Skydio
UX Copy Editor/Copywriter (Contract) Job at Skydio in San Mateo
Skydio, San Mateo, CA, United States, 94409
Content Summary: UX Copy Editor/Copywriter (Contract) at San Mateo, for Skydio
Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial transportation. The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best-in-class hardware and software product development, and operational excellence to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users - from first responders to insurance claims adjusters, utilities, and more!
About the role: We're looking for an experienced
UX Copywriter/Copy Editor
to help refine and standardize the voice of our in-product copy across Cloud, Mobile, and Internal interfaces. This contract role will begin as a
full-time (40 hrs/week) engagement for one month , focusing on auditing existing copy and developing a
comprehensive, easy-to-use Tone & Style Guide.
Afterward, the role transitions into a
part-time (5-10 hrs/month) consulting position , where you'll refine the guide as needed and provide ongoing copy review and feedback to designers, engineers, and product managers.
How you'll make an impact:
Conduct a
full audit
of our current in-product copy across Skydio's Cloud, Mobile, and Internal tools. Develop a
clear, practical Tone & Style Guide
that empowers designers, product managers, and engineers to write effective UI copy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to
ensure consistency and clarity
in all user-facing messaging. Work closely with
Customer Support teams
to incorporate their copywriting guidelines and ensure alignment between product and support content. Partner directly with
VP and CEO-level leadership
to refine the Tone & Style Guide and gain alignment at the highest level. Provide
ongoing copy editing and consulting
(5-10 hours/month) to refine the style guide and review in-product copy as needed. Offer direct feedback and best practices to
engineers, designers, and product managers
on UI writing. Ideal candidate:
Exceptional copywriting and editing skills , with a strong portfolio of UI writing. Proven experience creating
Tone & Style Guides
for tech companies or aerospace products. Background working
in-house or as a consultant
with
design teams
scaling or refining design systems. Deep understanding of
UI components
and how they function (e.g., notifications vs. toasts). Familiarity with
Android Human Interface Guidelines (HIG)
and best practices for writing UI copy. Experience collaborating with
Customer Support teams
to align product and support messaging. Comfortable working with
VP and CEO-level leadership
to refine and gain approval for critical style and tone decisions.
Why Join Skydio? At Skydio, you'll work on
cutting-edge autonomous technology
alongside a world-class team of designers, engineers, and product experts. Your work will directly shape how users interact with our products, ensuring clarity, consistency, and a frictionless experience.
If you're passionate about UX writing and want to make an impact in the rapidly growing field of autonomous drones, we'd love to hear from you! #LI-RQ1
At Skydio we believe that diversity drives innovation. We have created a multidisciplinary environment that embraces the power of diverse perspectives to create elegant solutions for complex problems. We are committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture.
As such, we do not make hiring or other employment-related decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee's race, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, age, religion, disability status, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, veteran, military or family status, or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws.
For positions located in the United States of America, Skydio, Inc. uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit https://www.e-verify.gov/
About the role: We're looking for an experienced
UX Copywriter/Copy Editor
to help refine and standardize the voice of our in-product copy across Cloud, Mobile, and Internal interfaces. This contract role will begin as a
full-time (40 hrs/week) engagement for one month , focusing on auditing existing copy and developing a
comprehensive, easy-to-use Tone & Style Guide.
Afterward, the role transitions into a
part-time (5-10 hrs/month) consulting position , where you'll refine the guide as needed and provide ongoing copy review and feedback to designers, engineers, and product managers.
How you'll make an impact:
Conduct a
full audit
of our current in-product copy across Skydio's Cloud, Mobile, and Internal tools. Develop a
clear, practical Tone & Style Guide
that empowers designers, product managers, and engineers to write effective UI copy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to
ensure consistency and clarity
in all user-facing messaging. Work closely with
Customer Support teams
to incorporate their copywriting guidelines and ensure alignment between product and support content. Partner directly with
VP and CEO-level leadership
to refine the Tone & Style Guide and gain alignment at the highest level. Provide
ongoing copy editing and consulting
(5-10 hours/month) to refine the style guide and review in-product copy as needed. Offer direct feedback and best practices to
engineers, designers, and product managers
on UI writing. Ideal candidate:
Exceptional copywriting and editing skills , with a strong portfolio of UI writing. Proven experience creating
Tone & Style Guides
for tech companies or aerospace products. Background working
in-house or as a consultant
with
design teams
scaling or refining design systems. Deep understanding of
UI components
and how they function (e.g., notifications vs. toasts). Familiarity with
Android Human Interface Guidelines (HIG)
and best practices for writing UI copy. Experience collaborating with
Customer Support teams
to align product and support messaging. Comfortable working with
VP and CEO-level leadership
to refine and gain approval for critical style and tone decisions.
Why Join Skydio? At Skydio, you'll work on
cutting-edge autonomous technology
alongside a world-class team of designers, engineers, and product experts. Your work will directly shape how users interact with our products, ensuring clarity, consistency, and a frictionless experience.
If you're passionate about UX writing and want to make an impact in the rapidly growing field of autonomous drones, we'd love to hear from you! #LI-RQ1
At Skydio we believe that diversity drives innovation. We have created a multidisciplinary environment that embraces the power of diverse perspectives to create elegant solutions for complex problems. We are committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture.
As such, we do not make hiring or other employment-related decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee's race, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, age, religion, disability status, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, veteran, military or family status, or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws.
For positions located in the United States of America, Skydio, Inc. uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit https://www.e-verify.gov/