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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a meticulous and detail-oriented Copyeditor to join our editorial team. The ideal candidate will have a strong command of the English language, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to improve the clarity, grammar, and consistency of written content across various formats. As a Copyeditor, you will be responsible for reviewing and editing content to ensure it meets our quality standards and aligns with our brand voice.
You will work closely with writers, content creators, and other editors to polish articles, marketing materials, reports, and other documents. Your role will be crucial in maintaining the credibility and professionalism of our published materials. You should be comfortable working under tight deadlines and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
In this role, you will be expected to correct grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors, ensure consistency in style and tone, and verify facts and references when necessary. Familiarity with style guides such as AP, Chicago Manual of Style, or MLA is essential. Experience with digital content management systems and editing tools is a plus.
The successful candidate will possess excellent communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for language and storytelling. Whether you're editing a blog post, a technical manual, or a press release, your goal will be to enhance readability and ensure the final product is polished and professional.
This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic and creative environment where your contributions will directly impact the quality and effectiveness of our communications. If you have a strong editorial background and a commitment to excellence, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Edit and proofread content for grammar, punctuation, and spelling errors
- Ensure consistency in tone, style, and formatting across all materials
- Collaborate with writers and content creators to improve clarity and flow
- Verify facts, names, and references for accuracy
- Apply appropriate style guides (AP, Chicago, MLA, etc.)
- Manage multiple editing projects and meet tight deadlines
- Provide constructive feedback to writers
- Maintain brand voice and editorial standards
- Use editing tools and content management systems effectively
- Track changes and maintain version control of documents
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or related field
- Proven experience as a copyeditor or similar editorial role
- Excellent command of the English language
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Familiarity with major style guides (AP, Chicago, MLA)
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Experience with digital editing tools and CMS platforms
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to handle multiple projects under tight deadlines
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What style guides are you most familiar with?
- Can you describe your editing process?
- How do you handle tight deadlines and multiple projects?
- What types of content have you edited in the past?
- How do you ensure consistency in tone and style?
- What editing tools or software are you proficient in?
- Have you worked with content management systems before?
- How do you provide feedback to writers?
- Can you give an example of a challenging editing project you completed?
- Why are you interested in this copyediting position?
