[Hiring] Temporary Copy Editor @CDS Global

Role Description

Bring your sharp editorial eye to Delish and help ensure every story is polished, accurate, and ready to engage our audience. As a Temporary Copy Editor, you’ll play an important role in maintaining editorial quality and consistency while working with a collaborative, fast-moving team.

Key Responsibilities

• Copy-edit and proofread editorial content for grammar, spelling, punctuation, usage, clarity, consistency, and adherence to established style guidelines.
• Review copy efficiently and accurately while managing tight editorial deadlines.
• Collaborate with editors, writers, and fact-checkers to review edits, resolve questions, and maintain the integrity of each story.
• Check contract proofs carefully and make corrections or updates as needed.
• Apply a meticulous eye for detail to identify errors, inconsistencies, and opportunities to improve readability.
• Manage multiple assignments and shifting priorities while maintaining a high standard of editorial quality.
• Communicate edits and editorial recommendations clearly and constructively with cross-functional partners.

Qualifications

• Previous professional copy-editing, proofreading, or related editorial experience, or equivalent experience demonstrating strong command of editorial standards.
• Deep knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and usage, with the ability to apply editorial style guidelines consistently.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate, polished work.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately under tight deadlines while balancing multiple assignments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative approach and ability to work effectively with editors, writers, fact-checkers, and other editorial partners.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills, including the ability to adapt as editorial needs evolve.

Requirements

• This is a remote position.
• The hourly rate for this role is $50 per hour.
• This position is not eligible for bonus or commission compensation.
• Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, qualifications, and location.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Hearst Magazines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.