Global Copy Desk - Copy Editor

About Us
ISMGis a global intelligence firm & premier media organizationdedicated solely to cybersecurity information technology artificial intelligence & operational technology. With a diverse portfolio of over 20 brands 38 digital media platforms & more than 400 inperson & virtual events held annually we connect with a global audience of over 1.8 million subscribers.

Our expertly crafted content targets key industries including banking healthcare & the public sector & spans regions from North America to Southeast Asia. Our unwavering commitment to addressing the evolving needs of professionals in todays digital age underscores our ability to anticipate & lead through digital transformation.

The Opportunity
ISMG is seeking a fulltime Copy Editor for our Global Copy Desk will be responsible for providing content support copyediting proofreading creation and ideation and other businesscommunicationcentric support to various internal departments and lines of business within ISMG. All noneditorial copy and editing support will be provided by the Global Copy Desk.

In this role you may be required from time to time to provide mentorship training and guidance to junior team members and help with the ideation and sustainment of desk processes and framework to meet the highest global standards of proofreading/editing.

Responsibilities

• Providing copy editingsupport to allsectors covered by ISMG on a global scale.
• Copyediting proofing text for errors and writing various network content on a regular basis ensuring content is relevant and of qualityand coordinating with the creative team for illustrations or photographs for attractive layouts.
• Verifyingthe factual correctness of all the information such as dates and statistics.
• Checking the text for style readability and adherence to editorial policies; ensuringcorrect tone voice clarity flow and structure of content.
• Managing and networking with other editors and writers for custom content initiatives.
• Transcribing and editing transcriptions of video interviews audio interviews event sessions and other multimedia content.
• Supporting marketing efforts in creating and publishing content/blogs/videos as needed by various departments and lines of business.
• Researching and staying uptodate with current industry and technology trends as well as security regulations/guidance and relevant legislative activities.
• Collaborating with the team to come up with fresh and creative ideas keeping the audience in mind.
• Communicatingand working with the relevant team to ensure that content is published in a timely manner.

Requirements

• BA in Journalism Communications or a related field or equivalent experience required
• Minimum of 7 years experience covering technology in a security context
• Minimum 5 years of writing experience in information security and overall information technology
• Demonstrable knowledge of specific technologies and market leaders including but not limited to: application security cloud computing data loss prevention encryption GRC ID & access management mobility and social media
• Knowledge of regulatory bodies and the regulations and guidance issued by these bodies for providing a framework for information cybersecurity within all sectors
• Working knowledge of web publishing standards content development and management and web technologies
• Must be proficient in writing and idea communication
• Must be efficient multitasker proactive and possess strong management and leadership skills
• Good time management skills and ability to work well under pressure & meet deadlines
• Ability to take initiative prioritize tasks and be flexible in a changing work environment while remaining creative accurate and detailoriented
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information
• Excellent computer skills including MS Office