About this role
The Sr. Editor will review concepts, manuscripts, layouts/mechanicals, disk releases, and bluelines. Tasks include proofreading, word for word reads, initial edits, fact checks, correction checks/line slugs, cold reads, and double reads depending on what stage the job is at and according to the Agency Job Flow Process.
Primary Job Responsibilities:
Edit copy according to Agency and Client style and make certain all jobs contain all appropriate information required by Clients and the FDA (e.g., copyright lines, logos and generic names, fair balance, job code numbers, please see lines, etc)
Edit all manuscripts for grammar, punctuation, spelling, AMA style, Client Style, etc.
Edit all layouts for agreement with latest manuscript or with approved copy from Client
Fact check all references cited in manuscripts layouts for accuracy of citation and for faithfulness to statements or data drawn from references using annotations/references supplied by the Copywriter
Clear all significant recommended changes in wording with Copywriter or Copy Supervisor for each job
Ensure each job is reviewed at each stage according to Agency Job Flow Procedures
Keep Copywriters, Project Coordinators, Art Directors, and Account Services team members informed of any significant editorial issues on any job
Assist team in keeping track of Client product style requirements by maintaining a style sheet that can be used by the rest of the Editorial Department
Attend assigned product status and start up meetings when requested
Additional responsibilities:
Demonstrate ability to set priorities while handling multiple projects
Project professional, positive attitude toward all Agency members and Clients
Remain calm in high pressure situations
Strive to develop in-depth knowledge of assigned product brands
Uphold Agency quality standards in servicing the Client
Assist other members of department as needed when workload allows
Maintain accurate time sheets
Perform other job-related tasks as assigned by the Editorial Manager
Develop knowledge of Client’s process/procedures for all submissions
Qualifications
College degree preferred
3-4 years of proofreading experience
Superior proofreading skills
An excellent grasp of grammar
Positive/helpful attitude
Ability to follow instructions
Working knowledge of MS Word
The range below represents the low and high end of the base salary someone in this role may earn as an employee of an Omnicom Health Group company in the United States. Salaries will vary based on various factors including but not limited to professional and academic experience, training, associated responsibilities, and other business and organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of our total compensation package for employees. Salary decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each hire.
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