Copy Editor Remote & Hybrid Only Jobs in District of Columbia

A Copy Editor in the publishing industry plays a critical role of ensuring that the content is accurate, free of errors, consistent, and easy to read. They perform tasks such as correcting spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors, checking for inconsistencies in content, and verifying facts. They also ensure that the writing adheres to the publisher's style or editorial policy. A Copy Editor needs excellent attention to detail, high level of proficiency in English, and strong knowledge of grammar rules and style guides. Proficiency in using editing tools, excellent communication skills, and the ability to handle multiple tasks are also essential. Some copy editors may require certification from organizations such as the American Society of Copy Editors.

Before becoming a Copy Editor, an individual may have roles such as a Proofreader, where they check for and correct errors in text and layout; a Content Writer or Journalist, where they produce articles and reports; or an Editorial Assistant, where they support senior editorial staff in all aspects of the publication process. These positions provide a solid foundation in the principles of writing, editing, and publishing, and they often serve as stepping stones to a copy editing career.

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Digital Editor

  • Crain Communications Inc.
  • Washington, DC
  • 6 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 6 hours ago

Responsibilities Help plan daily site and content schedules with editorial leadership Copy edit, proofread, schedule and publish stories on AdAge.com Regularly update and optimize homepage content Ensure...

Hybrid

Video and Motion Graphics Editor

  • Rising Tide Interactive
  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago

Rising Tide Interactive's Video and Motion Graphics Editor is a creative and flexible motion graphics and post-production video editor with at least 4 years of professional experience producing political...

Remote

Videomaker / Editor de Video

  • Jobgether
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

Videomaker / Editor de Vdeo This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Videomaker / Editor de Video in Brazil....

Remote

English to Somali - Translator / Editor - Legal

  • Global Language Strategies LLC
  • Washington, DC
  • 14 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 14 days ago

Translate, edit, and/or transcribe following the government client's style guides and quality standards. 6. Use domain-specific terminology. 7....

Remote

English to Arabic - Judiciary / Legal Translator and Editor

  • Global Language Strategies LLC
  • Washington, DC
  • 14 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 14 days ago

Translate, edit, and/or transcribe following the government client's style guides and quality standards. 5. Use domain-specific terminology. 6....

Remote

Senior Specialist Legal Editor, Practical Law Antitrust

  • Thomson Reuters
  • Washington, DC
  • 15 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 15 days ago

Senior Specialist Legal Editor, Practical Law Antitrust Role Summary: We are seeking an experienced antitrust lawyer to join the Practical Law Antitrust team in the US....

Hybrid

Editor for Celebrating Chemistry

  • American Chemical Society
  • Washington, DC
  • 18 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 18 days ago

The Editor is responsible for overseeing the development, editing, and publication of magazine content....

Hybrid

Writer/Editor

  • LMI
  • Washington, DC
  • 19 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 19 days ago

Experience with fact-checking, citation management, and style guides....

Remote

Editor - National Academy of Engineering

  • The National Academies of Science
  • DC
  • 60+ days ago
  • DC
  • 60+ days ago

Keeps department director, editor-in-chief and clients informed of continuing status of each project....

Remote

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Salary for Copy Editor Jobs in District of Columbia

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHirePublishing research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Copy Editors in District of Columbia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
59.5%
Master's Degree
26.3%
Doctorate Degree
5.6%
Associate's Degree
3.2%
High School or GED
2.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.0%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Copy Editors in District of Columbia
2-4 years
41.3%
Less than 1 year
36.7%
None
11.2%
1-2 years
6.5%
6-8 years
4.3%


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