About the role
Editors primarily work in the media industry and are responsible for reviewing, editing, and improving written material. They may have a background in journalism, communication, or the Swedish language. Often, they have completed college education or equivalent in relevant fields.Responsibilities
Editors are responsible for ensuring the quality of the content that is published, whether it is in print or digital. They work on structuring texts, correcting linguistic errors, and ensuring that the material follows applicable style guides. They may also be involved in the planning of publications and working with authors.Skills and tools
Editors must have excellent language skills in Swedish, a good sense for text, and the ability to work with details. They often use word processing programs like Microsoft Word or Adobe InDesign. Communication and collaboration skills are also important qualities in the profession. Common competencies demanded by employers are redaktionellt arbete, webbutveckling and marknadsföring/pr.