Content Editor – Digital Publication Quality

HR Service Jobs; Smithers; Hybrid; CAD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote or Hybrid Opportunities

Professional Development

Training and Onboarding

Job summary

HR Service Jobs is seeking a detail-oriented Content Editor – Digital Publication Quality to support production of high-quality digital content across online platforms. You will review articles, web pages, newsletters, and other online materials to ensure editorial standards and brand voice.

You will collaborate with writers, subject matter experts, designers, and publishing teams to improve clarity, verify factual accuracy, and manage editorial workflows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level education in English, journalism, communications, publishing, or a related field preferred.
• Strong grammar, punctuation, spelling, and sentence construction.
• Proven ability to edit and proofread while preserving meaning and tone.

Responsibilities

• Edit digital content for grammar, style, and readability.
• Proofread before publication to catch errors and ensure quality.
• Ensure content follows style guides and brand voice across publications.
• Evaluate material for completeness, accuracy, and publication readiness.
• Fact-check names, dates, figures, links, and quotes using reliable sources.
• Maintain consistency in terminology, headings, and formatting across publications.
• Provide constructive feedback to writers and collaborators.

Skills

Excellent English

Editorial judgment

Attention to detail

Content collaboration

CMS proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in English/related field

Tools

CMS

Word processing

SEO basics

Job description

Job Summary

HR Service Jobs is seeking a detail-oriented and quality-focused Content Editor – Digital Publication Quality to support the creation, review, refinement, and publication of high-quality digital content across online platforms. The ideal candidate will have excellent language skills, strong editorial judgment, and a passion for maintaining accuracy, consistency, readability, and professional presentation in digital publications.

In this role, you will review and edit articles, web pages, blog posts, digital newsletters, informational resources, and other online materials to ensure they meet established editorial standards and publication requirements. You will work closely with writers, content creators, subject matter experts, designers, and digital publishing teams to identify errors, improve clarity, verify factual consistency, and maintain a consistent brand voice.

The successful candidate will help strengthen the overall quality of digital publications by applying proofreading techniques, editorial guidelines, content quality checks, and effective workflow management. You will also contribute to continuous improvement initiatives designed to streamline editorial processes, reduce publication errors, and enhance the reader experience.

This opportunity is suitable for professionals who enjoy working with written content, managing editorial details, and ensuring that every published piece meets high standards of quality and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

• Content Editing and Refinement: Review and edit digital content for grammar, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, clarity, tone, consistency, and readability.
• Proofreading and Quality Assurance: Conduct detailed proofreading before publication to identify typographical errors, formatting inconsistencies, broken text elements, and other quality issues.
• Editorial Standards Compliance: Ensure that all content follows organizational style guides, editorial policies, terminology standards, and approved brand voice guidelines.
• Publication Readiness: Evaluate articles, website copy, newsletters, digital reports, and other materials to confirm they are complete, accurate, well-structured, and ready for publication.
• Fact-Checking and Verification: Verify names, dates, figures, references, links, quotations, and other factual details using reliable sources and approved reference materials.
• Content Consistency: Maintain consistent terminology, capitalization, formatting, headings, and writing conventions across multiple digital publications.
• Collaboration with Writers: Provide constructive editorial feedback to writers and content contributors, explaining recommended changes and helping improve the quality of future submissions.
• Digital Content Management: Prepare and update content in content management systems (CMS), ensuring that text, headings, links, metadata, and other publishing elements are correctly entered.
• Formatting and Presentation: Review page layouts, paragraph spacing, lists, headings, hyperlinks, and other formatting elements to support a professional and accessible reading experience.
• SEO Content Review: Check titles, headings, descriptions, keywords, internal links, and other relevant on-page elements for alignment with established search engine optimization guidelines.
• Accessibility and Readability: Identify opportunities to improve readability, inclusive language, heading hierarchy, and accessibility for different audiences and devices.
• Editorial Workflow Coordination: Manage assigned editing tasks, track revisions, meet deadlines, and coordinate with relevant teams to ensure timely publication.
• Version Control: Maintain accurate records of edits, revisions, approvals, and final publication versions using approved document management tools.
• Quality Reporting: Document recurring editorial issues, identify common error patterns, and recommend practical solutions to improve publication quality.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay informed about digital publishing practices, editorial technologies, content standards, and emerging quality assurance techniques.
• Confidentiality and Professionalism: Handle unpublished content, internal documents, and sensitive information responsibly and in accordance with company policies.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• A bachelors degree or diploma in English, Journalism, Communications, Publishing, Media Studies, Linguistics, or a related field is preferred.
• Excellent written English skills, including a strong understanding of grammar, punctuation, spelling, syntax, and sentence construction.
• Demonstrated ability to edit and proofread content accurately while preserving the writers intended meaning and tone.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify minor errors, inconsistencies, and quality issues.
• Good editorial judgment and the ability to distinguish between necessary corrections and optional stylistic improvements.
• Ability to work with editorial style guides, terminology lists, content templates, and publication checklists.
• Familiarity with digital publishing platforms, content management systems, and online document collaboration tools.
• Basic understanding of SEO principles and digital content optimization.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple editing assignments simultaneously.
• Effective written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to accept feedback, incorporate revisions, and collaborate constructively with different teams.
• Good computer skills, including proficiency with word-processing software, spreadsheets, email, and online collaboration platforms.
• A commitment to accuracy, consistency, confidentiality, and continuous professional development.

Experience

• Entry-Level Candidates: Fresh graduates with strong English language skills, proofreading ability, and a portfolio of relevant academic, personal, or freelance writing and editing work may apply.
• Early-Career Professionals: Candidates with approximately 1–2 years of experience in proofreading, content editing, copy editing, blogging, digital publishing, or related activities are encouraged to apply.
• Experienced Editors: Candidates with 3 or more years of relevant experience may be considered for assignments involving complex editorial reviews, publication standards, and workflow coordination.
• Experience with online publications, websites, digital magazines, newsletters, educational resources, corporate communications, or content management systems will be advantageous.
• Applicants should be able to demonstrate their editing ability through a portfolio, sample editing exercise, or relevant work experience where requested. Specific experience requirements may vary according to the position and project scope.

Working Hours

Employment Schedule: Full-time, with working hours determined by the applicable team and business requirements.

Typical Hours: Approximately 35–40 hours per week for a full-time position, depending on the employment arrangement.

Flexible Scheduling: Some flexibility may be available to support editorial deadlines, team collaboration, and individual productivity.

Remote Work: Remote or hybrid arrangements may be available for eligible positions, subject to company policies and operational needs.

Deadline Management: Candidates must be able to prioritize assignments, respond to editorial feedback, and complete work within agreed timelines.

Peak Publication Periods: Occasional adjustments to working hours may be required during high-volume publishing periods or when urgent revisions are necessary.

Final working hours, time zones, breaks, and overtime arrangements will be communicated during the recruitment process.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Editorial and Language Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of English grammar, punctuation, spelling, vocabulary, and sentence structure.
• Understanding of copy editing, proofreading, content restructuring, and editorial quality assurance.
• Familiarity with editorial style guides, terminology management, and consistent formatting practices.
• Ability to assess tone, audience suitability, readability, and overall content effectiveness.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Google Docs, or equivalent document editing applications.
• Familiarity with tracked changes, comments, revision history, and collaborative editing workflows.
• Basic knowledge of content management systems such as WordPress or similar publishing platforms.
• Ability to review hyperlinks, metadata, headings, and basic on-page SEO elements.
• Familiarity with spreadsheets, task trackers, and digital project management tools.
• Willingness to learn new editorial software, quality assurance tools, and publishing technologies.

Analytical and Problem-Solving Abilities

• Ability to identify inconsistencies, investigate unclear information, and recommend appropriate corrections.
• Strong critical-thinking skills when reviewing factual claims, terminology, and content structure.
• Ability to recognize recurring editorial problems and suggest preventive measures.
• Confidence in applying editorial guidelines consistently across different content types.

Communication and Collaboration

• Ability to communicate editorial recommendations clearly and professionally.
• Strong interpersonal skills for working with writers, editors, designers, and publishing teams.
• Ability to manage feedback professionally and maintain productive working relationships.
• Willingness to ask questions when information is unclear or additional verification is required.

Personal Attributes

• High attention to detail and a commitment to producing error-free work.
• Reliability, accountability, and a professional approach to deadlines.
• Patience and concentration when reviewing lengthy or complex documents.
• Adaptability when working with different subject areas, writing styles, and publication formats.
• A proactive mindset and a genuine interest in improving content quality.

Benefits

Depending on the employment arrangement, eligibility, and company policies, the role may offer the following benefits:

• Competitive Compensation: Salary or contractual compensation aligned with the role, experience, responsibilities, and applicable market conditions.
• Remote or Hybrid Opportunities: Potential flexibility to work remotely or in a hybrid arrangement for eligible positions.
• Professional Development: Opportunities to strengthen editing, proofreading, digital publishing, and content quality assurance skills.
• Training and Onboarding: Guidance on editorial standards, content workflows, publishing systems, and quality control procedures.
• Collaborative Work Environment: Opportunities to work with writers, editors, content specialists, and digital publishing professionals.
• Career Advancement: Potential progression into senior editorial, content quality assurance, managing editor, content operations, or digital publishing roles.
• Skill Development: Exposure to content management systems, SEO practices, editorial analytics, and digital publication tools.
• Performance Recognition: Opportunities for recognition based on quality, consistency, productivity, and contribution to editorial objectives.
• Paid Leave and Other Benefits: Applicable leave, insurance, retirement, and other employment benefits, where offered under the relevant employment policy.

The exact benefits package will be confirmed during the recruitment process. No particular benefit or remote-work arrangement is guaranteed unless specified in the formal offer.

Why Join HR Service Jobs?

Joining HR Service Jobs in the Content Editor – Digital Publication Quality role offers an opportunity to contribute to the quality, credibility, and effectiveness of digital communications.

You will have the opportunity to apply your language expertise, editorial judgment, and attention to detail while helping ensure that digital content meets professional publication standards. The role offers exposure to different content formats, editorial workflows, and digital publishing practices.

Reasons to consider this opportunity include:

• Make a Meaningful Contribution: Help ensure that readers receive clear, accurate, consistent, and professionally presented digital content.
• Develop Your Editorial Expertise: Build practical experience in copy editing, proofreading, quality assurance, and publication management.
• Work Collaboratively: Coordinate with content creators and publishing professionals to improve editorial outcomes.
• Expand Your Digital Skills: Gain experience with publishing tools, document collaboration systems, and content optimization practices.
• Explore Career Opportunities: Develop a foundation for future roles in editorial management, content strategy, publishing operations, and quality assurance.
• Demonstrate Your Strengths: Apply your language proficiency, analytical thinking, and organizational abilities in a detail-focused role.
• Support Continuous Improvement: Contribute ideas and processes that help reduce errors and improve publication efficiency.

This role is particularly well suited to candidates who enjoy refining written communication, solving editorial problems, and taking pride in delivering polished, publication-ready work.