Editors

Descriptions & Duties

Editors check typescripts and suggests improvements, handles photo research, copyright clearance. Checks proofs, dummies, artwork, blueprints. Familiar with information retrieval and publishing-related laws.

Generic Competencies

Physical abilities

Technology
skills

Cognitive
abilities

Comprehension and expression

Social skills

Organisation and execution skills

Problem
solving skills

Management
skills

Physical Abilities

Physical abilities

Physical strength
Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity

Importance:1 (Max:5)

Skill is rarely required

Technology Skills

Technology skills

Computer literacy
Application of technology

Importance:4 (Max:5)

Skill is frequently required

Cognitive Abilities

Cognitive abilities

Creativity
Visualisation
Logical thinking

Importance:4 (Max:5)

Skill is frequently required

Comprehension And Expression

Comprehension and expression skills

Reading comprehension
Oral / written expression

Importance:5 (Max:5)

Skill is required all the time

Social Skills

Social skills

Communication
Negotiation
Persuasion

Importance:3 (Max:5)

Skill is basically required

Organisation And Execution Skills

Organisation and execution skills

Planning
Organising
Judgement
Decision making

Importance:2 (Max:5)

Skill is occasionally required

Problem Solving Skills

Problem solving skills

Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently

Importance:3 (Max:5)

Skill is basically required

Management Skills

Management skills

Leadership
Management of finance / time / people / other resources

Importance:1 (Max:5)

Skill is rarely required

Trade Specific Competencies

Digital Publishing, Multimedia, and Emerging Technologies

Editors today must be proficient in digital publishing workflows, including online content management systems (CMS), e-book formatting, and cross-platform publishing. They should be able to integrate multimedia elements such as images, infographics, audio, video, and interactive content to enhance reader engagement. Understanding emerging technologies like AI-assisted editing, data analytics for audience insights, and search engine optimisation (SEO) is becoming increasingly important.

Writing, Editing, and Content Strategy

In addition to excellent grammar, spelling, and stylistic precision, editors should be skilled in tailoring content for different audiences, mediums, and cultural contexts. They should be able to develop or follow editorial strategies, and ensure accessibility compliance for digital publications.

Information Retrieval and Publishing-related Legal Knowledge

Editors should be proficient in information retrieval techniques to locate reliable sources, verify facts, and conduct photo and content research efficiently. They must also have a sound understanding of publishing-related laws, including copyright, intellectual property rights, data privacy regulations, and content licensing, to ensure all published materials are legally compliant.