Copy Editor at TheWill NewsPaper

THEWILL is our contribution to the struggle for a better country and future. We will hold those entrusted with power accountable for its daily exercise and advocate for justice and human rights. We will be relentless in our pursuit of the truth with un-biased and investigative journalism.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Copy Editor

Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Proofread text and edit text at various stages of the Editorial writing process
• Understand and consistently reflect the brand voice of the company in writing style
• Fine-tune writing style of Analysts, Freelancers and columnists for articles to be published
• Ensure that the articles are easy to read and succinct in delivery
• Ensure there are no typographical and grammatical errors on all publications online.
• Keep abreast of trends in content and style reflected on Society, Politics, Business and Financial News Reporting
• Collaborate with the story’s assigned text editor on implementing style and other changes for clarity or readability.
• Consult with the article’s researcher and other story team members, including the writer, design editor, graphics editors, as needed.
• Review printer-generated article proof for final sign-off.
• Monitor internal discussion board for style questions.
• Monitor an article’s production schedule to help ensure compliance with deadlines.

Requirements

• Candidates should possess relevant qualifications with work experience.

Application Closing Date
1st October, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: career@thewillnews.com using the job title as the subject of the email.