Part-Time Copy Editor

Guardian Careers

4d•$44,000 - $48,000•Remote

About The Position

The Guardian is a global, reader-funded news organization that delivers fearless, independent journalism. From breaking news and award-winning investigations, to in-depth coverage of technology, sports, film, culture and lifestyle, the Guardian offers a global view that deepens our audiences’ understanding of America and the world. The Guardian’s US edition – headquartered in New York City, with growing bureaus in Washington DC and Los Angeles – is an entirely digital operation that combines the best of the Guardian’s international reporting with US voices and expertise. Core coverage areas include the climate emergency, economic and racial inequality, wellness, culture, digital privacy and sports – all highlighting the Guardian’s distinctive role within the US media landscape: journalism that’s global, independent, and free. It’s the talent, energy and commitment our people bring to the Guardian that make us who we are. Across our business we have some of the most creative thinkers in media and beyond: award winning journalists, cutting edge commercial teams, digital talent and more. We are now looking for a Part-time Copy Editor.

Requirements

Copy editing, editing and/or news production experience
Experience in a fast-paced news environment
Demonstrable enthusiasm for and interest in journalism
Solid news judgment
Experience and enthusiasm for editing accessible, human-centric reporting
Interest in and wide knowledge of the output of Guardian US
Excellent copy editing skills
Commitment to the core values of quality journalism
Excellent planning and organizing skills
Excellent communication skills
High degree of comfort with technology and web-based applications
Able to edit copy quickly and accurately under pressure
Meticulous eye for detail, grammar and spelling
Flair for writing headlines and other article furniture
Appreciation of Guardian history and values
Ability to deal with the pressures associated with deadlines
Able to accept constructive criticism
Willingness to change stories/ideas at short notice

Nice To Haves

Experience with editing or managing homepages would be useful, though not crucial

Responsibilities

Performing the necessary tasks of copy editors in a timely manner: editing copy for spelling, grammar and style, fact-checking, evaluating language for cultural sensitivity.
Writing headlines, selecting art and writing photo captions, adding any helpful supplemental elements.
Working with reporters, desk editors and other copy editors as needed.
Ensuring Guardian house style, quality and tone are maintained.
Liaising with desk editors, writers and bureaus in the process of work on copy and in forward-planning.
Help ensure that Guardian copy, articles and homepages are inclusive of many perspectives, lived experiences and communities.
Possible work editing the Guardian US and international homepages may be required.

Benefits

We want everyone to feel like they belong at the Guardian and we champion diversity of thought.
You will also have the opportunity to hear unique insight from our journalists in our morning conference, a live discussion on the news story of the day.
We encourage personal and professional growth.
Employees have access to a broad range of tools and solutions, and we are happy to support the pursuit of professional qualifications through vocational courses and apprenticeships.
Our goal is to become an environmentally regenerative company and we have signed up to a sustainability vision and strategy to reach it.

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