Remote Junior Editor - High-Volume, SEO-Driven

valnetconcept; United States; Remote; USD 21,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible freelance opportunity

Job summary

Military.com is seeking a sharp, reliable Junior Editor for a paid freelance remote position. You will review articles before publication to ensure they are accurate, polished, engaging, and optimized for search.

This high-volume role requires speed, meticulous attention to detail, and pride in getting the details right. You will edit and proofread, fix grammar and readability, fact-check facts, and optimize for SEO and reader engagement while following editorial standards.

Qualifications

• 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.

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 Military.com’s editorial standards.
• Flag inaccuracies or issues before content goes live.
• Work efficiently through a consistent volume of articles and deadlines.

Skills

Editing

Proofreading

Journalism

Digital publishing

SEO basics

Tools

WordPress

Job description

Military.com is seeking a sharp, reliable Junior Editor for a paid freelance remote position. You will review articles before publication to ensure they are accurate, polished, engaging, and optimized for search.

This high-volume role requires speed, meticulous attention to detail, and pride in getting the details right. You will edit and proofread, fix grammar and readability, fact-check facts, and optimize for SEO and reader engagement while following editorial standards.