Associate Copy Editor

The job: Food & Wine is looking for an inquisitive, detail-oriented, and thorough associate copy editor to work seamlessly across print and digital content. The right candidate for this position has a sharp eye and is passionate about ensuring all content is clear, logical, accurate, grammatical, and enjoyable to read. The position requires self-motivation, a positive, team-oriented attitude, and a strong willingness to learn and grow. This candidate is also highly organized and works well in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment, maintaining a tactful communication style and even-keeled disposition at all times. This person will work collaboratively with the copy director to maintain the quality, tone, accuracy, and editorial style of Food & Wine content on all platforms.

You will:

Thoroughly copyedit and fact-check print and digital content on a daily basis

Assist the copy director in managing content and organizational needs through the pre-production, production, and post-production process

Work independently to meet short- and long-term deadlines

Work with editors to implement a consistent voice for F&W content on all platforms

Edit and manage extra pieces of content for use in digital projects

You have:

Preferably 3+ years of copyediting and fact-checking experience; experience working across both print and digital platforms a plus

Advanced knowledge of Adobe InCopy and InDesign; knowledge of Airtable and/or Greenhouse a plus

Proficiency in AP style

A keen eye for details, both in the text and in the layout, enabling you to spot everything from an errant comma to an incorrect font to a mislabeled caption

A relentless drive for accuracy and consistency and a desire to grow in your role

An ability to define and maintain a distinctive brand voice and style

A collaborative, creative work style and strong communication skills

An understanding of the Food & Wine brand and a general interest in food-related content

The ability to multitask and perform meticulous work under tight deadlines