Freelance Copy Editor and Fact Checker

ConsumerAffairs is looking for freelance copy editors and fact checkers to review data-heavy pieces on topics spanning auto, home, finance, and senior care. As a fact checker, you’ll verify that all facts and claims are accurate and up-to-date. As a line editor, you’ll correct syntax, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

The ideal candidate is data-driven and comfortable digging into complex data sets. You have a high comfort level drafting changes with freelance and in-house writers, and take ownership of factual content that reflects current trends. Success in this role requires extensive research/competitor analysis abilities, knowledge of SEO, and writing skills.

ConsumerAffairs prefers to build long-term relationships with freelancers who can commit to delivering high-quality work consistently. This is a remote role open to U.S.-based candidates

Requirements

Duties:

Research and write original, high-quality fact checks while following strict editorial standards and tight deadlines
Ensure all content is factually accurate and compliant with industry standards
Evaluate writer sources for credibility and relevance
Collaborate with writers and content creators to refine and improve messaging
Proofread documents for errors in spelling, punctuation, and syntax
Provide constructive feedback to writers, maintaining a consistent voice and style
Manage multiple editing projects simultaneously
Turn in clean work that is publish-ready, based on detailed project outlines and content style guidelines

Required Qualifications:

Demonstrated experience as a line editor, proofreader, fact checker, and/or data analyst
Knowledge of data published by major government agencies, such as the Census Bureau, IRS, Department of Labor, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, and Department of Transportation
Track record of identifying trends, outliers, and other insights from complex datasets
Excellent grammar skills, ability to take direction, and an eye for consistency in layout
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines
Research experience in academic editing, publishing, or journal article writing is a plus (links to published studies and/or papers written/reviewed are welcome)
Knowledge of AP style writing is also preferred

ConsumerAffairs will give preference to applicants who can commit at least 20 hours per week to this role. While this is a freelance, part-time position to start, the role has the potential to morph into a full-time position later this year.