Senior Editorial Analyst

1 week ago


Rockville, Maryland, United States Westat Full time
Westat is an employee-owned corporation providing research services to agencies of the U.S. Government, as well as businesses, foundations, and state and local governments. Westat's research, technical, and administrative staff of more than 2,000 is located at our headquarters in Rockville, Maryland, near Washington, DC.

Westat is committed to building a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusivity, belonging and equity for all. We believe that our greatest strength draws on the different backgrounds, cultures, perspectives and experiences of our employees.

Job Summary
Westat is seeking an experienced editor to join its editorial team. The successful candidate will work on proposals and client deliverables such as research study reports, manuals, web content, and internal and external communication products.

A hybrid work arrangement with 1-2 days on-site at a Westat office location is preferred, remote work arrangements will be considered.

Job Responsibilities
Copyediting for accuracy, consistency, and conformity to style and tone across print, web, and multimedia platformsUnderstanding and implementing client style guides for identity guidelines, usage, and formattingManaging projects through the production life cycle, including coordinating with other creative teams, working with materials developers, and ensuring the overall quality of the workReviewing a variety of products targeted to different audiences across several research topics, including health, social policy, and educationApplying plain language principlesEditing to adjust reading levels, make substantive changes to text, and unify work written by multiple authorsParticipating in meetings with teams and clientsLeading teams of editors on large projectsAssigning projects and proposals to editors on an as-needed basisBasic QualificationsA BA/BS in English, communication, journalism, or a related disciplineA minimum of 10 years of copyediting and production editing experiencePrevious work experience in assessing business materials for editorial needs, prioritizing work, and shifting gears as needed, managing a workload with both short- and long-term projectsDemonstrated experience with substantive editingExperience using a variety of style manuals (e.g., APA, Chicago, GPO, AMA) and the ability to learn and apply other client stylesDemonstrated ability to edit and format references according to various style guidesExperience managing editorial projectsPreferred QualificationsDemonstrated skill in editing a variety of business documents, including proposals, reports, and presentationsExperience working with teams of authors, editors, graphic designers, and production specialistsProficiency in MS Office Suite and Adobe AcrobatExperience with and Box a plusMinimum QualificationsDemonstrated communication skillsCollaboration with teams, managers, and/or clientsOrganization skills, including time management abilityDetail oriented
Westat offers a well-rounded and comprehensive benefits program focused on wellness and work/life balance. Subject to plan requirements, employees may participate in:
Employee Stock Ownership Plan401(k) Retirement PlanPaid Parental LeaveVacation Leave (15 days per year)Sick Leave (10 days per year)Holiday Leave (7 government holidays and 1 floating holiday per year)Professional DevelopmentHealth AdvocateEmployee Assistance ProgramTravel Accident InsuranceMedical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceShort Term Disability InsuranceLong Term Disability InsuranceLife and AD&D InsuranceCritical Illness InsuranceSupplemental Life InsuranceFlexible Spending AccountHealth Savings Account
This opportunity will be posted for a minimum of 5 days and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

Westat is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, or any other protected status under applicable law.
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