Axelon
Axelon is hiring: Marketing/Creative - Copy Editor Copy Editor in Washington
Axelon, Washington, DC, United States
Marketing/Creative - Copy Editor
Remote
3Months
Job Description: Copy edits and proofreads editorial content across all platforms - print, web, video and more - to maintain the highest standards for clarity, readability and accuracy. Examines body text, headlines, decks, captions, credits, charts and all other editorial components for spelling, grammar and style; suggests possible improvements in meaning, clarity, cohesiveness, balance, "missing pieces," repetition and other problems. Examines photos and illustrations for any possible content problems. Reviews all online copy for formatting errors, broken links and other usability flaws. When necessary, provides basic fact-check. Works efficiently and meticulously on deadline, both independently and as part of a team; is flexible and takes initiative to provide creative solutions to copy editing and other editorial problems. Collaborates with editors and designers. Exercises sensitivity to editors' objectives and writers' voices, and demonstrates writing skill, in-depth grasp of grammar and usage, and analytical judgment to incorporate changes that achieve clarity and correct style. Contributes suggested changes to organization-wide style guide. Works well within established copy flow and procedures.
Requirements: bachelor's degree or higher in journalism, communications, English or a related field. At least 10+ years experience copy editing for major magazines, newspapers or web publications.
Remote
3Months
Job Description: Copy edits and proofreads editorial content across all platforms - print, web, video and more - to maintain the highest standards for clarity, readability and accuracy. Examines body text, headlines, decks, captions, credits, charts and all other editorial components for spelling, grammar and style; suggests possible improvements in meaning, clarity, cohesiveness, balance, "missing pieces," repetition and other problems. Examines photos and illustrations for any possible content problems. Reviews all online copy for formatting errors, broken links and other usability flaws. When necessary, provides basic fact-check. Works efficiently and meticulously on deadline, both independently and as part of a team; is flexible and takes initiative to provide creative solutions to copy editing and other editorial problems. Collaborates with editors and designers. Exercises sensitivity to editors' objectives and writers' voices, and demonstrates writing skill, in-depth grasp of grammar and usage, and analytical judgment to incorporate changes that achieve clarity and correct style. Contributes suggested changes to organization-wide style guide. Works well within established copy flow and procedures.
Requirements: bachelor's degree or higher in journalism, communications, English or a related field. At least 10+ years experience copy editing for major magazines, newspapers or web publications.