Associate Copy Editor (Future Opportunity)

Do you have a passion for immaculately crafted sentences Do grammatical errors jump out at you in books online and even on menus If youansweredyes thenletstalk. ICF Next is looking for a skilled and passionate Associate Copy Editor to help make our written communications shine.

If this sounds like you join our growing Creative Studio of mission-driven creatives communicators strategists and technologists who love what we do. Send your resume and a link to your portfoliowedlove to see your work!

About ICF Next

ICF Next brings together strategy creativity data and technology to solve real problems.

We work with organizations facing complex challenges across energy public health climate and more. The work is not just about communication. It is about helping people understand engage andtake action.

Our teams build integrated campaigns and experiences that connect with people and hold together across channels. The work needs to be clear useful and built to perform. If it does not resonate it does not work.

As an Associate Copy Editoryoull:

• Support public and private sector clients in tackling issues such energy efficiency disease prevention child welfare disaster preparedness and more.

• Demonstrate exceptional editorial skills including correcting issues with grammar spelling punctuation accuracy layout style and consistency.

• Provide editorialreviewon a wide variety of materials including online and social content reports and marketing collateral.

• Collaborate with other editors other Creative Studio members and account teams to develop and deliver exceptional work.

• Ensure that all work is consistent with established brand guidelines andstrategy andmaintain up-to-date editorial guidelines.

• Promote and update editorial policies standards and procedures to ensure adherence to them across the agency.

Youllneed:

• Two to five yearsofprofessional experience in editing; government advertising agency or consultancy experience preferred.

• Bachelors degree in English advertising communications or a related field.

Additional Professional Attributes:

• Exceptional editorial skills including proofreading andcopy editingmarketing copy fact checking and reviewing layout.

• Proficiencyin Microsoft Office particularly Word and PowerPoint Adobe Acrobat and shared workspaces.

• Exceptional attention to detail.

• Familiarity with adherence to editorial style guides; knowledge of AP style preferred.

• Excellent organizational time-management and prioritization skills with the ability to collaborate in a fast-paced teamenvironment juggling multiple competing deadlines.

What we offer:

• Flexible working arrangements including remote and hybrid options

• Competitive benefits including healthcare and retirement plans

• Ongoing training and development opportunities

• A collaborative environment with opportunities to connect across teams

• Opportunities to contribute to social impact and community initiatives

At ICF we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate orassistwith responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is notpermitted. This policy is in place tomaintainthe integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However we understand that some candidates may require accommodationthat involves the use of AI. Ifsuch anaccommodation is needed candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at. Weare dedicated to providingthe necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.