Copy Editor

Key Responsibilities:

• Copy edit and proofread articles for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, clarity, readability, and overall editorial quality.
• Apply AP Style and Newsweek house style consistently using editorial judgment.
• Fact-check and verify editorial details including names, titles, dates, locations, and figures.

Freelancer Management:

• Assign stories and editorial projects to freelance writers based on expertise and availability.
• Manage multiple assignments and deadlines, tracking stories from submission to publication.
• Communicate revisions and editorial feedback clearly and professionally to contributors.

CMS and Collaboration:

• Manage stories within the Newsweek CMS, including editing, formatting, and preparing content for publication.
• Collaborate with editors, reporters, and freelancers to resolve issues and improve workflows.
• Ensure content moves efficiently from assignment to publication.