Freelance Copy Editor

The EveryGirl; Deutschland; Remote; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

A remote media organization is seeking a detail-oriented copy editor to assist in finalizing content for publication. The role includes reviewing content for accuracy and adhering to AP Style and company guidelines. This freelance position offers flexible hours, typically 10-15 hours per week, with a compensation rate of $23 per hour. Candidates should have strong communication skills and attention to detail.

Qualifikationen

• Experience as a copy editor or similar role preferred.
• Strong understanding of AP Style and The Everygirl Media Group Style Guide.
• Ability to follow directions carefully.

Aufgaben

• Review and revise content for accuracy and quality.
• Ensure content adheres to AP Style and company style guide.
• Collaborate with editorial staff.

Kenntnisse

Copy editing

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

AP Style

Tools

Google Workspace

WordPress

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

Position Status: 1099 NEC Independent Contractor

The Everygirl Media Group is looking for a detail-oriented and experienced copy editor to assist our Everygirl and Everymom editorial staff in finalizing content for publication. The copy editor’s primary responsibilities include reviewing and revising content for accuracy and quality, including spelling, grammar, punctuation, and syntax. The candidate should have a strong understanding of AP Style and be able to follow The Everygirl Media Group Style Guide.

Position Details

This is a fully remote freelance position with flexible work hours (10-15 hours per week), with the possibility of more hours during busy periods. It is preferred (but not required) that candidates can work Monday through Friday with some assignments aligned to our core hours of 9:30am – 3:30pm CST. Assignments may be completed outside of that timeframe within the day they are due.

Responsibilities

• Review and revise content for accuracy and quality, including spelling, grammar, punctuation, and syntax.
• Ensure content adheres to AP Style and The Everygirl Media Group Style Guide.
• Collaborate with editorial staff to finalize content for publication.
• Maintain attention to detail, meet deadlines, and clearly communicate any issues or changes.

Qualifications

• Past experience as a copy editor or similar role (college students studying journalism with limited work experience are encouraged to apply).
• Strong comprehension of AP Style and grammar and the ability to follow The Everygirl Media Group Style Guide.
• High attention to detail, strong communication and time-management skills, and the ability to carefully follow directions.
• Past experience with WordPress is desired, but not required.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace.

Compensation

The compensation rate is $23 per hour and is based on experience. This is a freelance position, and company benefits are not included. Freelancers are responsible for their own taxes.

Submissions

• Apply via the Apply button on this page.
• In the body of the email include:
  • Your resume
  • 1-3 links to writing samples (Links should not be private)

Notes

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