Freelance Copy Editor - Remote

Overview

Siege Media is a growing and remote-first content marketing agency! We were nationally recognized on Inc.’s Best Workplaces list and Inc. 5000 list, highlighting the 5000 fastest-growing private companies. Interested in joining the Siege team? We currently have a spot open for a talented Freelance Copy Editor to help us continue to deliver great content for our world-class clients.

In Short

• Prepare, edit, and rewrite comprehensive copy on a variety of topics within specific industry verticals with minimal supervision.
• Read copy to identify and correct errors in spelling, grammar, and syntax.
• Demonstrate the ability to adapt tone and complexity of a piece to speak to the correct audience, as well as align with relevant style guides.
• Fact-check copy to ensure that all dates, names, statistics, and facts are correct.
• Identify ways to improve the structure and flow of content.
• Act as the final stamp of approval on all assigned client copy.
• Demonstrate the ability to implement feedback from clients and teammates.
• Deliver a reliable, solutions-oriented approach to growing the online presence of our clients.

Requirements

• Close attention to detail with a heavy focus on AP style.
• Experience writing and editing for the web, with a focus on digital content including long-form guides, infographics, how-tos, software/tool roundups, comparison posts, trend reports, and other thought leadership content.
• Extensive knowledge of niche topics within the health, legal, finance and/or tech industries.
• Goal-orientated with the ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to form productive working relationships in a remote environment.
• Experience using Google Workspace.
• 2–3 years in an editor role at a digital publication, ideally at reputable news sites or industry blogs or in an agency setting.

Benefits

• Work in a remote-first environment.
• Be part of a recognized and growing company.
• Opportunity to work with world-class clients.
• Inclusive workplace culture.