Temporary, Content Editor

Ieee Sa; Piscataway Township (NJ); Remote; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

IEEE is seeking a Temporary Content Editor to review, edit, and prepare content for publication. The role emphasizes accuracy, clarity, and adherence to editorial standards, with collaboration across teams and production staff.

The position is fully remote for up to 12 weeks, with potential extension based on project needs. Candidates should have strong copyediting, proofreading, and XML/Adobe tool experience to ensure publication-ready quality.

Qualifications

• Prior experience copyediting and proofreading documents for publication.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word.
• Proven ability to organize and participate in team environments.
• Influence and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Edit content with editorial style guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Proofreading: Review content for spelling, grammar, punctuation, formatting, and typographical errors.
• Copyediting: Edit content for consistency, readability, accuracy, style, tone, and adherence to guidelines.
• Line editing: Improve sentence structure, word choice, flow, and clarity while preserving author intent and technical accuracy.
• Ensure consistency of terminology, formatting, and style across documents.
• Apply and enforce editorial and organizational style standards.
• Collaborate with authors, project managers, and production staff to resolve issues and support publication schedules.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to achieve editorial and production objectives.

Skills

Copyediting

Proofreading

Line editing

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Editorial style

Cross-functional communication

Tools

Microsoft Word

XML authoring

eXtyles

Oxygen

Xopus

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Adobe PitStop

FrameMaker

Creative Cloud

Job description

IEEE is an EEO/AAP Employer/Protected Veterans/Disabled

Job Description - Temporary, Content Editor (260348)

Job Description

Temporary, Content Editor - 260348 : N/A

Description

The Temporary Content Editor is responsible for reviewing, editing, and preparing content for publication while ensuring accuracy, clarity, consistency, and adherence to established editorial standards and style guidelines. The ideal candidate is a skilled editor who can work collaboratively across teams, manage priorities through influence, and maintain a high level of attention to detail.

This is a fully remote, temporary opportunity to support high volume project needs for up to 12 weeks with potential for extension.

Key Responsibilities

• Proofreading: Review content for spelling, grammar, punctuation, formatting, and typographical errors to ensure publication-ready quality.
• Copyediting: Edit content for consistency, readability, accuracy, style, tone, and adherence to editorial guidelines.
• Line Editing: Improve sentence structure, word choice, flow, and clarity while preserving the author's intended meaning and technical accuracy.
• Ensure consistency of terminology, formatting, and style across documents.
• Apply and enforce editorial and organizational style standards.
• Collaborate effectively with authors, project managers, and production staff to resolve editorial issues and support publication schedules.
• Participate actively in cross-functional teams and contribute to the successful completion of editorial and production objectives.

Qualifications

• Prior experience copyediting and proofreading documents for publication preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word.
• Proven ability to organize and actively participate in team environments.
• Proven ability to manage through influence and work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated editing expertise with the ability to understand, interpret, and consistently apply editorial style guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to quality.
• Familiarity with XML authoring and editing tools such as eXtyles, Oxygen, Xopus, or similar applications.
• Experience with Adobe Acrobat Pro, Adobe PitStop, Adobe FrameMaker, and Adobe Creative Cloud applications.

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