Associate Copy Editor, Men's Health, Women's Health, Oprah Daily

This is a Full Time Job

Men's Health, Oprah Daily, and Women's Health are looking for an Associate Copy Editor. The Associate Copy Editor will not only ensure content is grammatically correct and easy to read but that it conforms to house format, style, and tone, while being mindful to preserve the writer's voice. This position works closely with the copy chief and research editors, as well as with the staff editors, to help resolve copy problems. The Associate Copy Editor will work on all print and Apple News issues as well as digital feature packages. The ideal candidate is comfortable working quickly but accurately on multiple stories daily, meeting all publishing deadlines. An ability to juggle multiple brands and competing priorities is imperative.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Copy-edit and proofread editorial text to ensure that it is grammatically correct and meets style guidelines
• Review changes with editors, writers, and fact-checkers as necessary, collaborating to resolve discrepancies
• Manage editorial changes through all stages of production by entering corrections into electronic files and troubleshooting any copy and fit problems as they arise
• Help the copy chief track stories and ensure smooth copy flow throughout the editorial production cycle
• Work in InCopy as well as the CMS to copy edit print-first and digital-first stories

QUALIFICATIONS
• Proficiency using InDesign/InCopy and Woodwing
• Proficiency working within the CMS
• Deeply knowledgeable about grammar, spelling, usage, and punctuation, and able to work quickly and accurately on tight deadlines
• Highly organized and able to multitask assignments
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with the Chicago Manual of Style, AP, and other major style guides
• A meticulous approach to work and an eye for detail
• Able to collaborate well with others
• Bachelor's degree in journalism, English, or a related field

This is a position covered under the Writers Guild of America, East, Collective Bargaining Agreement.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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