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Contract Copy Editor and Fact-Checker

Remote:

Full Remote

Contract:

Fixed term

Salary:

48 - 48K yearly

Experience:

Mid-level (2-5 years)

Work from:

United States

Offer summary

Qualifications:

2 to 3 years of copy editing experience, Proficiency in AP Style, Knowledge of Google Workspace, Detail-oriented and problem-solving skills.

Key responsabilities:

Fact-check and copyedit print stories
Conduct independent research and confirm facts

Dotdash Meredith India SME https://www.dotdashmeredith.com/

201 - 500 Employees

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Job description

This assignment posting is for an Agency Worker opportunity with Dotdash Meredith. The Agency Worker is paid by a staffing agency employer. Agency Workers will receive a W2 from the staffing agency reporting their earnings for tax purposes.

Contract Copy Editor and Fact-Checker

The Food & Wine team is looking for a curious, thorough, and detail-oriented copy editor and fact-checker to review print content prior to publication. The right candidate has a sharp eye and experience ensuring content is clear, logical, accurate, and grammatically correct.

Assignment Details:

25 hours per month

Start date: 2/1/2025

End date: 6 months with potential to extend

Hourly Rate: $25

Location: Remote - US

Assignment Responsibilities:

Thoroughly fact-check and copyedit print stories
Leverage backup material from writers and conduct independent research to confirm facts
Communicate with editors, writers, and sources as needed to resolve queries

Skills/Experience:

2 to 3 years of copy editing and fact-checking experience
Strong research and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in AP Style and experience applying a house style guide
Knowledge of Google Workspace
A keen eye for detail
A relentless drive for accuracy
A collaborative, creative work style and excellent communication skills

Dotdash Meredith is America’s largest digital and print publisher. Our 40+ iconic and fast-growing brands harness the best intent-driven content, the fastest sites, and the fewest ads to help nearly 200 million people every month, including 95 percent of US women, make decisions, take action, and find inspiration. Dotdash Meredith brands include PEOPLE, Better Homes & Gardens, Verywell, FOOD & WINE, The Spruce, Allrecipes, Byrdie, REAL SIMPLE, Investopedia, Southern Living and more.

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