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Editor / Proofreader

Edit content for clarity, correctness, and consistency with brand voice.

payments Avg: R32,000

description Overview

Editors refine drafts, correct grammar, ensure consistency, and help teams publish high-quality content across marketing, publishing, and corporate comms.

**A Day in the Life:**
Editing cycles, style guide checks, approvals, and version control.

schedule A Day in the Life

09:00

Review drafts and editing queue

10:30

Edit for clarity, tone, and correctness

13:00

Fact checks and style guide consistency

15:30

Approvals, publishing support, and handover

trending_up Career Path

Step 1

Junior Editor

0-2

Step 2

Editor

2-6

Step 3

Senior Editor

6-10

Step 4

Editorial Manager

10+

Vital Statistics

Salary Range

R 18,000 - R 55,000

Soft Skills

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