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1,817 editorial job listings in South Africa. Find daily updated positions from leading job boards.

  • Editorial Intern

    17 hours ago


    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Media24 Full-time

    About the Role We have an exciting opportunity for an intern to join the editorial team at our B2B office in Woodmead, Johannesburg. This is a 12-month internship programme, and the ideal candidate must be available to start from 1 October 2026. As an editorial intern, you will work across multiple B2B publications, gaining hands-on experience in the full...

  • Editorial assistant

    22 hours ago


    cape town, western cape, South Africa Theartgorgeous Full-time R 334,800 Contract

    Don’t miss out on the art world’s most entertaining newsletter - every Friday. And career news every Tuesday. Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (Zeitz MOCAA) is a not-for-profit institution that exhibits, collects, preserves, and researches contemporary art from Africa and its diaspora; conceives and hosts international exhibitions; develops...

  • Editorial Intern

    3 days ago


    Cape Town, South Africa Highbury Media T/A Habari Media Full-time

    Highbury Media (Pty) Ltd T/A Habari Media is a media powerhouse whose world-class titles connect brands to targeted audiences. We are seeking editorial interns based in Cape Town, currently unemployed, and looking to gain workplace experience to join our dynamic editorial teams across the following publications: Woman and Home Food and Home Garden and...


  • CPT - Northern Suburbs, South Africa Persona Staff cc Full-time

    Reference: CPT006698-H-1Our client within the Publishing industry is seeking a Junior Scholarly Journals Editorial Coordinator to join their team.The Editorial Coordinator supports editorial  workflows for scholarly peer-reviewed journals. The Editorial Coordinator carefully and consistently follows established protocols to check manuscripts for adherence...


  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Oxford University Press Full-time

    Oxford University Press in Cape Town is seeking a Managing Editor on a fixed-term basis to oversee end-to-end production of print and digital content, ensuring timely delivery, quality and budget compliance.You will manage a network of freelance editors and production suppliers, drive quality assurance, editing and proofreading, and coordinate work between...


  • gauteng, gauteng, South Africa Persona Staff Full-time

    Responsibilities Conduct initial manuscript quality and permission checks. Implement checks (e.g., checklists, plagiarism etc.) on various process points and documents to evaluate the standard of work/task. Take corrective action if the manuscript deviates from the standard required. Apply standard procedures to manuscripts allocated to enhance customer...


  • Cape Town, South Africa Persona Staff Full-time

    Requirements: - Provide excellent customer service to all external and internal journal stakeholders (e.g., editors, authors, publishers, colleagues). - Perform quality checks on new and revised manuscript submissions following checklists and journal policy guidelines. - Follow precise set of workflow protocols and ensure all manuscript requirements are...


  • gauteng, gauteng, South Africa LexisNexis Risk Solutions Full-time

    Lexis Nexis Legal & Professional seeks a dedicated editor to maintain and develop high-quality U. S. Criminal Law content. You will apply legal expertise and research skills to keep materials current, practical, and valuable for customers, while coordinating with global teams and embracing AI-enabled workflows. The role combines editorial ownership with...


  • soweto, gauteng, South Africa Placements24 Full-time R 646,000 Contract

    About the Role Our client is seeking a talented and versatile Freelance Makeup Artist to join their team for various event and editorial projects based in and around Soweto, Gauteng. This contractor role requires a highly skilled artist capable of executing diverse makeup looks for a range of clients, from bridal and special events to fashion shoots and...


  • Durbanville, Western Cape, South Africa Aosis Full-time

    The Editorial Coordinator supports editorial  workflows for scholarly peer-reviewed journals. The Editorial Coordinator carefully and consistently follows established protocols to check manuscripts for adherence to journal policy and peer review requirements, as well as technical requirements for publication. Editorial Coordinators will be in a role where...


  • , South Africa Persona Staff Full-time

    Persona Staff is seeking a detail-oriented editorial support professional to conduct manuscript quality checks and apply standard procedures to improve customer experience. The role involves liaising with editors and authors, updating the workflow system, and ensuring timely progress across tasks.The ideal candidate has an undergraduate degree in English and...


  • eastern cape, eastern cape, South Africa Placements24 Full-time

    Placements24 is seeking an experienced Makeup Artist for freelance and contract-based projects in and around Port Elizabeth. You will craft makeup looks for photoshoots, events and promotional campaigns, collaborating with photographers, stylists and clients to achieve high-quality aesthetics. The ideal candidate has a strong portfolio across editorial,...


  • Klerksdorp, North West, South Africa Placements24 Full-time R 167,000 - R 234,000 Contract

    Placements24 is seeking a Senior Makeup Artist & Consultant for an upscale beauty studio in Klerksdorp, North West. You will provide expert makeup applications for bridal, events, and editorial shoots, and guide clients through personalized looks.This role emphasizes educating clients on techniques, skincare, product selection, and staying current with...


  • , South Africa LexisNexis Risk Solutions Full-time R 520,000 - R 780,000 Contract

    LexisNexis Legal & Professional seeks a dedicated editor to maintain and develop high-quality U.S. Criminal Law content.You will apply legal expertise and research skills to keep materials current, practical, and valuable for customers, while coordinating with global teams and embracing AI-enabled workflows. The role combines editorial ownership with legal...

  • Backlink Outreach

    4 days ago


    , South Africa Assist World Full-time R 240,000 - R 420,000 Contract

    Assist World is seeking a Backlink Outreach / Link-Building Specialist to grow our site's authority through high-quality backlink acquisition and editorial outreach. You’ll secure placements and expand referring domains via HARO/Qwoted, podcasts, guest posts and other editorial opportunities.This is a results-driven role focused on quality over volume and...


  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Theartgorgeous Full-time R 223,200 - R 334,800 Contract

    A prominent contemporary art institution in Cape Town is seeking an Editorial Assistant to provide day-to-day editorial and administrative support. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of experience in publishing. This role involves editing, proofreading, and managing various editorial processes, working closely with artists...

  • Backlink outreach

    3 days ago


    gauteng, gauteng, South Africa Assist World Full-time

    Assist World is seeking a Backlink Outreach / Link-Building Specialist to grow our site's authority through high-quality backlink acquisition and editorial outreach. You’ll secure placements and expand referring domains via HARO/Qwoted, podcasts, guest posts and other editorial opportunities. This is a results-driven role focused on quality over volume...


  • Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape, South Africa Caters Media Group Full-time

    A media organization specializing in digital content is seeking an experienced Story Producer to work on Snapchat Discover Shows. The role involves sourcing, scripting, and producing compelling stories tailored for Gen Z audiences. The ideal candidate should have a robust understanding of Snapchat formats and experience in producing engaging narratives. This...


  • gauteng, gauteng, South Africa Caters Media Group Full-time

    A media organization specializing in digital content is seeking an experienced Story Producer to work on Snapchat Discover Shows. The role involves sourcing, scripting, and producing compelling stories tailored for Gen Z audiences. The ideal candidate should have a robust understanding of Snapchat formats and experience in producing engaging narratives. This...


  • Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Context Corner Full-time

    A local media company is seeking a Managing Editor to oversee editorial operations. The ideal candidate will manage writers, ensure rigorous fact-checking, and lead the creation of content packs for distribution. This role requires strong editorial judgment, the ability to work under deadlines, and a passion for community trust. The position is full-time and...