Des Moines Biz Record seeks a copy editor

Business Publications Corporation (BPC) has an opening for a copy editor to work across all of our publications – both print and digital. The ideal candidate would be a self-managed professional who can juggle multiple projects and deadlines while adhering to AP Style standards. Being a team player with strong communication and relationship-building skills is a must. BPC is a locally-owned and operated publishing company that serves the Central Iowa business and social/cultural communities. We offer a fast-paced, flexible work environment where local journalism and community connections are celebrated. We maintain high quality standards across everything we do and feel that copyediting is an essential part of the equation.

 Job Summary:  

In role as BPC Copy Editor, oversee copy editing, proof-reading, and fact-checking and provide light editorial feedback as needed on Business Record, Magazine, Custom and products, as well as internal and external communications as needed.

Assist with occasional training on copy editing or AP style to team.

Top Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Copy edit, correct and provide feedback for proper grammar, spelling and use of vocabulary in accordance with AP style for all BPC products and internal or external communications as needed.
• Meet or exceed expectations for copy editing workflow including frequency, deadlines, accuracy, and journalistic ethics.
• Uphold values of BPC, developing positive, collaborative, and professional relationships internally and externally.

Strategic Leadership/major responsibilities

• Copy Editing: With support from leadership, responsible for developing copy editing approach for BPC, including process and workflow, time management, and communications with colleagues.
• Copy Editing Process:  Responsible for learning and adhering to proper processes, procedures, and use of appropriate technology for copy editing. Provide feedback or ideas on process improvements for any aspect of copy editing, including proofing, fact-checking, AP or BPC style, and editorial quality. Contribute to innovation around uses of various platforms as relevant
• Responsible for meeting all deadlines for copy editing content; timely and clear communication with leaders and colleagues; adhering to AP style and brand guidelines; ensuring accuracy, quality of reporting and adherence to journalistic ethic.

Relationship Leadership 

• Build relationships internally to achieve common goals.
• Model and encourage cooperation within the organization and with stakeholders by fostering commitment, pride, and trust.
• Assist colleagues with other duties as assigned by leader.
• Work to uphold and support BPC values and norms. Demonstrate collaborative, cooperative attitude. Provide responsive and timely communication to colleagues across BPC
• Other duties as assigned.

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