Job Description:
Are you an experienced copy editor with at least three years of professional experience? Do you know the difference between AP and Chicago copy editing? Are you looking for part-time freelance work that you can do from anywhere? Do you like reading about cloud-based technology? If so, then this might be the role for you!
We’re looking to strengthen our editorial team by hiring another part-time freelance Copy Editor who is ready to dive into the nitty-gritty edits of our articles. Our articles range from 1,000 words to (occasionally) 5,000 words, averaging around 2,500 words. They focus on cloud-based technology, including backup, storage, project management and VPNs.
The role would offer about 10-15 hours per week, with the potential to expand in the future. Our articles are edited based on AP style, with some adjustments for Cloudwards style. Articles within the editorial flow will require prompt copy editing within 24 hours to make sure articles can be published on time.
Key Responsibilities:
- Copy edit content for clarity, grammar, accuracy and consistency while ensuring adherence to the AP stylebook and the Cloudwards style guidelines.
- Complete copy editing within 24 hours from assignment.
- Provide constructive feedback to content writers to continuously improve the quality of work.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and developments to ensure content relevancy.
Required Skills:
- At least three years of professional copy editing experience, preferably with AP style.
- Must be able to adjust copy editing style to match Cloudwards’ style guides.
- Must be able to work independently but be able to communicate promptly with the editorial team.
- Can work within our project management and communication tools with the editorial team. (We use ClickUp and Zulip.)
- Must be able to work in a timely manner so that editorial articles can be published on schedule.
- Ideally should have an interest in cloud-based technology, like VPNs, cloud storage and project management.
Why Join Cloudwards?
- Consistent and Reliable Pay: We pay all our freelance team members promptly by the first of each month — this means a consistent and reliable paycheck.
- Work Remotely and Set Your Own Schedule: We are a fully remote team with workers all over the world, from California and Mexico to Kenya and Cyprus. As long as you are a fluent English writer and you have a consistent WiFi connection, where you live is up to you.
Plus, great people don’t necessarily do their best work by staring at a monitor for eight hours straight every day. You’ll have the flexibility to design a schedule that allows you to do your best work, as long as you are able to regularly communicate with the team and meet your deadlines. - Join a Fun, Diverse Team: We’re a fun bunch, and we enjoy spending time together. Right now, that happens digitally, but we’ll have in-person meet-ups as soon as the circumstances permit.
We are also a team that fosters inclusion and celebrates diversity. Here, you can be yourself. Cloudwards does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.
Compensation:
The hourly wage for this role is between USD $18-$28, depending on experience and skill.
How to Apply:
If you’re excited to be a part of a high-growth company and take your career to the next level, please send your resume and cover letter detailing your experience and why you’re a perfect fit for this role to [email protected]. Please include “Copy Editor Application” in the subject line.
In your cover letter, please state the following:
– Your desired hourly rate.
– The number of years you’ve been professionally copy editing.
– Which editing style you have the most experience with.
Cloudwards is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.