AP Style Copy Editor - Digital & Print Content

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 9,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Illinois Extension, Marketing and Communications is seeking a Copy Editor to support statewide communications by reviewing and editing diverse print and digital materials, ensuring accuracy, clarity, accessibility, and consistent editorial voice. The role requires mastery of AP style, collaboration with writers, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

A Bachelor's degree and two years of related experience are requested.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, business administration, communications, public relations, or a closely related field.
• Two years of professional work experience in marketing, public relations, communications, brand management, or a related professional area.
• Experience managing publication files with desktop publishing software such as Adobe InDesign and copyediting/proofreading.

Responsibilities

• Copy edit, proofread, and review a wide range of communications materials.
• Write and edit original materials to support team priorities and align with voice and messaging.
• Ensure consistency of tone, brand, grammar, punctuation, usage, and style across materials.
• Review content for clarity, readability, accuracy, accessibility, and audience suitability.
• Develop and maintain editorial guidelines and quality assurance processes.
• Manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Apply AP style and monitor updates for team communication.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

AP style

Copyediting

Proofreading

Editorial feedback

Project management

Attention to detail

Deadline management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing, business administration, communications, public relations, or related field

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Job description

University of Illinois Extension, Marketing and Communications is seeking a Copy Editor to support statewide communications by reviewing and editing diverse print and digital materials, ensuring accuracy, clarity, accessibility, and consistent editorial voice. The role requires mastery of AP style, collaboration with writers, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

A Bachelor's degree and two years of related experience are requested.