12 Editorial Projects jobs in the United States

Location: Hybrid in Malvern, PA (Onsite Tues, Weds, Thurs) OR RemoteSchedule: Full-time (37.5 hours/week, regular business hours 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM)Duration: 6 months (with possibility for extensions)Compensation Range: $30 - $34/hr W2Are you a meticulous Copy Editor ready to make a significant impact on internal communications? We are seeking a skilled editor to review and refine impactful HR communications that boost crew understanding of HR policies, programs, and development needs.In this role, you will be responsible for:Reviewing, copy-editing, and refining a wide array of crew-facing content, including internal courseware, print materials, video scripts, articles, and surveys, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and adherence to established communication standards.Applying brand standards consistently across all HR communications.Collaborating with Writers, Graphic Designers, and Webmasters to ensure content has a consistent voice, style, and impactful delivery.Partnering with the internal University team to edit materials for learning and development programs (e.g., instructor's notes, course guides).Managing editorial requests efficiently using a case management system.Contributing to the annual HR communications calendar and assisting with the editing of HR policy documentation.The ideal candidate will have an undergraduate degree (preferably in English, Journalism, or Communications) or equivalent experience, plus a minimum of two years of relevant work experience. Familiarity with HR policies and programs is a plus. Strong project management, attention to detail, and collaboration skills are essential.Responsibilities:Edit and proofread marketing communications, ensuring content is free of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and style errors.Ensure all content adheres to brand style guidelines and maintains a high standard of accuracy and consistency.Enhance the clarity and conciseness of written content.Manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.Collaborate with subject matter experts, responding to edits and feedback with flexibility while maintaining quality.Participate in special projects and take on other duties as assigned.Qualifications:Minimum 3 years related work experience producing complex or high profile written communication in compliance with legal, regulatory, and corporate standards.Experience contributing and overseeing content creation from the planning or draft stage to completion.Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.JOBID: #LI-CELLA#LI-HH1#PLEqual Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Cella, a randstad digital company, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Cella by randstad digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.PandoLogic. Category:Media, Keywords:Copy Editor, Location:Malvern, PA-19355

Job Description
The ideal candidate will have 0-1+ years of experience in copy editing, proofreading, quality assurance, journalism or copywriting, preferably in marketing communications or direct marketing. The selected candidate will be responsible for maintaining excellence in all areas of proofreading and copy editing, along with miscellaneous tasks in support of on-demand marketing communications campaign management.
High attention to detail, time management, and prioritizing daily work are critical to success in the role. The applicant should have a passion for hunting typos while demonstrating topnotch editing and command of the English language, especially the written form, as well as sound judgment and an enthusiasm for automotive marketing communications. The position requires accuracy under the pressure of extremely tight deadlines, with a strong work ethic toward getting tasks completed, even with competing priorities. Must have excellent computer skills. Duties & Responsibilities - Edit and proofread copy to ensure there are no grammatical, syntax, formatting, or style errors - Perform a thorough and precise review process, followed by a detailed comparison of all final copy to back-up documents in order to reduce in-market errors - Check accuracy of all brands, products, logos, legal disclaimers, trademarks and copyrights
- Verify all phone numbers and URLs are accurate and functioning
- Work with cross-functional teams to achieve 100% accuracy on all marketing collateral - Maintain a library of current brand standards for multiple brands
- Maintain quality control procedure documentation and make recommendations to improve, as necessary - Strong communication and administration skills are essential - The ideal candidate will be a self-starter and will require no direct supervision
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: and Requirements
Preferred Qualifications - Knowledge of AP Style, Chicago Manual of Style and proofreaders' marks
- Attention to detail
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills - Ability to work effectively in a remote location - Salesforce and Adobe experience is a plus

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.
Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.
As a member of the CNBC.com copy desk, the copy editor is the last line of defense to ensure that our articles are of the highest quality possible. Whether it's a long feature or a short breaking news bulletin, we will look to the copy editor to make sure our news coverage is free of errors and typos and has proper context, balance, consistency and clarity. The copy editor plays an essential part in producing compelling coverage that helps to expand our growing readership.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
+ Editing articles quickly and thoroughly, sometimes after they are published
+ Engaging in productive dialogue with reporters, editors and managers as needed
+ Making sure CNBC.com's coverage meets the highest standards
What we'll offer:
+ Sweat it out -- Free onsite fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment and group classes
+ Eat up -- Gourmet cafeteria with daily specials, plus soup and salad bars
+ Extras -- Dry cleaning
Don't have a car? No problem! We offer free shuttle transportation to and from multiple locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Hoboken and Jersey City. We're a global company that values our employee's individual experiences and wellbeing.
We know that we're smarter, more dynamic and better together. That's why we offer benefits and perks to meet your unique needs. Read more about them on our careers site here. ( We invite you to seek the excitement, challenges and opportunities that make working at CNBC so rewarding.
Additional Requirements:
+ Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be considered
+ Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
+ Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally 3 days out of the Englewood Cliffs, NJ office.
The successful candidate must have:
+ A strong knowledge of AP style and business news
+ Excellent news judgment
+ Excellent copy editing skills
+ Strong news judgment
+ A solid knowledge of AP style and business news
Preferred qualifications:
+ A bachelor's degree or relevant work experience
+ At least five years of experience in daily journalism as a copy editor
**This position is for an 11 a.m.-7 p.m. ET shift, Monday through Friday**
The position requires enthusiasm, patience and positive communication skills. The successful candidate must be able to quickly edit complicated articles to ensure they are accessible not only to financial insiders but also to a broad readership. The candidate must be able to work collaboratively with a staff of writers and editors, ranging from industry veterans to early career employees.
This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $93,000-$110,000
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to
Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.

Location: Hybrid in Malvern, PA (Onsite Tues, Weds, Thurs) OR RemoteSchedule: Full-time (37.5 hours/week, regular business hours 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM)Duration: 6 months (with possibility for extensions)Compensation Range: $30 - $34/hr W2Are you a meticulous Copy Editor ready to make a significant impact on internal communications? We are seeking a skilled editor to review and refine impactful HR communications that boost crew understanding of HR policies, programs, and development needs.In this role, you will be responsible for:
Reviewing, copy-editing, and refining a wide array of crew-facing content, including internal courseware, print materials, video scripts, articles, and surveys, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and adherence to established communication standards.
Applying brand standards consistently across all HR communications.
Collaborating with Writers, Graphic Designers, and Webmasters to ensure content has a consistent voice, style, and impactful delivery.
Partnering with the internal University team to edit materials for learning and development programs (e.g., instructor's notes, course guides).
Managing editorial requests efficiently using a case management system.
Contributing to the annual HR communications calendar and assisting with the editing of HR policy documentation.
The ideal candidate will have an undergraduate degree (preferably in English, Journalism, or Communications) or equivalent experience, plus a minimum of two years of relevant work experience. Familiarity with HR policies and programs is a plus. Strong project management, attention to detail, and collaboration skills are essential.
Responsibilities:
Edit and proofread marketing communications, ensuring content is free of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and style errors.
Ensure all content adheres to brand style guidelines and maintains a high standard of accuracy and consistency.
Enhance the clarity and conciseness of written content.
Manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Collaborate with subject matter experts, responding to edits and feedback with flexibility while maintaining quality.
Participate in special projects and take on other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Minimum 3 years related work experience producing complex or high profile written communication in compliance with legal, regulatory, and corporate standards.
Experience contributing and overseeing content creation from the planning or draft stage to completion.
Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.
JOBID: #LI-CELLA#LI-HH1#PLEqual Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Cella, a randstad digital company, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Cella by randstad digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

Freelance Copy Editor, Businessweek
Location
New York
Business Area
News and Media
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**Description & Requirements**
Smarter, Faster, and as always - first. That's our philosophy. Bloomberg Media empowers global business leaders with breaking news, expert opinion and proprietary data distributed on every platform, across every time zone. Like our products and solutions, our teams are agile, dynamic, and innovative. We work hard, and we work fast-while keeping up the quality and accuracy for which we're known. It's what keeps us inventing and reinventing all the time. Our culture is wide open, just like our spaces. We challenge each other. And through our countless volunteer projects, we help bring out the best in our communities as around us. You can do amazing work here, work you couldn't do anywhere else. It's up to you to make it happen.
Bloomberg Businessweek magazine is looking for a freelance copy editor to join Bloomberg's New York office. This is a full-time contract role - 40 hours a week, across five days - supporting both our web and print editions.
As part of our copy desk, you'll ensure every story is sharp, accurate, and engaging. You'll edit for grammar, clarity, consistency and style, while maintaining the distinctive Businessweek voice. You'll also proof and fact-check. Besides versatility, collaboration is key: You'll work closely in a fast-paced, global newsroom with fellow copy editors as well as editors, art directors, and web producers to meet daily, weekly and monthly deadlines. The role will begin fully in-person. Once training is complete, there will be flexibility to work fewer days on-site.
You'll need to have:
At least five years of newsroom copy editing experience
Strong line editing, copy editing and proofreading skills
Comfort juggling multiple stories under tight deadlines
Familiarity with business and economics journalism
A deep commitment to accuracy and clarity
Proficiency in Google Docs and CMS (WordPress)
Experience with Adobe InCopy and the K4 publishing system a plus
If this sounds like a job for you:
Apply if you think we're a good match. We'll get in touch to let you know what the next steps are. In the meantime, feel free to have a look at: is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, national or ethnic origin, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, sexual and other reproductive health decisions, parental or caring status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy or birthing parent/parental leave, protected veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Bloomberg provides reasonable adjustment/accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable adjustment/accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable adjustment/accommodation include but are not limited to making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. If you would prefer to discuss this confidentially, please email (Americas), (Europe, the Middle East and Africa), or (Asia-Pacific), based on the region you are submitting an application for.
Salary Range = 45 - 50 USD Hourly
The referenced salary range is based on the Company's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level.
We offer one of the most comprehensive and generous benefits plans available and offer a range of total rewards that may include merit increases, incentive compensation (exempt roles only), paid holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, life insurance, and various wellness programs, among others. The Company does not provide benefits directly to contingent workers/contractors and interns.
Bloomberg is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, national or ethnic origin, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, sexual and other reproductive health decisions, parental or caring status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy or parental leave, protected veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Bloomberg is a disability inclusive employer. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to be made for the recruitment process. If you would prefer to discuss this confidentially, please email

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.
Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.
As a member of the MSNBC Digital copy desk, the Coordinating Copy Editor is the last line of defense to ensure that our articles, columns, blogs and live blogs are of the highest quality possible. Whether it's a long feature or a short breaking news blog, we will look to the copy editor to make sure our coverage is free of errors and typos and has context and clarity. The copy editor plays an essential part in producing compelling coverage that helps to expand our growing readership. You will have excellent news judgment, and an understanding of the MSNBC brand, standards, its shows and its on-air hosts.
Position is based in New York City.
This position is represented by the Writers Guild of America East.
Responsibilities:
+ Lead MSNBC's copy team as head copy editor, coordinating team shifts and schedules, liaising with other editorial leads and maintaining team trainings, professional development and editorial standards
+ Edit quickly and thoroughly, sometimes after pieces are published
+ Engage in productive dialogue with reporters, editors and managers as needed
+ Make sure MSNBC.com's coverage meets the highest standards
Qualifications:
+ A bachelor's degree or relevant work experience
+ At least 7 years of experience in daily journalism as a copy editor
+ A strong knowledge of AP style
+ Must have the desire to work in a creative, demanding, competitive environment
+ Experience working with politics and/or opinion journalism strongly preferred
The position requires enthusiasm, patience and positive communication skills. A successful candidate must be able to quickly edit articles in fast-breaking situations, and understand the difference in style and tone between an opinion column, a news or enterprise feature and a live blog. Editors need to be able to work collaboratively with a staff of writers and editors, ranging from industry veterans to early career employees.
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This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.
Salary range: $115,000 - $150,000
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to
Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.

Andscape, a content studio that explores the depth of Black identity through its power in sports and culture, is seeking a Multiplatform Editor for its copy desk. This role will have multiple responsibilities central to the operation of Andscape's daily news report, including the presentation of our homepage, improving our SEO, and copy editing for different platforms.
This role requires a journalist with strong news judgment, excellent headline-writing abilities and a keen sense of audience, SEO, and design. The ideal candidate would have a command of style and grammar and understand how to write headlines for different platforms, including alerts, which the editor would help identify, write, and send. The editor will work directly in our CMS updating headlines, meta descriptions, internal linking and more to optimize articles for search and recirculation. They will also plan to optimize upcoming and anticipated news coverage and work with evergreen content.
A collaborative spirit is essential as the successful candidate will work with assignment editors, project managers, newsroom leadership, the social media and video teams and writers. The ideal candidate is an organized communicator who can work quickly with little oversight.
We are looking for someone who will work under the direction of our leader of Digital Publishing and be responsible for teaming with our editorial leadership on the smooth flow of copy from our talented group of content creators. Hitting deadlines is critical - and the successful candidate will play a key role in making sure content is published on time.
Andscape's newsroom reports on a range of topics from professional and college sports to fashion, music, and movies. Our content revolves around the intersection of sports culture and Black identity.
**About Andscape:**
Andscape is a Black-led content studio that explores the depth of our identity through its power in sports and culture. Magnified by the power and reach of The Walt Disney Co., The Andscape umbrella includes an editorial division and film and television studio. Founded in 2022, Andscape is a reimagination, expansion and diversification of The Undefeated's former platform.
**Responsibilities:**
+ The Multiplatform Editor will typically edit multiple text stories a day, including news articles, columns and essays, and feature pieces
+ Checking for accuracy, proper grammar, search optimization, appropriateness, and style
+ Attending regular meetings with editorial leaders to plan coverage and a publishing schedule for the website and social-media postings
+ Checking and improving SEO on individual stories
+ Updating our homepage to reflect our newest and most relevant content
+ Keep abreast of changes in search results pages, and Google and SEO more broadly, that both impact our existing audience and present new opportunities for growth
+ Fact-checking stories for accuracy
+ Edit text and scripts for social and video projects
+ Moving stories efficiently through levels of editing
+ Review final drafts before publishing
+ Occasional work on weekends and evenings
**Qualifications:**
The ideal candidate for this position is collaborative and proactive with:
+ A minimum of 3 years of paid copy-editing experience in digital publishing
+ Experience editing for social media audiences
+ Flexibility to work with editors and reporters on the East and West coasts
+ A willingness to work nights and weekends on occasion
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Comfort editing both long-form editorial and shorter social media copy
+ Some experience in a work management platform like Smartsheet, which is what we use
+ Candidates should be well-versed in analytics tools, including but not limited to Chartbeat, Google Analytics, Google Search Console, Taboola, CrowdTangle and Datamine
**Requirements:**
+ Cover letter
+ Comfort and familiarity with Black culture
**Required Education:**
+ High school diploma
**Preferred Education:**
+ Bachelor's Degree in a related field
#ESPNmedia
The hiring range for this position in Los Angeles, CA and New York, NY is $85,800 to $115,000 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
**Job ID:**
**Location:** New York,New York
**Job Posting Company:** ESPN
ESPN Productions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

University Overview
The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.
Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.
The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.
Posted Job Title
Editorial Assistant, Acquisitions
Job Profile Title
Editorial Assistant
Job Description Summary
Provides comprehensive editorial and administrative support for acquiring editors, who seek out scholarly and semi-popular books for publication by the Press. Reports to the Editor-in-Chief. Also provides comprehensive editorial, production, distribution, business and administrative support for the Division.
Job Description
Job Responsibilities
To learn and then implement the following skills related to supporting editors in selecting and vetting new projects:
+ Assisting the editors in seeking peer reviewers; managing the processes of sending manuscript to peer reviewers and overseeing timely completion.
+ Assisting with the creation and distribution of memos to the weekly in-house Editorial Review Committee (ERC).
+ Calendaring and organizing monthly Faculty Editorial Board (FEB) meetings.
+ Assisting with the creation and distribution of memos to the monthly Faculty Editorial Board.
To learn and then implement the following skills related to acquisitions contracts and acquisitions-related vendors:
+ Creation, circulation, execution, and archiving of book contracts.
+ With the editors, co-managing accurate and timely creation of title metadata for books placed under contract.
+ Associated clerical tasks such as filing, handling honorarium invoices, etc.
To learn and then implement the following skills related to transmitting manuscripts to Editing, Design, and Production:
+ Assisting editors in tracking deadlines for manuscript submissions.
+ Reviewing transmittal materials (including but not limited to text files, illustration files, manuscript submission forms, permissions documentation, and other necessary materials) to assure their readiness for production work.
+ Liaising with editors and author to assure timely correction/rectification of problems with transmittal materials and metadata.
+ Transmitting files to production and attending transmittal meetings.
To learn and then implement the following skills related to interns and student help:
+ Recruiting, training, and supervising departmental work-study students and interns.
To learn and then implement the following skills related to marketing support:
+ Assist marketing staff in creating copy, including endorsements, and other marketing metadata.
+ Occasional travel to support acquisitions and marketing work at scholarly conferences.
+ Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications
+ High School degree (or GED equivalent) and one to two years of experience related to publishing, bookselling, or higher education, or equivalent combination of education and experience, are required. Bachelor's degree preferred.
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
+ Experience in both Macintosh and PC environments with knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and Microsoft Excel is required.
+ Knowledge of Biblio and/or other book title management systems preferred.
+ Must be able to communicate clearly, concisely, correctly, and tactfully with authors, editors, and colleagues
+ An understanding of the value of diversity and the importance of inclusion as demonstrated through a commitment to apply and incorporate the differences, complexities, and opportunities that diversity brings to an organization.
Application Requirement
+ A Cover Letter and Resume/CV are required to be considered for this position. Please upload your Cover Letter where it asks you to upload your Resume/CV ; multiple documents are allowed.
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Department / School
University Library
Pay Range
$16.83 - $19.75 Hourly Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics) , citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law .
Special Requirements Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
University Benefits
+ Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts : Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
+ Tuition : Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits . You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
+ Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
+ Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family-whatever your personal needs may be.
+ Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, you won't have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
+ Wellness and Work-life Resources : Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
+ Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
+ University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on at Penn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you're right in the middle of the excitement-and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
+ Discounts and Special Services : From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
+ Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
+ Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
+ Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.

To learn more, please visit: University of Pennsylvania's special character is reflected in the wide variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of the Penn community. We seek talented faculty and staff who will constitute a vibrant community and help create an educational and working environment that best supports the University's commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and scholarship. The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.