Freelance Copy Editor - NYC News & Business Desk

Bloomberg; New York (NY); On-site; USD 61,992 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits plan

401(k) + match

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

A renowned financial media company in New York seeks a freelance copy editor for a full-time contract role. The successful candidate will ensure articles are sharp, accurate, and engaging, working closely with a global team in a busy newsroom environment. Applicants should have a strong background in newsroom copy editing, excellent proofreading skills, and be familiar with business journalism. The role starts on-site with possible future flexibility.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of newsroom copy editing experience.
• Strong line editing and proofreading skills.
• Ability to manage multiple stories under tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with business and economics journalism.

Responsibilities

• Edit stories for grammar, clarity, consistency, and style.
• Collaborate in a global newsroom to meet deadlines.
• Proof and fact-check articles.

Skills

Newsroom copy editing experience

Line editing skills

Proofreading skills

Ability to handle multiple stories under tight deadlines

Familiarity with business and economics journalism

Commitment to accuracy and clarity

Proficiency in Google Docs

Experience with CMS (WordPress)

Experience with Adobe InCopy

Experience with K4 publishing system

Job description

A renowned financial media company in New York seeks a freelance copy editor for a full-time contract role. The successful candidate will ensure articles are sharp, accurate, and engaging, working closely with a global team in a busy newsroom environment. Applicants should have a strong background in newsroom copy editing, excellent proofreading skills, and be familiar with business journalism. The role starts on-site with possible future flexibility.