$340,282,366,920,938,500,000,000,000,000,000,000,000 - $340,282,366,920,938,500,000,000,000,000,000,000,000 KES
Advertising, Arts and MediaInternshipEntry-level(0-1 yr)
Job Description
As an Editorial Intern, you will play a crucial role in our Preliminary Services stage, ensuring that every manuscript is clear, coherent, and error-free. You will gain hands-on experience in both in-depth editing and final-stage proofreading, working with a diverse range of literary projects. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your editorial skills in a professional publishing environment.
Responsibilities
Editing: Improve the overall quality, clarity, and structure of manuscripts by refining grammar, syntax, flow, and consistency.
Proofreading: Conduct final, meticulous checks to catch any surface-level errors, including typos, spelling mistakes, and punctuation inconsistencies, ensuring every book is print-ready.
Compliance: Ensure manuscripts adhere to standard style guides, whenever necessary (e.g., APA, MLA, Chicago), as required.
Collaboration: Work alongside our editorial team and leverage software tools to enhance accuracy and efficiency while applying nuanced human judgment.
Qualifications and Requirements
Education: A Diploma, Higher Diploma, or Bachelor's degree from a reputable Kenyan institution. Preferred fields include English Language and Linguistics, Journalism and Mass Communication, Literature, and Education (with a focus on English). Candidates with degrees in other fields will be considered if they demonstrate exceptional command of English and a strong passion for publishing.
Language Proficiency: Exceptional command of the English language, including grammar, syntax, punctuation, and spelling (non-negotiable).
Attention to Detail: A proven ability to spot minor errors, inconsistencies, and typos that others would overlook.
Thinking Skills: Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to understand the context, tone, and structure of a manuscript.
Technical Proficiency: High level of computer proficiency, particularly with Microsoft Word (Track Changes feature) and ability to learn AI-powered editing tools.
Professionalism: Dependable, punctual, and capable of working effectively both independently and as part of a team under strict deadlines.\n
Advantageous Experience
While this is an internship, the following experiences are highly regarded:
Work on a student newspaper, magazine, or journal.
A personal blog with well-written content.
Freelance editing or proofreading projects.
Previous internships in communication or marketing.
How to Apply
Send your CV and cover letter to ewordpublishers@gmail.com. Address it to “The Hiring Manager”. Note: The company strongly discourages AI-generated applications; our interest is in assessing your original potential and capacity.
How to Apply
Send your CV and cover letter via email to ewordpublishers@gmail.com. Ensure your application is addressed to “The Hiring Manager”. The company explicitly discourages the use of AI-generated content in your application.
