Copy Editor

Our client, a Consumer Products Company, is seeking a freelance Copy Editor to join the team.

You will be responsible for:

• Proofread all toy and CPG product descriptions before they launch on the site and edit accordingly
• Be the liaison between the copy team and the buying team following up for information and making edits as requested
• Make sure the voice/tone of each description aligns with the item featured
• Very high volume as up to 1,000 new items a month
• Write product descriptions during busy times

Musts:

• BA/BS preferred
• Experienced with writing product copy, both hardlines and softlines ideally familiar with contemporary fashions
• Accurate proof reader and editor
• Detail oriented as the copy needs to be accurate, both grammatically and factually
• Fast, we have a huge workload and speed is imperative
• Self-motivated as there is limited direction and not a micro-managed setting
• Experience working with cross-functional teams: buyers, merchandisers, photographers, marketing, etc. Part of the self-motivation is to learn to ask the right people for information
• Someone who is used to working in a fast-paced environment with a high-volume turnaround

Thanks for checking out this role, if you are interested in the position, apply now!

Disclaimer:

• The client is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.