Job description
FoolProof Digital seeks experienced freelance content editors to join our virtual team. We need talented editors to ensure our content is high-quality, accurate, and error-free before client publication.
As a freelance editor with FoolProof Digital, you'll work remotely while playing a key role refining and polishing content produced by our network of writers.
Responsibilities:
- Review articles against provided outlines to ensure adherence to client requirements
- Copy edit articles to fix grammar, spelling, punctuation, and awkward phrasing
- Fact check articles and flag any inaccuracies
- Use tools like Grammarly and Copyscape to catch issues technology might miss
- Provide clear, actionable feedback to writers on necessary revisions
- Meet quick turnarounds, spending ~30-60mins per piece on average
- Edit approximately 2,500 words per hour
- Commit to editing ~50,000 words per week
Requirements:
- 2+ years experience copy editing, proofreading, or fact checking
- Extremely strong grasp of grammar, punctuation, and mechanics
- Sharp eye for detail and commitment to delivering error-free work
- Ability to absorb complex topics quickly
- Self-motivated with proven ability to meet tight deadlines
- Available to work 8 hour days Monday-Friday during standard business hours
Compensation:
This is a freelance, remote position paid on an hourly basis. We offer a competitive rate of $15-$18/hour commensurate with experience.
To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter. We look forward to reviewing applications from talented editors!