Copy Editor

Macmillan Publishers India Pvt Ltd.; Chennai District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Macmillan Publishers India Pvt Ltd. is seeking an experienced copyeditor with 3-5 years of relevant experience. The ideal candidate will have a post-graduate degree in Life Sciences and strong skills in both style and language editing.

Familiarity with various style manuals (APA, CMS, AMA, MLA) is essential. The role requires a strong command of the English language, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in copyediting.
• Familiarity with style manuals (APA, CMS, AMA, MLA).
• Experience in editing various types of content.

Skills

Copyediting

Attention to detail

Command over English language and grammar

Ability to handle multiple accounts

Education

Post‑Graduate in Life Sciences

Job description

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in copyediting
• Post‑Graduate in Life Sciences
• Should be a dual‑skilled resource (ability to handle both style and language)
• Ability to handle level 1 and 2 editing (light and medium‑level of editing)
• Handled Books (STEM and Health Science content)
• Familiarity with style manuals (APA, CMS, AMA, MLA)
• Ability to handle multiple accounts
• Experience in editing various types of content
• Excellent command over English language and grammar
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team