Copyeditor

4 weeks ago


Chicago IL United States Tawani Enterprises Full time
Position Overview:

This is a project-based position. This role will ensure that written content is accurate, clear, and consistent, and that it adheres to style guides and industry standards.


Genre:

Historical Fiction

Word count approx.:

130,000


Responsibilities:
  1. Editing: Correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors. They may also propose restructuring of copy to improve clarity and flow.
  2. Applying style: Ensure that the content matches the style guide for the publication and company – Chicago Manual of Style.
  3. Work directly with the Corporate Project Coordinator/Associate Publisher.

Qualifications:
  1. Background in military affiliated titles a plus.
  2. Background in LGBTQ titles a plus.
  3. Able to add comments and track changes within Microsoft Word.
  4. Effective and efficient communication skills.
  5. Able to meet and adhere to timelines and deadlines.
Preferred:
  1. Would be nice to see in Editorial Freelancers Association, Northwest Editors Guild or the like.
  2. Carry ‘Errors and Omissions’ Insurance Coverage.

Other:
  1. Candidates will be requested to do a sample page as part of the interview process.
  2. Timeline for the project will be discussed, but ideally job will take no more than a month.
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