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VIZ Media

Copy Editor

San Francisco, CA

$72K - $78K/yr

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Denver, CO · Remote

$20/hr

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Lansing, MI · Remote

$20/hr

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Wyoming, OH · Remote

$20/hr

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Raleigh, NC · Remote

$20/hr

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Oklahoma City, OK · Remote

$20/hr

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El Paso, TX · Remote

$20/hr

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Wausau, WI · Remote

$20/hr

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Virginia, MN · Remote

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GrapevineAI

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New York, NY · On-site +1

Contract Copy Editor (Remote - US Based) Join GrapevineAI and help shape the next generation of content creation. We partner with fast-growing DTC brands to deliver creator content reaching millions ...

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New York, NY · Remote

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DataAnnotation

Copy Editor

Kansas City, MO · Remote

$20/hr

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Sioux Falls, SD · Remote

$20/hr

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Indiana, PA · Remote

$20/hr

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Montgomery, AL · Remote

$20/hr

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Artemis Arc

Copy Editor

Washington, DC · On-site +1

2026-4349 Artemis is seeking a full-time Copy Editor with demonstrated experience supporting a large-scale federal communications contract. The Copy Editor supports the government client by ...

Artemis Arc

Copy Editor

Washington, DC · On-site

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Copy Editor

Saint Paul, MN · Remote

$20/hr

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Copy Editor

Washington, DC · On-site +1

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Copy Editor

Topeka, KS · Remote

$20/hr

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As of May 29, 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.

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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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Copy Editor

Copy Editor

VIZ Media

San Francisco, CA

$72K - $78K/yr

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Posted 2 days ago

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Job Summary

VIZ Media, the world leader in English-language versions of manga and anime, is looking for a Copy Editor to join our Editorial team. The Copy Editor is responsible for editing copy that appears in VIZ Media's print and digital publications-including chapters, graphic novels, trade books, novels, catalogs, and promotional materials-for errors of grammar, spelling, punctuation, clarity, accuracy, and completeness. The Copy Editor implements the guidelines for the overall quality and style standards of VIZ Publishing products.

What you'll do:

  • Copyedit lettered pages of graphic novels, simultaneous serializations, manuscripts, and any other assigned text for accuracy and clarity
  • Proofread mechanicals and layouts of covers and miscellaneous text for graphic novels and other books
  • Proofread bluelines of interior pages and miscellaneous text for graphic novels and other books
  • Check for consistency and integrity of layout elements, including art, logos, ISBNs, and prices
  • Enforce and update in-house style guides, consulting the Chicago Manual of Style
  • Make recommendations to editors and designers to arrive at the best solutions for narrative flow and legibility
  • Autonomously manage workflow and set project priorities, meeting departmental production schedule deadlines while accommodating ad hoc rush projects
  • Work with Copy Chief to identify and address any issues affecting the copyediting and proofreading stages of the Publishing production process
  • Process books for reprinting, coordinating with Production and Publishing Operations staff

The ideal candidate has:

  • 3+ years of copyediting experience, preferably in a publishing environment
  • Excellent English language skills, including knowledge of grammar and style
  • Profession experience with standard style guides such as Chicago Manual of Style
  • Experience creating style sheets
  • Ability to improve copy and maintain continuity in assigned projects
  • Ability to make both business-oriented and creative judgments
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Effective time management
  • Bachelor's Degree in English, Journalism, Creative Writing, Comparative Literature, Communications, or related fields from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience

Additional preferred skills/knowledge:

  • Knowledge of book publishing, comics, manga, or anime
  • Experience with Adobe Acrobat

Work Environment & Schedule

Location: The Copy Editor position is open to candidates local to the San Francisco Bay Area. VIZ Media operates on a hybrid schedule with 1 day of work onsite at our downtown San Francisco office expected weekly.

Schedule: This is a Regular Full-Time position (40 hours per week) with core hours of 10 am to 4 pm with flexibility outside of core hours.

Compensation: $72,000 - $78,000 annually, depending on experience, with additional variable compensation

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