Copy Editor Remote & Hybrid Only Jobs in New York

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
  • New York, NY
  • 7 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 7 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

Editor, Newsletter Expansion (Remote)

  • AP
  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago

Why this role matters: APNews.com is looking for an editor for newsletter expansion to lead the development, launch and optimization of a growing portfolio of newsletters....

Remote

Live Blog Editor (Remote)

  • AP
  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago

This role is an individual contributor and will report to our News Editor (Head of live blogs)....

Remote

Senior Branded Content Editor

  • New York Racing Association Careers
  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago

Guides Typography User Interface Animations Product Design Video editing Familiarity with social-first storytelling and short-form video trends Basic understanding of branding and marketing strategy...

Remote

Page Six Editor (Temporary)

  • New York Post
  • New York City, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • New York City, NY
  • 4 days ago

The New York Post is seeking a knowledgeable Editor (temporary) to join the Page Six digital team....

Hybrid Temporary

Proofreader Publishing

  • Dexian
  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago

Permissions Analyst Location: Remote Duration: 4+ Month Contract Summary: The Permission Analyst (Licensing Operations) plays a critical role in supporting the execution and governance of content...

Remote

Proofreader Marketing Support

  • Creative Financial Staffing
  • White Plains, NY
  • 12 days ago
  • White Plains, NY
  • 12 days ago

guides (AP, Chicago, or similar) Experience proofreading in a business, agency, or publishing setting preferred Ability to balance speed with accuracy and under strict deadlines Bilingual a plus Why...

Remote

Temporary Senior Commerce Editor

  • Hearst Television, Inc.
  • New York, NY
  • 13 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 13 days ago

Hearst Magazines is looking for a Temporary Senior Commerce Editor with a sharp editorial instinct, a passion for fashion and lifestyle trends, and a strong understanding of commerce strategy to help...

Remote Part Time

Digital/Multimedia Editor

  • Highlands Current Inc.
  • Cold Spring, NY
  • 18 days ago
  • Cold Spring, NY
  • 18 days ago

Responsibilities: Work with reporters and other editors to create contentfor digital publishing, such as photos, videos and first-day stories....

Remote

Healthtech Editor

  • Crain Communications
  • New York, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 30+ days ago

Description Modern Healthcare is hiring a Healthtech Editor to lead our coverage of digital health, medtech and AI in the healthcare space....

Hybrid

Senior Branded Content Editor

  • New York Racing Association
  • Ozone Park, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ozone Park, NY
  • 30+ days ago

Guides Typography User Interface Animations Product Design Video editing Familiarity with social-first storytelling and short-form video trends Basic understanding of branding and marketing strategy...

Remote

Social Editor/Writer

  • TEKsystems
  • New York, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 30+ days ago

About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over...

Remote

Audience Engagement Editor

  • Guardian Global
  • New York, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 30+ days ago

They will surface trending story ideas to editors and find new opportunities to grow and engage our US audience....

Hybrid

Commerce Editor, Tech

  • Hearst Television, Inc.
  • New York, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 30+ days ago

Be Part of Whats Next Shape how millions of readers discover and shop the latest in techfrom must-have gadgets to breakthrough launchesthrough smart, engaging, and impactful commerce storytelling....

Hybrid

PT Editor

  • News Corporation
  • New York, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 30+ days ago

The editor is expected to be a line and assignment editor who possesses fine attention to detail, critical thinking skills, and who can also aggressively transform breaking copy on deadline to sing...

Hybrid Part Time

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Salary for Copy Editor Jobs in New York

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

Highest Education Level

Copy Editors in New York 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 New York
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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