Content Editor and Writer

Immediate contract opportunity for Content Editor and Writer with direct client in New York, NY. For this specific project, the content editor will receive content from 2 different teams. One team is based in the US and will provide content in English Language, the other team is based in Africa and content will be provided from the African Union. The specific job of the content editor will be to merge the two sources into a cohesive output with a consistent tone and voice in addition to simplifying extremely technical content into a more simplified, easily understandable output for a handbook. The content editor will support the instructional design team in refining course content to ensure it is consistent, accessible, and free from grammatical and other errors. Key Responsibilities The Content Editor will be responsible for the following tasks: • Content Editing: Edit and refine written materials, including course scripts, training manuals, eLearning modules, learner guides, assessments, and any other instructional content to ensure clarity, coherence, and grammatical correctness. • Proofreading: Proofread all instructional content to ensure it is free of typographical, grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors. • Consistency and Style Guide Adherence: Ensure that all materials are consistent with the established style guide, adhering to the correct terminology, tone, format, and voice. • Collaboration with Instructional Designers: Work closely with the instructional design team to understand the learning objectives and target audience of each course, providing feedback to enhance the effectiveness of the instructional materials. • Feedback and Recommendations: Provide constructive feedback to instructional designers and subject matter experts on improving content clarity, structure, and learner engagement. • Quality Assurance: Conduct a final quality check of all content before it is sent to production or delivery, ensuring that the final product meets high standards for accuracy and quality. • Version Control: Maintain accurate records of document versions and ensure that revisions are tracked properly. Qualifications and Skills • Education: Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Education, or a related field (or equivalent work experience). • Experience: Minimum 6 years of experience in copy editing, ideally with a focus on instructional design or educational content. • Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with instructional design principles, learning management systems (LMS), and eLearning tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Articulate Rise, Adobe Captivate) is a plus. • Editing Skills: Exceptional attention to detail, with a strong grasp of grammar, punctuation, spelling, and style. • Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with instructional designers, SMEs, and other team members. • Time Management: Proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. • Knowledge of Accessibility Standards: Understanding of accessibility best practices (e.g., WCAG guidelines) is preferred. TRIGYN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER About Trigyn: Trigyn is an IT Services Company that has been in business for 30 years with more than 1,500 resources deployed today. Trigyn is ISO 9001:2015, ISO 27001:2013 (ISMS) and CMMI Level 5 Certified. Trigyn is an E-Verify® Employer.