Part Time Copy Editor [80199]
Overview This remote, Part-time Copy Editor role supports the content quality and publishing workflow of a leading sports, pop culture, and technology media outlet. The position involves copyediting, fact-checking, and proofreading across digital, audio, and video platforms to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to journalistic standards. The editor will collaborate with writers and producers, moving stories through the publishing pipeline using CMS and project management tools, while maintaining the brand’s voice and editorial integrity. Type: Part time hours (around 20 per week), contract, remote Schedule: EST time zone required Duration: 12 months Pay: $40 - $44/hr, paid weekly Part-time Copy Editor Requirements • Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a copy editor for a daily or high-volume publication (required). • Strong command of both Chicago and AP style guides. • Expertise in editing for grammar, punctuation, tone, and clarity under tight deadlines. • Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced editorial environment. • Experience working with digital media and proficiency in WordPress or similar CMS platforms. • Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and editorial judgment. • Preferred: Familiarity with sports, pop culture, and multimedia content editing. Part-time Copy Editor Duties • Copyedit and fact-check all editorial pieces, headlines, show descriptions, and social content. • Review and refine scripts for podcasts, video segments, and narrative storytelling formats. • Ensure all published materials meet brand tone, journalistic ethics, and legal accuracy. • Coordinate with editors and writers to resolve feedback and finalize copy in Google Docs. • Manage copy flow and deadlines using Trello and internal CMS tools. • Publish and maintain articles, show notes, and multimedia content through WordPress. • Maintain high-quality standards across short-form and long-form features, ensuring accuracy, taste, and style consistency. No deadline to apply. Apply tot his job