Copy Editor
Introduction
We are seeking a meticulous and versatile Copy Editor with a strong interest in generative AI technology, to support The Economist 's creative marketing function in New York City with significant collaboration with London-based teams.
This individual will partner with our copywriters, designers, and marketing teams, ensuring all content aligns with brand guidelines and project objectives. With a sharp eye for detail and mastery of grammatical principles, particularly in UK English, the Copy Editor will refine and polish content supporting our marketing growth efforts. The Copy Editor will work closely with the Creative Director, EVP Marketing, and Editorial teams to uphold the highest standards of copy across a variety of marketing deliverables.
The expected base salary for this position ranges from $44,000.00 - 57,000.00. It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range. Rather, salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered.
We are seeking a meticulous and versatile Copy Editor with a strong interest in generative AI technology, to support The Economist 's creative marketing function in New York City with significant collaboration with London-based teams.
This individual will partner with our copywriters, designers, and marketing teams, ensuring all content aligns with brand guidelines and project objectives. With a sharp eye for detail and mastery of grammatical principles, particularly in UK English, the Copy Editor will refine and polish content supporting our marketing growth efforts. The Copy Editor will work closely with the Creative Director, EVP Marketing, and Editorial teams to uphold the highest standards of copy across a variety of marketing deliverables.
The expected base salary for this position ranges from $44,000.00 - 57,000.00. It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range. Rather, salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered.
- Please note this opportunity is located in NYC. The hired candidate will be required to work from our NYC office several days per week.
- Proofread and evaluate written content to ensure it's clear, consistent, and error-free, checking for errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, and style
- Review and edit all copy from within the organisation and outside creative agencies and freelance writers
- Fact-checking: Ensuring content is accurate by verifying dates, statistics, and other facts
- Improving structure: Restructuring copy to improve flow and clarity
- Act as a creative conduit between copywriters, designers and marketing teams to ensure messaging is on brief and on brand
- Maintain alignment with the creative director and head of marketing, both of whom are based in EST, while effectively collaborating with our UK (and Asia)-based teams
- Ensure all creative work meets The Economist 's high standards of quality and adheres to our unique style guide, brand voice and strategic vision
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in a proofreading or copy editing role within a marketing team (Agency experience, a plus)
- Excellent attention to detail, with a strong understanding of grammatical principles, particularly in UK English
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume media environment
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with copywriters, designers, and marketing directors
- Flexibility to work across different time zones and collaborate with international teams
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Seniority level
Mid-Senior level -
Employment type
Full-time -
Job function
Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing -
Industries
Newspaper Publishing
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