Copyeditor/Writer
Links Global - Rockville, Maryland, us, 20849![Links Global](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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Mostly telecommute with occasional meetings in Rockville or Washington DCJob Description:
We are looking for mid-level copyeditors to support a variety of government-agency based full-time positions. Position requirements will vary and may require subject matter expertise on topics such as public health, international development, environmental science, technology, security, finance, and others.Key Roles and Responsibilities:Provide copyediting/proofreading services for publicationsEnsure that all print deliverables comply with copyright, trademark laws, and regulationsDevise and establish editorial style sheets and/or templates for use when copyediting/proofreading a variety of print/digital publicationsProvide editorial services to develop and produce a variety of print, digital, and photographic productsMinimum Qualifications, Knowledge, and Experience:Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, or a related fieldAt least 10 years of professional editorial/copy editing experiencePossess a keen eye for detail and exceptional proofreading skillsExperience in reviewing reports and multi-page publicationsExperience in reviewing financial and agency annual reportsSuperior oral and written communication skills and thorough knowledge of grammar and syntaxExcellent writing skills, ability to analyze, synthesize, and condense textAbility to handle tight deadlines and conflicting schedulesAbility to work independently, multitask, and shift prioritiesExcellent computer skills, including MS Word; experience with editing electronic manuscriptsAbility to edit PDF files using Adobe AcrobatFamiliarity with Chicago and AP Style manualKnowledge of writing, editing, and style guidelines of the Government Publishing OfficeKnowledge of Section 508 of the Rehabilitation ActAbility to assemble an editorial style guide that adheres to GPO style and commercial best practices
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