Editor Paginator
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About the Role
Pagemasters North America (PMNA) is seeking a temporary part-time copy editor/paginator to join our team working in a fast-paced news environment for an American print newspaper client.
- Location: Remote (Candidates must currently live in Canada).
- Schedule: One to three shifts a week, primarily evenings (sometimes until 12:30 a.m. ET) and regular Saturday and Sunday shifts.
Requirements
As the successful candidate, you have:
- Solid experience copy editing, designing, and proofreading print newspaper pages.
- Solid experience writing strong and accurate headlines and other display copy.
- Strong news judgment.
- The ability to get the details right while meeting daily deadlines.
- Superior customer service orientation.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- A background in journalism.
- Experience editing sports-related content (an asset).
Compensation & Benefits
- Wage: $21 to $25 per hour.
- Pension: Matching pension contribution plan.
- Sick Leave: Three paid sick days annually for part-timers.
- Internet Reimbursement: $25-a-month.
- Shift Premiums: Available for leadership shifts.
For more information, check out our staff's collective agreement via the Canadian Media Guild.
How to Apply
If you have an eye for detail and a passion for news and print journalism, apply with a resume and short cover letter by end of day Wednesday, July 15, stating why you would be a good fit for this role.
About Pagemasters North America
PMNA is a subsidiary of The Canadian Press, but operates independently. PMNA handles production journalism for clients around North America, such as The Globe and Mail, Boston Globe, and Hearst. The work includes newspaper page layout, copy editing, headline writing, packaging and optimizing online stories, video production, sports and financial agate, and more.
Diversity & Inclusion
PMNA is committed to fostering an inclusive, barrier-free, and accessible environment. As an equal-opportunity employer, we support the goals of employment equity and believe that everyone should be able to contribute to the Company's success in accordance with their abilities. We welcome applications from all diverse groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous Peoples, members of visible minorities, and people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation due to disability to participate in the interview process, please advise us of your needs.