Editor 4R7RXY5V at icreatives Bethesda, MD

icreatives; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

icreatives in Bethesda, MD is seeking an Editor - Authored Works Review to oversee the full editorial lifecycle of public-facing materials, including articles, reports, website content, leadership messaging, and other authored works. The position is onsite in Bethesda and contract-based, with Dec 2026–Nov 2027 periods and a potential extension.

The editor will coordinate reviews, ensure accuracy and adherence to AP Style, manage clearance processes, and maintain organizational voice across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, English, or related field.
• 5+ years of professional editing, copyediting, or technical-writing experience, preferably in healthcare or public affairs.
• Exceptional command of English grammar and AP Style.
• Healthcare communications or military/public affairs experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of HIPAA/PHI safeguarding requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end editorial lifecycle for articles, reports, web content, and leadership messaging.
• Perform detailed editing and proofreading for clarity, accuracy, grammar, AP Style, and regulations.
• Conduct rigorous fact-checking and source verification with SMEs.
• Coordinate feedback among authors, SMEs, legal counsel, and public-affairs leadership.
• Develop and enforce organizational style guidance and ensure final clearance for senior approval.

Skills

Editing experience

AP Style

Fact-checking

Healthcare communications

PHI/HIPAA awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, English, or related field

Job description

Editor - Authored Works Review Contract Period: Dec 2026 - Nov 2027 Onsite only in Bethesda, MD Pay Rate: $50 - $60/hr. A premier top-tier federal medical center is seeking an Editor - Authored Works Review to uphold the highest standards of editorial excellence, accuracy, and professionalism across its official written communications.

The Editor will oversee the full editorial lifecycle of public-facing materials, including articles, reports, website content, leadership messaging, and other authored works.

Key Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include substantive editing, fact-checking, coordinating stakeholder reviews, and managing clearance and final approval processes to ensure all publications align with the command's standards, messaging priorities, and institutional voice.

• Manage the end-to-end editorial lifecycle for articles, reports, web content, and leadership messaging, including editorial calendars and multi-stage review tracking
• Perform detailed editing and proofreading for clarity, accuracy, grammar, AP Style, command style guides, and applicable regulations
• Conduct rigorous fact-checking and source verification for claims, statistics, and medical information, coordinating with subject-matter experts
• Coordinate feedback and revisions among authors, SMEs, legal counsel, and public-affairs leadership
• Develop, maintain, and enforce organizational style guidance to ensure a consistent professional voice
• Manage final clearance and present finalized materials for senior Public Affairs approval prior to release

Minimum / Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, English, or related field
• 5+ years of professional editing, copyediting, or technical-writing experience, preferably including medical research, public policy, or military doctrine
• Exceptional command of English grammar, punctuation, and Associated Press (AP) Style
• Proven experience in healthcare communications, military public affairs, or similar regulated, high-visibility environment
• Thorough understanding of HIPAA and PHI safeguarding requirements
• Project-management experience, including editorial calendars and multi-author publications
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong ethical commitment to accuracy and source verification

This is a one-year contract opportunity working full-time hours, on-site in Bethesda, MD. There's an option for an additional two-year contract. Remote work is not available.

icreatives is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We consider all applicants without regard to protected characteristics and are committed to a workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion fuel creative excellence.