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Press Sub-Editor

 
Background
A Press Sub-Editor works in a newsroom checking and improving articles before they are published in newspapers, magazines, or online news sites. They correct spelling and grammar, check facts are accurate, write headlines, and make sure stories fit the space available. They work quickly under tight deadlines to ensure the final product is clear, engaging, and error-free.
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Publications
Press GazetteJournalism.co.uk
Books
The Penguin Handbook of JournalismNews Writing and ReportingEssential English for Journalists
Movies
SpotlightAll the President's Men
Key Figures
Alan RusbridgerKatharine VinerPaul DacreRebekah Brooks
Classification
SIC Code0, 0The Standard Industry Code
Dewey Reference70.4, 808.02For looking up books in your local library
Synonyms
Sub-EditorCopy EditorNews Sub-EditorEditorial Assistant
Last Updated: Thursday, May 7th, 2026
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