Copy Editor
Professional Sports Publications
New York, NY
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Job Description:
Professional Sports Publications is seeking a self-motivated copy editor to join a growing editorial team that produces a wide range of industry-focused trade publications (e.g. shipping and transportation magazines) and high school sports yearbooks. This will be a full-time, in-person position based out of our Manhattan office.
We’re looking for a team player who is eager to work one-on-one with writers and enjoys the challenge of perfecting copy for print. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in publications with a strong understanding of AP Style and the ability to edit with speed and efficiency.
The copy editor will work closely with the Editors and Associate Editors to ensure quality assurance across all projects.
Responsibilities Include:
- Copy editing long-form articles (500-1200 words) in Adobe InDesign for accuracy, style and consistency
- Providing feedback to writers on style and structure
- Self-managing workload to look at sections of different magazines simultaneously as pages become ready
- Communicating with lead editors to ensure articles are proofed in a timely manner
- Collaborating with internal teams including other editors and page designers to make necessary changes
Skills Desired:
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, Publishing or related field
- Working knowledge of AP Style and the editorial process
- Prior experience working individually with writers to improve writing flow, syntax and grammar
- Flexibility to adapt to changing deadlines and ability to multitask
- Comfortable working with Adobe InDesign and Microsoft Word
- Familiarity with workload management programs such as monday.com
The salary is $40-45K annually + benefits.
Interested candidates should send a résumé, cover letter, and be prepared to take an edit test.
Professional Sports Publications is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
Professional Sports Publications will consider college graduates who possess a degree in any concentration or major. We encourage applicants of all ages and experience, as we do not discriminate on the basis of an applicant's age.
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