Copy Editor, Virginia

This position is responsible for reviewing copy for grammar, punctuation, clarity, style, and flow. Also ensures accuracy, completeness, and adherence to established formats. Works under general supervision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned to meet editorial department objectives.

Reads and copy edits news stories, special reports, commentary, and analysis daily to meet deadlines. Checks for grammar, punctuation, clarity, style, and flow.

Ensures accuracy, completeness, and adherence to established formats. Follows company style manual, among other resources.

Directs style or content questions and issues to editors or supervisor as needed.

Provides guidance to writers, editors, etc., regarding style questions.

Monitors document status in Content Management System.

May work late hours if necessary.

Adheres to established deadlines.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

An excellent understanding of style and grammar, with precise attention to detail

Strong writing skills

Excellent communication skills

Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks while adhering to deadlines

Motivated and well-organized

Computer proficiency in Windows, Office, electronic databases, and web searching preferred

Works well in a team environment

Ability to meet strict daily and weekly deadlines, and adjust to changing priorities

Ability to work long hours on deadline

Demonstrated dependability through punctual attendance

Requirements

BA in English, journalism, or related field that requires strong writing skills, or equivalent in experience

3 to 8 years of editing experience required

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Life and AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Pet Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Trade Publication/News Subscription Reimbursement

Exercise Room

Paid Holidays

Vacation and Sick Leave

Parental Leave

Tax Analysts is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.