Spanish Copy Editor

WPP Production; Ciudad de México; On-site; MXN 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

WPP Production is seeking a Spanish Copy Editor to ensure linguistic precision and brand consistency across marketing communications for our technology client. The Editor will copyedit, proofread, and edit production content, collaborating with writers and creatives to uphold high standards in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of copyediting experience for marketing and technical materials, fluent English and Spanish, and a solid understanding of style guides and

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of copyediting/sub-editing for marketing and technical materials.
• Experience editing marketing/communications for brands.
• Fluent in English and Spanish with strong language conventions knowledge.
• Experience with global brands and translation/process tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-country validation of marketing content across digital, print, and in-store channels.
• Edit and proofread editorial, marketing, and social media copy.
• Work with in-country team on high-volume projects and meet tight deadlines.
• Maintain tone of voice, cultural relevance, and linguistic accuracy for Mexico.

Skills

Copyediting

Proofreading

Attention to detail

Fluent English

Fluent Spanish

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Tools

WorldServer

Job description

About WPP Production

We are WPP Production - the unified global production company that brings together all of WPP's content producers, studios and craft experts into one connected organisation. We combine world-class human craft with next generation technology to originate, design, and deliver multi-channel content systems at scale. Built for borderless collaboration and powered by deep craft expertise, we are the production engine designed for today's always on, AI driven marketing world.

About WPP Production

We are WPP Production - the unified global production company that brings together all of WPP's content producers, studios and craft experts into one connected organisation. We combine world-class human craft with next generation technology to originate, design, and deliver multi-channel content systems at scale. Built for borderless collaboration and powered by deep craft expertise, we are the production engine designed for today's always on, AI driven marketing world.

About WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.

WPP Production is seeking an Spanish Copy Editor

The Role

The Editor is responsible for copyediting, proofreading, and production editing for our Technology client's marketing communications, working closely with writers and other creatives to maintain the highest possible standards. The ideal candidate can apply technical savvy, a keen eye, and exceptional attention to detail to ensure clarity and accuracy in each project copy. They should be flexible, adaptable, and results-driven, with the skills to work across stakeholders, and an ability to focus and prioritize in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

You will be required to build strong working relationships with the in-market and global teams to ensure the delivery of linguistically and tonally perfect campaigns that will ensure the client’s products stand out in your market.

Requirements

• A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in copyediting and/or sub-editing for both marketing and technical materials
• Experience in editing and proofreading marketing and communications materials, preferably for a creative or consumer brand.
• Must also have a nuanced understanding of language conventions, style, and usage.
• Experience working for global brands.
• Working knowledge of translation and project management tools.
• Experience in supporting the development and maintenance of style guides and glossaries
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills as well as the ability to work as a team member. Must be able to perform effectively and efficiently under time pressure.
• Fluent in written and spoken English and Spanish. Understands language subtleties.
• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to focus and prioritize in a fast-paced environment. Possess a solid understanding of the creative development and production process.
• Must be flexible and able to adapt to an environment of constant change.
• Ideal candidates will have previous editorial, proofreading, and localization experience at an advertising agency, marketing communications group, or localization/transcreation agency.
• Must be able to travel as required, sometimes several weeks at a time.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for providing in-country validation of customer-facing marketing content across digital, print, and in-store communications, with a focus on consistency with the brand tone of voice.
• Edit and proofread editorial, marketing, and social media copy.
• Work closely with the in-country team on a high volume of projects and deliver on time and to an excellent standard, often with short deadlines.
• Responsible for developing and maintaining a consistent tone of voice, personality, and cultural relevance for Mexico.
• Attend confidential projects in the US when required.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and ensure timely delivery.
• Leverage glossaries and style guides to ensure alignment with the brand’s tone of voice, ensuring clarity and accuracy of translations, and maintaining the highest possible standards.
• Ensure clarity and accuracy in communications, and maintains the highest possible standards
• Responsible for ensuring product and technical accuracy, as well as linguistic accuracy (grammar and spelling, as well as cultural relevance).
• Ensuring special attention is paid to whether the content is appropriate and correct for Mexico.
• Responsible for providing ongoing linguistic guidance and feedback to transcreators, producers, and project managers.
• Responsible for keeping own product and brand knowledge up to date.
• Experienced in using computer-aided translation tools (CAT tools such as WorldServer) and maintaining translation memories (background in Translation is a plus).

Why work here:

At WPP Production, you’ll help shape the future of content production at a truly global scale. We bring together world-class talent, cutting-edge studios, and advanced technology to solve some of the most complex creative and production challenges in the industry. You’ll work in a collaborative, borderless environment where craft excellence is valued, innovation is encouraged, and AI and next-generation tools are used to amplify not replace human creativity. With access to diverse projects, global career opportunities, and the backing of WPP’s unmatched network, this is a place where you can grow your skills, make real impact, and create work that performs for every audience, across every channel, at every moment.

Inclusion and Impact

WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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