Senior Copy Editor

SRP • Tempe, AZ

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Copy Editor conducts thorough reviews and makes edits (including rewrites) on large volumes of text for a variety of multimedia communications materials. The Copy Editor reviews nearly every printed piece, display panel, display interactive, video caption, banner, sign and other collateral material produced by Communications Services. The Copy Editor must review and correct material for accurate style, spelling, punctuation, grammar and content. The Copy Editor also identifies flaws in focus, structure, organization and tone in copy, and rewrites or makes suitable recommendations for correction. The Copy Editor works independently, replying upon sound judgment, knowledge and experience to make corrections, and must be able to perform work under pressure and adhere to tight deadlines.

Requirements

• The Copy Editor often reviews material of a confidential nature, including customer, financial and employee information, and must be relied upon to not divulge content under any circumstances.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience required.
• In lieu of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling 9 years may be considered.

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor's degree relevant to the assignment from an accredited institution is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reviews varied content for printed publications, displays, videos and the Web, including but not limited to body copy, headlines, captions, design inconsistencies, indentation and other formatting issues, etc. Applies knowledge of spelling, grammar, punctuation, AP and SRP style manuals, and other tools to make edits or rewrite the copy to ensure that it is clear, concise and correct. Ensures that graphic elements adhere to SRP standards. Conducts research to ensure that copy is factually correct, including but not limited to financial indicators, job titles, historical data, marketing offers, etc. Identifies flaws in focus structure, organization and tone in copy, and rewrites or makes suitable recommendations for correction.
• Communicates with Corporate Communications Strategists, Marketing Communications Strategists, Graphic Designers, Digital Media Producers and various other internal and external business partners about necessary copy or formatting changes and the reasons for them.
• Acts as a liaison between Communications Services staff and business partners to ensure that edits are accurately completed before production.

Benefits

• Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
• Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
• Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
• Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
• Short and long-term disability plans
• Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
• 10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree