Editorial Head || Lead Copy Editor Job in Acadecraft
Editorial Head || Lead Copy Editor
Acadecraft
4+ weeks ago
- Mumbai, Maharashtra
- Not Disclosed
- Full-time
- Permanent
Job Summary
Job description Editorial Head
Responsibilities:
- Proofread rendered copy at various stages of development to attain 100% accuracy
- Can manage a team of Senior Copy Editors and Copy Editors.
- Validate edits and ensure uniformity and consistency across content components
- Well aware of writing styles of UK/US English
- Participate in project meetings
- Readily work as a point of contact for tasks/projects allocated and provide detailed updates regarding project handling and status to teammates and senior editor
- Develop project-specific work instructions as needed
- Act as a real mentor to subject experts
- Edit test questions and other assessment materials produced by in-house team
- Confirm that relevant, appropriate and factually correct content is released for final delivery
- Rewrite text to improve clarity and readability
- Double check that names, places and organizations are spelled properly and that facts, dates and statistics are accurate.
- This may involve contacting writers' sources and conducting online research
- Perform editorial reviews of all types of content at all stages of production.
- Other jobs may include raising queries, sharing timely feedback, working with teams & departments to ensure creating 100% error free content.
- Check and edit text thoroughly for correct grammar, punctuation, syntax, usage, style, format, consistency and client guidelines
- Developing project style guide and/or editorial training materials
- Well aware of differences between UK/US English
- Adhere to the established best practices and contribute to the development of new workflow processes
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirement:
- Degree in English/ Publishing/ Communications from "Recognized University"
- Should have overall experience from editorial background
- STEM (Science and Management background) along with the above, would be an additional factor for selection (would be preferred)
- Minimum 7 years of 'proven working experience' as an editor in this field
- Competently tailored and strong verbal and written communication skills
Skills required:
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Advanced writing, editorial, and research skills
- Proficiency with computers and software, including Microsoft Office (mandatory)
- Awareness of the Editorial Style Guides (APA, CMS, AP, MLA)
- Works well independently and in a collaborative team environment
- Must be organized, able to set priorities and meet deadlines with high quality work
- Must be willing and able to accept constructive feedback and develop new skills
Perks and Benefits:
- Work from home (full time)
- Immediate joiner
Experience Required :
7 to 12 Years
Vacancy :
2 - 4 Hires
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