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smartdept. inc.

Copy Editor

Ada, MI · On-site

This is a fully remote, ongoing as-needed contract opportunity . This client needs a reliable copy editor they can hand content to and trust it comes back clean, accurate, and consistent. Healthcare, ...

Artemis Arc

Copy Editor

Washington, DC · On-site +1

Requisition ID2026-4349Job Summary Artemis is seeking a full-time Copy Editor with demonstrated experience supporting a large-scale federal communications contract. The Copy Editor supports the ...

Mondo

Copy Editor x2-3

Minneapolis, MN · Remote

$50 - $55/hr

Copy Editor Location-Type: Remote Start Date: July 20, 2026 Duration ... Contract through March 2027 Hours : Approximately 2.5 months at 10 hrs/week for back catalog ...

HarperCollins Publishers

Editor

Nashville, TN

... copy-editing to bound book for up to 60+ front-list titles per year. • Evaluates manuscripts for copy-editing needs and for the styling of all design elements, applying proprietary Microsoft Word ...

HarperCollins Publishers

Editor

Nashville, TN · On-site

Responsibilities • Manages the production editorial process from copy-editing to bound book for up to 60+ front-list titles per year. • Evaluates manuscripts for copy-editing needs and for the ...

Crossway

Editor, Academic Books

Wheaton, IL · On-site

$65K - $95K/yr

Book Department Editor Reports to : Vice President of Editorial and Director of Editorial, Book Department General Description of Responsibilities : The academic book editor will serve Crossway ...

Wayne State University

Assistant Editor

Detroit, MI

Assistin editing book manuscripts; identifying and overseeing freelancers, electroniccoding and ... Work activities requireinterfacing with freelancers (copy editors, proofreaders, indexers, etc ...

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As of Jul 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract book copy editor in the United States is $28.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.12 and $31.97 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Book Copy Editor vs Contract Manuscript Editor?

AspectContract Book Copy EditorContract Manuscript Editor
CredentialsEditing certifications, strong language skillsEditing certifications, academic or publishing background
Work EnvironmentPublishing houses, freelance projectsAcademic, publishing, or research institutions
Industry UsageBook publishing, editing for print and digitalAcademic publishing, research editing
Search & Comparison IntentFocus on editing published or upcoming booksFocus on editing scholarly or research manuscripts

The main difference between a Contract Book Copy Editor and a Contract Manuscript Editor lies in their focus and work context. A Contract Book Copy Editor primarily works on editing published or soon-to-be-published books, ensuring clarity, consistency, and correctness. In contrast, a Contract Manuscript Editor often works on academic or research manuscripts, focusing on content accuracy and scholarly standards. Both roles require strong editing credentials and industry experience, but their target projects and environments differ.

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Infographic showing various Contract Book Copy Editor job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,809 per year, or $28.8 per hour.
Copy Editor

Copy Editor

smartdept. inc.

Ada, MI • On-site

Contractor

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

smartdept. is searching for a Copy Editor for a marketing services client. The ideal candidate will come with 2+ years of experience. This is a fully remote, ongoing as-needed contract opportunity.
This client needs a reliable copy editor they can hand content to and trust it comes back clean, accurate, and consistent. Healthcare, medical device, or regulated product experience is a must.
What You'll Do:
  • Review and edit marketing content for grammar, clarity, accuracy, and brand consistency
  • Ensure copy is polished and client-ready across formats including web, collateral, and campaign materials
  • Flag inconsistencies in tone, terminology, and style
  • Turn around assignments quickly with minimal back-and-forth

What You'll Need:
Education/Experience:
  • 2+ years of copy editing experience required
  • Healthcare, medical device, or regulated product industry experience required
  • Experience editing for medical or clinical audiences (patients, providers, or HCPs) required

Skills:
  • Strong command of grammar, AP or Chicago style, and plain-language writing standards
  • Ability to edit technical or clinical content without losing accuracy
  • Detail-oriented, fast, and easy to work with on quick-turnaround projects

Nice-to-Have Skills:
  • Experience with medical device or diagnostic product marketing
  • Familiarity with oncology, surgical, or interventional radiology content
  • Background editing both B2B and patient-facing healthcare materials
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About smartdept.

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smartdept. is a nationwide creative, digital, and marketing talent resource. We provide companies with freelance, contract, direct hire, and contract-to-hire candidates for on-site, remote, and hybrid opportunities. Our ability to service customers of all sizes, while still taking a boutique approach to service, allows us the best chance to cultivate the successful relationships we value. Our detailed matching process lets us really get to know everything about our talent – their short- and long-term goals, strengths and weaknesses, favorite playlist, go-to social media influencer, you name it. So when you present us with your criteria, we can provide the most ideal candidate, not just the most available one.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Chicago, IL, US

Year founded

2001

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