Content Editor-Edinburgh Edinburgh, Scotland
Job description
Accelerate Agency is searching for a highly-skilled and detail-oriented Copy Editor to join our growing team. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated editor to proofread, check, and edit a wide range of written content.
We compensate editors at a rate of £120 per day, depending on experience.
About us
Specialising in SaaS SEO fueled by a combination of human expertise, data analysis, and automation.
Our skills lie in the strategic use of content, SEO, large-scale outreach and link building to get our clients organic results that match paid performance channels.
We're about finding the leanest, most efficient and effective routes to get there. Forget the old agency adage of 'pulling a late one' - we're all about working smarter, not harder while respecting our colleagues' work life balance.
About you
Have an exceptional grasp of written English, and be able to write flawless, informative copy.
Possess top-end spelling and grammar abilities, and know how best to apply these in a proofreading and copy-editing context.
Excel in a remote working environment and be able to communicate clearly and accurately within a diverse team.
Understand the SEO requirements of online content, and be able to apply that understanding to copy editing material.
Responsibilities of the role include:
Proofreading and editing varied content written by our extensive team of writers. Always ensuring the highest standards of writing and language.
Checking all content against the requirements of given briefs, instructions of our clients, and specific guidelines for each piece of content.
Taking responsibility to improve content where required or feeding back succinctly to writers to explain where they must make amendments.
Researching and understanding varied topics in order to be able to check the veracity of written content covering a variety of subjects.
Working in a fast-paced virtual environment, and combining well with our existing team
How to Apply:
Submit your CV alongside your application and if you are a match for this role, we will contact you via email to schedule a short assessment.
This assessment is a short 600-piece editing task, with the same-piece having been edited by all candidates across the board.
If your experience aligns with what we're looking for, the next stage of the interviewing process will consist of a quick induction call and a short half-day trial.
During the actual virtual interview, we require all interviewees to be in front of their PC, laptop, or mobile device, and with their cameras on.
Please note: we will not publish or use this test article in any way but as we receive a high volume of applicants, we are unfortunately unable to provide personalised feedback.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all different backgrounds. In order for us to be able to give you the best interview experience possible, please let us know in advance if you require any reasonable adjustments to the application or interview process and we will gladly see how we can accommodate them.
