Temporary Copy Editor, Delish

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Bring your sharp editorial eye to Delish and help ensure every story is polished accurate and ready to engage our audience. As a Temporary Copy Editor youll play an important role in maintaining editorial quality and consistency while working with a collaborative fast-moving team.

About Hearst Magazines (Why Us)

Hearst Magazines portfolio of more than 30 iconic brands in the U.S. inspires and entertains audiences across all media platforms. From digital and social media to print and emerging platforms our brands connect with millions of people every day through trusted compelling content and experiences.

Key Responsibilities (What You Are Doing)

• Copy-edit and proofread editorial content for grammar spelling punctuation usage clarity consistency and adherence to established style guidelines.
• Review copy efficiently and accurately while managing tight editorial deadlines.
• Collaborate with editors writers and fact-checkers to review edits resolve questions and maintain the integrity of each story.
• Check contract proofs carefully and make corrections or updates as needed.
• Apply a meticulous eye for detail to identify errors inconsistencies and opportunities to improve readability.
• Manage multiple assignments and shifting priorities while maintaining a high standard of editorial quality.
• Communicate edits and editorial recommendations clearly and constructively with cross-functional partners.

Qualifications (What Were Looking For)

• Previous professional copy-editing proofreading or related editorial experience or equivalent experience demonstrating strong command of editorial standards.
• Deep knowledge of grammar spelling punctuation and usage with the ability to apply editorial style guidelines consistently.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate polished work.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately under tight deadlines while balancing multiple assignments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative approach and ability to work effectively with editors writers fact-checkers and other editorial partners.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills including the ability to adapt as editorial needs evolve.
• This is a remote position.
  

The hourly rate for this role is $50 per hour. This position is not eligible for bonus or commission compensation. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience skills qualifications and location.

Hearst Magazines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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