibilities will include:
- Oversee overall quality assurance of editorial content produced in the English language, in line with K2.0 editorial vision and internal style guidelines, under supervision of the managing editor;
- Follow ongoing developments in Kosovo and the region, identify and develop topics for coverage, pitch story ideas in capacity as editor, and work with authors/contributors on assigned content;
- Edit content to final stage with a particular focus on features, narrative story-telling, and in-depth articles, including rigorous fact-checking, structure and language copy-editing;
- Contribute as writer and content producer;
- Review translations from Albanian to English, and adapt them, in communication with the assigned translator.
- Contribute with English-language texts and edits for social media posts across platforms;
- Assist with English-language oversight across the organization’s needs;
- Help to develop and actively participate in K2.0 public events.
The ideal candidate for this role will be:
- Well informed on current affairs and issues in Kosovo (and the wider region);
- Able to work to deadline and to manage others to help meet their deadlines;
- Self-motivated and passionate about high quality, independent journalism;
- A dynamic, well-organized character with an ability to effectively prioritize busy workload;
- A stickler for detail and accuracy;
- Able to demonstrate excellent judgment and decision making skills;
- An excellent communicator;
- Able to be flexible and adaptable and work efficiently;
- Highly professional at all times when representing K2.0.
Required skills/experience:
-At least three years experience editing journalistic texts in English; experience working with multimedia journalism (video, audio, podcasts, etc.) would be an advantage;
-Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Journalism, Humanities, Social Sciences, English language and Literature (or similar, relevant field);
-Languages: Native level fluency in written and spoken English is essential. Knowledge of Albanian and/or other regional languages would be an advantage;
To apply please click here by October 20, 2024, including the following:
- C.V.;
- Letter of motivation;
- Two samples of own journalistic work;
- Name and contact information of two professional references K2.0 can contact
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