OFM, Central South Africa’s leading commercial radio station, is looking for a sharp-eyed, digitally-savvy Copy Editor & Digital Publisher to join our dynamic news team. This is a fulltime, in-office position reporting to the OFM News editor in Bloemfontein.
Requirements & Competencies:
- A tertiary qualification in Journalism, Communication, Language Studies, or related field.
- Minimum three years’ proven experience in copy editing (preferably in a news environment).
- Exceptional written and verbal skills in Afrikaans and English.
- Sound knowledge of broadcasting and digital publishing laws and regulations.
- Strong editorial judgement and news sense.
- Ability to work quickly, accurately and under pressure.
- Comfortable working shifts and leading a team when needed.
- Proficient in writing both editorial and commercial copy.
- Tech savvy – able to perform basic editing on photo, audio, and video and reformat to upload to various platforms.
Key Responsibilities:
- Proofread and edit content for accuracy, grammar, style and legal compliance.
- Rework and rewrite stories where necessary, aligning with OFM’s tone and brand.
- Translate content between Afrikaans and English.
- Write original news articles and advertorials from briefs or desktop research.
- Publish multimedia content to OFM’s digital platforms, including social media.
- Maintain the OFM Style Guide.
- Compile newsroom stats and analytics.
- Work closely with journalists and freelancers to ensure high-quality, timely content.
Ready to set the standard for publishing excellence in Central South Africa? Apply before 27 July 2025.
Submit your application via the portal, along with your CV and a cover letter motivating your suitability for the role.
Note: Shortlisted candidates will complete a competency test before interview consideration.
If you haven’t heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.
Why join OFM?
We offer a vibrant, creative environment, competitive remuneration, and the opportunity to be part of Central South Africa’s media powerhouse – Central Media Group, which includes:
- OFM – Central SA’s leading radio station.
- Digital Platforms – A premier web design and development agency.
- Mahareng Media and Advertising – The region’s top print media platform.
Central Media Group (Pty) Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Appointments are made in line with our Employment Equity Plan and Policy.