Part-Time Editor & Fact-Checker

The Alberta Teachers' Association; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid benefits

Onsite parking

Onsite gym

Outdoor patio

Cafeteria

Library and quiet spaces

Job summary

The Alberta Teachers’ Association invites applications for an Editor (0.4 FTE), a temporary part-time position for one year. Reporting to the supervising editor, the editor ensures professional and credible internal and external communications.

You will edit a range of publications, perform editing tasks per ATA style guides, fact-check and coordinate with designers to prepare layouts, proofs and final copies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, communications or a related field.
• Three years of editing and research experience in a professional setting.
• Experience in fact-checking and performing other research.
• Experience with structural, stylistic and copy editing, and proofreading.
• Knowledge of English grammar, punctuation, spelling and style guides; ability to edit in French is an asset.
• Familiarity with academic language and writing conventions.
• Basic knowledge of copyright and privacy legislation.
• Meticulous attention to detail with ability to see the big picture.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Performing substantive editing, line editing and copy editing per ATA style guides.
• Editing, reviewing, proofreading and preparing materials for audience and purpose.
• Receiving files, prioritizing, organizing materials and meeting deadlines.
• Communicating with stakeholders about editing assignments.
• Undertaking fact-checking and research to ensure accuracy.
• Checking visual elements for accuracy and appropriateness.
• Identifying copyright, plagiarism, biased language, privacy issues or promotional material.
• Facilitating design of ATA documents by liaising with designers on layout and formatting.
• Preparing copy and electronic files for layout and proofs.
• Proofreading galleys and verifying corrections.
• Approving page proofs before printing.
• Updating reference materials and ATA style guide as needed.
• Recommending changes to ATA style guide.

Skills

Editing

Proofreading

Fact-checking

Research

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

MS Office

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English/Journ.

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Job description

The Alberta Teachers’ Association invites applications for an Editor (0.4 FTE), a temporary part-time position for one year. Reporting to the supervising editor, the editor ensures professional and credible internal and external communications.

You will edit a range of publications, perform editing tasks per ATA style guides, fact-check and coordinate with designers to prepare layouts, proofs and final copies.