Verifier Sub Editor
Core
Final gatekeeper for journalism, verifying claims against primary source documents (especially local council reports) and refining copy for accuracy and legal soundness.
Role type
Senior Sub-Editor / Verifier
Builds
Polished, legally compliant news stories for local and regional communities across Australia.
Domain
Media / Journalism / Local Government
Required skills
Fact verification, copy editing, Australian media law knowledge, defamation risk mitigation, English grammar and tone mastery, local council reporting experience
Preferred skills
Council reporting background, grassroots community journalism passion
Responsibilities
Verify news copy against source documents; Edit and rewrite copy for accuracy and impact; Make independent editorial decisions on content; Manage editorial quotas; Ensure adherence to style guidelines and media law.