Editor Jobs

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Editor to join our team. As an Editor, you will be responsible for reviewing, revising, and refining written content to ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency. You will work closely with writers, content creators, and other stakeholders to uphold editorial standards and enhance the overall quality of our materials. The ideal candidate has a strong command of language, excellent editing, and proofreading skills, and a keen eye for detail.

Responsibilities:

1. Review written content for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, and style, ensuring adherence to established editorial guidelines and standards.
2. Edit and proofread a variety of materials, including articles, blog posts, reports, marketing materials, and other written documents.
3. Verify factual information, verify sources, and conduct additional research if necessary to ensure accuracy and credibility.
4. Collaborate with writers and content creators to provide constructive feedback and suggestions for improving clarity, organization, and flow of content.
5. Ensure consistency in tone, style, and messaging across all written materials.
6. Ensure adherence to brand guidelines and maintain a consistent brand voice in all written communications.
7. Verify proper citation and attribution of sources to uphold ethical and legal standards.
8. Manage multiple editing projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
9. Stay updated with industry trends, language usage, and evolving best practices in editing and writing.
10. Maintain accurate documentation, records, and style guides to support consistency and future reference.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field. A background in a specific industry or subject matter expertise may be preferred for specialized editing roles.
2. Proven experience as an Editor or similar role, showcasing strong editing and proofreading skills.
3. Excellent command of the English language, including grammar, spelling, punctuation, and style.
4. Proficiency in using editing tools and software, such as Microsoft Word, Google Docs, or specialized editing software.
5. Familiarity with different style guides, such as AP Stylebook or The Chicago Manual of Style.
6. Ability to provide constructive feedback and suggestions for improving written content.
7. Strong attention to detail and a keen eye for spotting errors and inconsistencies.
8. Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
9. Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate and work closely with writers and stakeholders.
10. Flexibility and adaptability to accommodate evolving project requirements and changing priorities.

Company Profile

Practical Education (PracEd) Solutions is a boutique global education consulting and learning design firm. We provide customized, on-demand training and professional e-learning design that grows people and achieves goals. We utilize an empathy-based design framework that results in an elevated learner experience and program outcomes. Project management schedules are developed and consistently executed in a timely fashion with unparalleled customer service and follow-up support. Our mission is to become the #1 sought out global education consulting firm for learning program design and development related to specific community advancement initiatives.

PracEd Brand Values

1. Authenticity: We meet our clients where they are.
2. Relatability: We connect with our client's core needs.
3. Excellence: We deliver excellence in service.
4. Strategy: We are intentional and methodical.
5. Creativity: We deliver original, yet practical solutions to our client's problems.
6. Empathy: Understanding and helping others is at the heart of everything we do.