Copy Editor

Atlantic Media • Washington, DC

22h • Onsite

About The Position

The Atlantic is seeking an experienced full-time copy editor to join the newsroom. This person will copy edit articles ranging from daily coverage to longer-term features and projects, and will also copy edit social-media posts and other editorial material. This person may also have some fact-checking responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have a sharp eye for detail, a fine ear for language, a respect for individual authors’ writing styles, and an exceptional grasp of grammar, accepted usage, punctuation, and spelling. Additionally, a candidate should be able to prioritize when juggling multiple assignments, and adhere to high standards under tight deadlines. The ideal candidate has at least three years’ professional experience, comfort working in a fast-paced environment, and familiarity with the Chicago Manual of Style. This person will also combine obsessiveness with nimbleness, collegiality, and a sense of humor. The role may involve a Wednesday through Sunday schedule. The role will also involve occasional late-night, early-morning, and weekend work. Salary minimum: $69,000; Salary maximum: $80,000 This position is based in Washington, D.C. This is a Guild position.

Requirements

• At least three years’ professional experience
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with the Chicago Manual of Style
• Sharp eye for detail
• Fine ear for language
• Respect for individual authors’ writing styles
• Exceptional grasp of grammar, accepted usage, punctuation, and spelling
• Ability to prioritize when juggling multiple assignments
• Ability to adhere to high standards under tight deadlines
• Combine obsessiveness with nimbleness, collegiality, and a sense of humor

Responsibilities

• Copy edit articles ranging from daily coverage to longer-term features and projects
• Copy edit social-media posts and other editorial material
• May have some fact-checking responsibilities

Benefits

• The Atlantic requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, including subsequent boosters, and submit proof of vaccination status. Employees who cannot receive the vaccine because of a disability/medical contraindication or sincerely-held religious belief may request an accommodation (e.g., an exemption) to this requirement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed