Junior Editor - Military.com

Valnet Tech Sites; United States; Remote; USD 21,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible freelance opportunity

Job summary

Military.com is seeking a sharp, reliable Junior Editor to publish high-quality content at scale. You’ll review articles before publication, ensure accuracy, polish, and optimize for search.

This is a high-volume editing role for someone fast, meticulous, and proud of getting the details right. This freelance remote position offers work with a major digital media brand serving the military and veteran community.

Qualifications

• Edit and proofread content before publication.
• Demonstrate strong command of written English with attention to detail.
• Fact-check names, dates, statistics and key claims.
• Apply basic SEO practices to optimize content.
• Work quickly without sacrificing quality and meet deadlines.
• Be reliable, organized and able to work independently.
• Experience with CMS platforms like WordPress is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Edit and proofread articles before publication.
• Fix grammar, spelling, structure and readability issues.
• Fact-check names, dates, statistics and key claims.
• Optimize content for SEO and reader engagement.
• Improve headlines, formatting and article structure when needed.
• Ensure articles follow editorial standards.
• Flag inaccuracies before content goes live.

Skills

Editing/proofreading

Journalism/digital publishing

Strong English written skills

Attention to detail

Fact-checking

Speed and efficiency

Reliability and organization

SEO/digital content basics

Education

Bachelor's degree not specified

Tools

WordPress or CMS

SEO or Google Analytics

Job description

This is a paid freelance remote position About Military.com Military.com is one of the leading digital media platforms serving service members, veterans, and military families.

The role We’re looking for a sharp, reliable Junior Editor to help us publish high-quality content at scale. You’ll review articles before publication, making sure they are accurate, polished, engaging, and optimized for search. This is a high-volume editing role for someone who is fast, meticulous, and takes pride in getting the details right.

What You’ll Do

• Edit and proofread articles before publication.
• Fix grammar, spelling, structure, and readability issues.
• Fact-check names, dates, statistics, and key claims.
• Optimize content for SEO and reader engagement .
• Improve headlines, formatting, and article structure when needed.
• Ensure articles follow Military.com’s editorial standards.
• Flag inaccuracies or issues before content goes live.
• Work efficiently through a consistent volume of articles and deadlines.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in editing, proofreading, journalism, or digital publishing.
• Excellent command of written English.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong fact-checking skills.
• Ability to work quickly without sacrificing quality.
• Reliable, organized, and comfortable working independently.
• Basic understanding of SEO and digital content .
• Available to work within Pacific or Mountain Time Zones .

Bonus Points

• Military or veteran content experience.
• Experience with WordPress or another CMS.
• SEO or Google Analytics experience.
• High-volume freelance editing experience.
• Basic image editing skills.

Why Join Us?

• Work with a major digital media brand serving the military and veteran community.
• Flexible freelance opportunity.
• Build experience in digital publishing, SEO, and high-volume editorial operations .
• Join a fast-moving team where quality and execution matter.