Copyeditor/Writer

Rockville, MD

Part Time

Mid Level

Classification: Non-exempt, part-time

Location: Mostly telecommute with occasional meetings in Rockville or Washington DC

Job Description: We are looking for mid-level copyeditors to support a variety of government-agency based full-time positions. Position requirements will vary from position to position and may require subject matter expertise on topics such as public health, international development, environmental science, technology, security, finance, and other.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Provide copyediting/proofreading services for publications
Ensure that all print deliverables comply with copyright, trademark laws and regulations
Devise and establish editorial style sheets and/or templates for use when copyediting/proofreading a variety of print/digital publications
Provide editorial services to develop and produce a variety of print, digital and photographic products

Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, or a related field
At least (10) years professional editorial/copy editing experience
Possess a keen eye for detail and exceptional proofreading skills
Experience in reviewing reports and miscellaneous multi-page publications
Experience in reviewing financial and agency annual report
Superior oral and written communication skills and thorough knowledge of grammar and syntax
Outstanding organizational skills
Excellent writing skills, ability to analyze, synthesize and condense text
Ability to handle tight deadlines and conflicting schedules
Ability to work independently, multitask and shift priorities
Excellent computer skills, including MS Word; experience with editing electronic manuscripts
Ability to edit PDF files using Adobe Acrobat
Familiarity with Chicago and AP Style manual
Knowledge of writing, editing and style guidelines of the Government Publishing Office
Knowledge of Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act
Ability to assemble editorial style guide that adheres to GPO style and commercial best practices

*Positions are open until filled. No RECRUITMENT AGENCIES candidates should apply. Positions are not for FREELANCE consultants but employees and will be based at various government agency offices in DC, MD and VA. Positions will require staff to pass a suitability investigation (background check).

A federal suitability investigation is required.

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