Script Editor (İstanbul,Türkiye)

Overview

• Subbing scripts from the field
• Copy editing in-house packages, full-frame graphics and video graphics
• Monitoring the news rundown, which includes ulays, straps, tickers, etc
• Work closely with the executive producer, to ensure scripts are balanced, clear and accurate
• Understand the demands of the newsgathering team and stay abreast of editorial priorities and developments
• Ensure the highest standards of quality and accuracy for the channel\’s content and style
• Oversee the updating of the style guide, while making agreed-to amendments as necessary

Qualifications

• University degree in Journalism or related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Television sector
• Excellent writing skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Extensive experience in television news at a senior level
• A willingness to mentor developing writers
• Excellent interpersonal/communications skills
• Previous experience in a large national or international broadcast news channel
• Evidence of a broad range of journalistic interests including social affairs, international politics, public policy, world business and economic affairs, science and the arts
• Willingness to work shifts and irregular hours
• Knowledge of digital, social media, video and content research
• High level of proficiency in English
• Willing to relocate to İstanbul, Turkiye