Part Time - Montezuma Publishing Copy Editor

$39,520 - $43,680/Yr

Aztec Shops, SDSU - San Diego, CA

Part-time - Entry Level

San Diego, CA

About the position

The part-time Copy Editor at Montezuma Publishing is an entry-level position responsible for editing various written materials for grammar, punctuation, spelling, and overall readability. The role involves ensuring adherence to editorial style guides and may include conducting online research to verify facts and sources. The editor will work on graduate theses, dissertations, journal articles, and marketing materials, contributing to the clarity and accuracy of the content.

Responsibilities

• Copyedit written content for correct spelling, grammar, punctuation, and syntax.
• Ensure consistency in spelling, hyphenation, numerals, capitalization, and use of acronyms/abbreviations.
• Revise text for clarity, readability, and consistency.
• Understand and consistently reflect the style guide chosen by the author or as required by SDSU.
• Effectively communicate within the department, with authors, and other interested parties via email, telephone, or in person.
• Comply with all company policies and federal, state, and local laws/regulations.

Requirements

• Earned (or in pursuit of a) bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, or English combined with at least 1 year of previous writing and proofreading experience, or a high school diploma or GED with 2+ years of editing experience.
• Proficiency in spelling, grammar, and punctuation, and ability to make constructive suggestions to improve language, tone, and readability.
• Strong computer skills, especially Microsoft Office (including proficiency with MS Word's track changes), Google Workspace, and Adobe DC.
• Proficiency with Chicago and APA style guides; knowledge of MLA style preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to remain detail-oriented and focused when processing large amounts of text and to meet deadlines.

Nice-to-haves

• Basic knowledge of legal issues involved in publishing, such as libel and plagiarism.
• Willingness to collaborate with a creative team and others.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage of $19 - $21.
• Flexible part-time schedule.