Copy Editor

Freelance Copy Editor

Remote

Contracted

Mid Level

Location: This is a remote position. US time zone is required.

Who We Are

SweetRush is a consulting, design, and staffing firm specializing in HR-related services that help foster life-centered businesses and organizations. Our work includes designing unique learning experiences using agency-level graphics and leading-edge technology; creating high-performing cultures, leaders, and teams; and helping our clients grow their learning teams with qualified professionals.

We’re committed to hiring talent that’s as creative, innovative, and caring as everyone on our team. This is where you come in…

About the role:

You’ll be a part of a small crew of editors who work on a variety of documents for many well-known national and international companies. We plan our editing schedules on a weekly basis, and hours will vary depending on the incoming workload and your availability. This position requires flexibility and a can-do attitude.

Salary rate: $35 – $45 per hour.

Responsibilities:

• Proofread and edit documents, focusing on consistency, style, grammar, spelling and punctuation, and appropriate “look and feel.”
• Work with a variety of corporate guides to apply the appropriate style and branding for each client.
• Ensure documents align with text, audio, and video best practices.

Required Skills:

• Three or more years of direct copy editing experience
• Deeply proficient with major style guides, as well as abreast of industry changes and best practices

Bonus Skills:

• Experience working in the e-learning industry
• Flexible schedule

If the above describes your interests and experience, please submit a current resume and your salary requirements. We look forward to meeting you!

SweetRush is a remote organization and as such all resources must: be technically savvy, have access to a strong internet signal, be comfortable with virtual/instant messaging and conferencing tools, and be generally available during established working hours.

SweetRush Is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, or belief; national, social, or ethnic origin; sex (including pregnancy); age; physical, mental, or sensory disability; HIV status; sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression; marital, civil union, or domestic partnership status; past or present military service; family medical history or genetic information; family or parental status; or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. SweetRush will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. We encourage applicants of all ages.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Call to Action: Submit Your Resume!

Team chemistry is everything to us, so our ultimate goal is to find the right fit. If the above describes your interests and experience, and you believe this will be a dream job, please submit your resume. We are excited to hear from you!

Please note: We’re all about remote work and have collaborators based all around the world; however, SweetRush is a US-based company, and English is our primary language. If you’d like to be considered for this opportunity, please submit your resume in English.