Editorial Excellence Specialist

2 weeks ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa The Bridgespan Group Full time

Job Summary

The Bridgespan Group is a nonprofit consulting organization serving ambitious nonprofit leaders, philanthropists, and impact investors in North America, Africa, and Asia. We're seeking a skilled Copy Editor to refine and elevate our editorial efforts.

About the Role

As a Copy Editor, you'll play a critical support role in our publishing efforts, working closely with our editorial, digital, and audience engagement professionals. You'll be responsible for editing content to improve clarity, readability, and concision, while maintaining adherence to style guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

  • Edit web pages, articles, reports, blog posts, email newsletters, and other content to ensure accuracy and quality
  • Proofread copy to fix grammatical, spelling, punctuation, and formatting errors
  • Verify factual correctness of information and ensure proper representation of organizations and individual names
  • Collaborate with diverse personalities as a member of a global team working across borders and multiple time zones

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience working as a copy editor, sub-editor, or proofreader
  • Demonstrated proficiency in applying style guides, such as the Chicago Manual of Style or AP style guide
  • Mastery of spelling, grammar, and punctuation, with the ability to make constructive suggestions
  • Basic knowledge of legal issues involved in publishing, such as libel and plagiarism
  • Ability to work collaboratively with creative teams, including writers, editors, and graphic designers

What We Offer

The Bridgespan Group is a dynamic and inclusive organization committed to social impact and racial equity. We offer a unique opportunity to work with a global team of experts, with a focus on developing a diverse and inclusive culture. If you're passionate about refining content and elevating our editorial efforts, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.


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