Freelance Writer/Editor

$35 - $50 an hour - Part-time

Our Federal agency client is seeking a Writer to research, write, and edit documents. This position provides all writing, editing, proofreading, and creative conception for reports, press releases, fact sheets, web site text, public speaking, strategic plans, briefings, and other artifacts, as assigned. This position is responsible for revising text and recommending changes in scope, format, and content to ensure conformance with established standards. To have a screening scheduled with Breck, email your resume and writing/work samples to talent@breckinc.com

REQUIRED

· Currently holds, or is able to obtain, a favorable DHS Fitness Determination or Public Trust equivalent

· US Citizenship

· BS/BA in English, Journalism, Communications, English, or a related field

· Minimum of 7 years of experience providing all writing, editing, proofreading, and creative conception for reports, press releases, fact sheets, web site text, public speaking, strategic plans, briefings, and other artifacts

· Impeccable written and oral communication skills

· Experience managing clients and communications product requirements

· Experience managing the process of approvals and quality assurance in project deliverables

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

· Coordinates work and supervises other editor/writers as required when working on large projects

· Responsible for researching information needed to support projects, gathering resources, and developing content based upon accurate, factual information

· Works with graphic artists and project team members to develop designs and text layouts.

· Oversees product quality.

· Proofreading written materials for typographical, grammatical and format errors; ensuring products are of consistent quality

· Adding “track changes” and “version” history by providing easy access to the version history of the application’s items to identify who made edits and when they were made.

· Conducting fact-checking and proof-reading, when requested.

· Advising on strategies related to editorial style, publication workflow, and related issues.

· Researching and writing fact sheets, articles, and web content

· Developing and distributing newsletters for both internal and external audiences

· Incorporating a range of styles and “voices” suitable to various formats or media.

· Editing for consistency, united, and “one voice”

LOCATION

· Remote but candidate must live in one of the following states: DC, MD, VA, NC, FL, TX, CO, or MO

EDUCATION

· Bachelor’s degree in professional writing, journalism, communications, English, creative writing, or related field

*Disclaimer: A number of factors are considered when matching salary with candidates, i.e. different levels of experience and capabilities, how that balances into the rest of the team, and your specific capabilities and experience. We are always looking to find people we want to work with whether this is the right job or not, so please talk to us openly about your salary requirements. We have a wide budget due to the cross-functional style of our company.

The above statement reflects the general details necessary to describe the principal functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Job Types: Contract, Part-time

Pay: $35.00 - $50.00 per hour