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    Copy editor wanted
    2026-03-19

    Copy editor wanted

    South Korea’s No. 1 English-language daily newspaper
     The Korea Herald is looking for a full-time copy editor.

     
     

    1.     Job opening

    Job position  

    Full-time copy editor

    Requirements

    - Excellent news sense and an ear for a story. 

    - Able to polish and streamline copy while meticulously checking for consistency and errors.

    - Strong fact-checking ability with a head for figures.

    - Deep understanding of AP style.

    - Preferably two or more years of experience in journalism or related fields.

    - Additional consideration will be given to candidates with Korean language ability, and who are open to participating in podcasts and video content. 

    Job description

    The role involves editing articles for print and online, video and podcast scripts and other online copy. Other tasks include headline writing and proofreading, as well as contributing to podcasts, video content and original reporting.

    Note

    Candidates must either have a work visa or qualify for a relevant visa.

     

    2.     Work hours and salary

    Salary

    Dependent on experience

    Hours

    40-hour workweek, in-office. Days and times of work vary, but include some Sundays and evening hours on a rotational basis.

    Location

    Herald Square (Huam-dong, Yongsan-gu)

     

    3.    Hiring process

    -       Send applications: editor@heraldcorp.com

    -       Email application, editing test and interview are part of the process. Successful applicants will be contacted individually.

    -       Applications open until April 5.

     

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