(Senior) Editor

The American Enterprise Institute (AEI) seeks a full-time, in-person editor or senior editor in the Editing Services department. The anticipated start date for this position is as soon as possible.

AEI’s Editing Services department works with scholars, authors, and staff to help communicate ideas with maximum clarity and impact. The department is responsible for editing and coordinating the production of books, reports, and other projects for all research departments. In addition, the department edits shorter materials, including website copy, newsletters, event materials, scholar biographies, and press releases. This person will edit materials of varying lengths, styles, and subjects, ranging from short, informal promotional materials to extensive, academic books. This person will also work closely with the director of Editing Services to manage departmental priorities, maintain the AEI style guide, and help with AEI Press management and book promotion.

This position requires exceptional editing and writing skills, including mastery of English grammar, familiarity with the Chicago Manual of Style, excellent attention to detail, and strong organizational and communication skills. Five to 10 years of professional editing experience is required, and an interest in and familiarity with public policy is strongly preferred.

Qualified applicants should submit an online application to www.aei.org/jobs , complete with a resume, a cover letter, and unofficial transcripts.

Responsibilities

Edit, copyedit, and proofread research reports and AEI Press books covering a variety of public policy areas—including economics, education, foreign and defense policy, health care, poverty studies, public opinion, technology policy, and constitutional issues—to ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency with AEI style and the Chicago Manual of Style.
Manage the publication process for books and reports, from initial edits through publication, and coordinate with internal stakeholders as needed.
Work directly with authors, scholars, research assistants, designers, and other team members to ensure the quality of projects and meet deadlines.
Edit graphics and tables and work with designers to make sure visuals are clear and accurate.
Edit promotional and other public-facing materials—including event materials, newsletters, website copy, scholar biographies, infographics, and blog posts—to ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency with AEI style.
Manage competing deadlines, balancing urgent requests with long-term projects.
Work closely with the director of Editing Services to coordinate departmental priorities and workflow and offer suggestions on how to improve the department’s performance and efficiency.
Review other editors’ work and provide feedback and training as needed.
Assist in maintaining the AEI style guide.
Perform administrative tasks to support the operations of the Editing Services department and AEI Press.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions At AEI

The employee is regularly expected to stand, sit, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, and keyboard. This job requires close vision abilities due to computer work.
The employee must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at times.
The employee must be able to work in a confined area.
Moderate noise (e.g., from computers, phone, printers, and light traffic) is expected.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities associated with this position.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications :
Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, or a related field and at least five to 10 years of professional editing experience
Exceptional editing and writing skills, including mastery of English grammar
Excellent attention to detail
Familiarity with the Chicago Manual of Style
Familiarity with Microsoft Office, especially Word
Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with authors
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Desirable Qualifications :
Interest in or experience with public policy
Familiarity with WordPress, InDesign, and Salesforce
Familiarity with the Associated Press Stylebook and Bluebook