Editor/Proofreader

About the position

The position involves editing and proofreading written publications to ensure consistency with the organization's image, clarity, accuracy, and relevance. The role requires collaboration with graphics design staff and project stakeholders to produce quality products and marketing materials, as well as educating center personnel on best practices for writing.

Responsibilities

• Edit/proofread publications, including textbooks, letters, catalogs, brochures, flyers, advertisements, websites, and other written materials for accuracy, clarity, and relevance.
• Collaborate with graphics design staff and project stakeholders to produce quality products and marketing materials.
• Educate center personnel on best practices for writing.
• Effectively and diplomatically communicate edits and feedback to project stakeholders.
• Support Region 4 events as assigned.
• Provide technical assistance and services as specified by any applicable federal grant that funds this position.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field.
• Three years of experience in editing and proofreading publications, including textbooks, letters, catalogs, brochures, flyers, advertisements, websites, and other written materials.
• Expert-level proficiency in recent versions of Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Knowledge of copyright laws and regulations relating to print and web-based content.
• Understanding of the editorial and publication guidelines of The Chicago Manual of Style.
• Effective time management skills with the ability to manage multiple editing projects simultaneously.
• Quick learner with the willingness and curiosity to learn new things.
• Effective and diplomatic written and verbal communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in an educational setting.