Content Copy Editor

Description

Content Copy Editor

Job Description

As a Content Copy Editor, you edit pieces produced by the content team for Go Local Interactive and its clients. Your attention to detail and adherence to branding guidelines ensures proper voice and tone. You leverage your knowledge of grammar and writing mechanics to strategically and creatively edit copy that is optimized for search engines, keeping your clients’ goal top of mind. You primarily edit copy for location pages, static pages, and blogs; secondarily implement content into clients’ content management systems; and tertiarily develop content to help with production efforts of the content team. You work well with a team, and you take initiative to meet goals and deadlines.

Job Expectations

• Edit copy for static pages, location pages, and blogs
• Rewrite and proofread existing content created for Go Local Interactive and its clientele for readability, consistency, and English language best practices according to the Go Local Style Guide
• Adhere to branding guidelines, along with required voice and tone
• Manage multiple projects and adapt to changes and revisions
• Leverage digital platforms to implement content
• Write copy for static pages, location pages, and blogs
• Clearly and consistently communicate between internal product teams
• Research and stay up-to-date on industry trends and writing best practices
  
  

Requirements

Job Qualifications

• Must demonstrate a proven track record of the ability to prioritize, organize, and multi-task in a flexible and fast-paced environment to meet strict deadlines
• Must demonstrate strong conceptual and written communication skills with a deep understanding of the English language (spelling, grammar, and vocabulary)
• Must demonstrate a thorough knowledge of AP Style
• Must demonstrate a proven track record of improving personal performance after receiving direction and constructive criticism
• Must demonstrate creative and strategic thinking when solving problems
• Must demonstrate attention to detail while creating and revising projects
• Must demonstrate a basic understanding of content management systems, such as WordPress
• Must demonstrate an understanding of search engine optimization
• Demonstrated proficient skills in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  
  

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in English, Mass Communications, Journalism or another related field preferred
• 1+ years of related work experience
  
  

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  
  

Travel

• None
  
  

Schedule

• Full-time; 8:00-5:00, Monday through Friday
  
  

Benefits

• Two (2) medical plan options with BlueCross BlueShield of Kansas City including company contribution.
• Dental, vision, basic/supplemental life insurance, short/long term disability, critical illness, and accident insurance.
• 401(k) retirement Safe Harbor plan available including company contribution.
• Fifteen (15) Paid Time Off (PTO) days your first year.
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays observed annually.
  
  

Perks

• Casual dress code.
• Snacks, coffee and vending available.
• 8 hours paid volunteer time off.
• Company events and incentives with an unmatched company culture!
  
  

Go Local Interactive is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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