Remote Copy Editor and Proofreader

Job Summary

A privately-held independent publishing company is in need of a Remote Copy Editor and Proofreader.

Core Responsibilities Include:

• Reading, reviewing, and editing manuscripts
• Editing copy to improve clarity and ensuring content accessibility
• Verifying terms, sources, and URLs using standard reference resources

Qualifications Include:

• Expertise with standard editorial concepts, practices, and procedures
• Basic familiarity with technical and computer terms
• Familiarity with The Chicago Manual of Style, 17th edition
• Ability to work with internal style guides
• Ability to create project-specific stylesheets
• Flexibility, creativity, and the ability to communicate well