Job Description
Job DescriptionWe are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Copy Editor to join our team in Woodland Hills, California. In this long-term contract role, you will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy, clarity, and consistency of both print and digital content. The ideal candidate will collaborate with various stakeholders to produce high-quality editorial materials that align with company standards and style guidelines.
Responsibilities:
• Review and manage newly created and updated content under the guidance of the Technical Editor, ensuring adherence to established workflows and specifications.
• Perform proofreading tasks to identify and correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.
• Apply copyediting techniques to improve syntax, clarity, coherence, and style in all editorial content.
• Conduct substantive editing to verify factual accuracy, completeness, logical flow, and adherence to the Chicago Manual of Style.
• Collaborate with writers, managers, and other stakeholders to ensure content is accurate, error-free, and aligned with company standards.
• Maintain and update the Content Library within SharePoint or other platforms to facilitate collaboration and provide visibility across teams.
• Demonstrate strong work habits, including punctuality, responsiveness, and thorough follow-through on tasks.
• Ensure all content aligns with variable data best practices and accessibility standards.
• Complete additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field, such as marketing, publishing, journalism, or travel.
• Minimum of 1–3 years of experience in editorial production for print and digital communications.
• Expertise in the Chicago Manual of Style and its application to editorial content.
• Familiarity with content management platforms, including SharePoint.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications and Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong communication, writing, and proofreading skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic understanding of variable data, best practices, and accessibility standards for copywriting.