Packaging Editor

Hallmark Cards•Kansas City, MO

20d•$48,000 - $70,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Hallmark’s Editorial team plays a critical role in bringing products to life. We create thousands of cards every year, plus stationery, gifts, ornaments, books, calendars, and more. We’re versatile strategists and storytellers who go beyond the written word to create multimedia products that capture meaning and memories. We’re strategists and analysts who translate retail data and product requirements into successful product and packaging solutions. We've established a culture of rolling up our sleeves to get the work done through collaboration with design, product management, the Writing Studio, and many other partnerships. Sold in brick-and-mortar stores as well as on digital platforms, the products we create help make a difference in a world that could use a little more caring.

Requirements

BFA or BA in English, Journalism, Communication, Business or related field
Minimum of 3 years’ experience editing, copy editing or proofreading
Professional experience reviewing and editing written materials for accuracy, clarity, grammar, punctuation, and spelling

Nice To Haves

A portfolio that demonstrates excellent copywriting skills, strong conceptual and critical thinking skills, strong editorial judgment, and skill in capturing critical details accurately and concisely
Outstanding command of English language, both written and verbal, including proficiency in writing, editing and rewriting quality editorial that meets business and creative strategies
High degree of accuracy and confidence in identifying and correcting grammar, spelling, punctuation and style errors
Ability to master a high degree of new technical knowledge and style guidelines
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to partner effectively with employees at various levels in editorial, design, product development, Legal, as well as outside clients
Comfort with ambiguity and ability to work under pressure to meet production schedules, while maintaining close attention to detail and high-quality standards
Self-starter with excellent problem-solving and organizational skills
Ability to work across disciplines (account, creative, traffic, and partner teams) honing and crafting the Hallmark brand voice on packaging
Be a utility player wearing multiple hats switching from a tech editor skill set to a creative writer skill set flawlessly

Responsibilities

Create accurate, thorough packaging editorial that complies with all relevant legal, marketing, creative, safety, retailer, licensor, and/or environmental messaging requirements
Serve as a Center of Excellence, in partnership with Writing, Legal, Product, and Quality departments, for writing, editing, and assembling packaging copy and procuring required language translations as needed
Manage workflow and timelines across key internal partners to guarantee packaging editorial meets all partner needs
Write, edit, and assemble packaging copy, including descriptions, instructions, and labels for a broad range of products
Fully understand and apply U.S. and Canadian packaging regulations and how they impact the type of packaging copy required depending on multiple variables
Efficiently navigate multiple computer systems and databases to reference and document relevant product information
Research and analyze products and style guides to determine the editorial strategy and translate brand voice as needed
Provide final oversight of packaging artwork to ensure that editorial is complete and legally compliant
Strategically partner to assess and iterate application of new and emerging regulatory standards
Proofread and edit foreign vendor product labels to ensure clarity and provide translations as needed