Developmental Editing Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

We are looking for an Editor with an eye for detail and expert knowledge of the English language to coordinate, review and edit content for improvement, as well as manage all steps in the publication process. A successful candidate understands what kind of writing is appropriate for business executives and can apply developmental editing to guide authors on utility and consumability. They also strive to deliver exceptional, informative and engaging content.

Editors perform a variety of duties, including formatting, fact checking and editing for reports, research, conference presentations and other time-sensitive deliverables. They monitor grammar, punctuation, clarity, concision and adherence to style and established methodologies.

In this role, you will:

• Prepare, rewrite and edit assigned documents or other deliverables every day to improve readability.
• Read documents closely to detect and correct errors in spelling, punctuation, grammar, syntax and style.
• Use a content management system to capture editorial changes, reviews and communication.
• Discuss and resolve any issues with author(s).
• Verify facts, dates and statistics using standard references.
• Edit with the reader or audience in mind. Developmental editing will be needed in some of your work to ensure the content has a logical narrative and is easy for our clients to use and consume. Guide authors with clear advice and examples of what good looks like.
• Help shape the development of policies, standards and procedures within the editorial team and in relation to improving the client experience.
• Help establish and implement quality controls throughout the workflow process.
• Work cross-functionally with all other teams/departments to improve the overall workflow process, procedures and systems.
• Assist in training authors on publishing process requirements and editorial style.
• Take part in departmental projects.
• Undertake continuous job-related training to maintain editorial quality levels and improve individual skills.
• Be aware of new terms or phrases coming into popular usage in your assigned subject area(s).

Job requirements:

• At least 3 years of editorial experience in a busy environment with strict deadlines.
• Commutable distance to the Irving, TX or Fort Myers, FL office.
• Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism or Liberal Arts. (Don't have a degree but have proven experience editing? Apply with us anyway.)
• Excellent English language skills in editing and writing.
• Tact, firmness and sound intuition when dealing with authors and others.
• Numerically and visually literate.
• Proven ability to manage projects and juggle a diverse workload.
• Knack for learning and understanding new concepts.
• Well versed in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office applications

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Who are we?

At Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:IT), we guide the leaders who shape the world.

Our mission relies on expert analysis and bold ideas to deliver actionable, objective business and technology insights, helping enterprise leaders and their teams succeed with their mission-critical priorities.

Since our founding in 1979, we've grown to 20,000 associates globally who support over 13,000 client enterprises in ~90 countries and territories. We do important, interesting and substantive work that matters. That's why we hire associates with the intellectual curiosity, energy and drive to want to make a difference. The bar is unapologetically high. So is the impact you can have here.

What makes Gartner a great place to work?

Our vast, virtually untapped market potential offers limitless opportunities - opportunities that may not even exist right now - for you to grow professionally and flourish personally. How far you go is driven by your passion and performance.

We hire remarkable people who collaborate and win as a team. Together, our singular, unifying goal is to deliver results for our clients.

Our teams are inclusive and composed of individuals from different geographies, cultures, religions, ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, abilities and generations.

We invest in great leaders who bring out the best in you and the company, enabling us to multiply our impact and results. This is why, year after year, we are recognized worldwide as a great place to work.

Gartner is the world authority on AI

At Gartner, you'll join a company at the very center of the AI revolution. Gartner has proactive, objective guidance throughout clients' AI journeys. We set the standard for how organizations leverage artificial intelligence to drive meaningful impact. You'll have access to unmatched resources, expertise, and technology, and play a key role in helping Gartner and our clients innovate and grow as we leverage AI to transform business and technology landscapes.

It's an exciting time to be at Gartner, with limitless opportunities to make a real impact, grow your skills, and build a lasting, meaningful career in a field that's reshaping the way we operate. If you're passionate about AI and want to be part of a team that's guiding the leaders who shape the world, Gartner is the place for you.

What do we offer?

Gartner offers world-class benefits, highly competitive compensation and disproportionate rewards for top performers.

In our hybrid work environment, we provide the flexibility and support for you to thrive - working virtually when it's productive to do so and getting together with colleagues in a vibrant community that is purposeful, engaging and inspiring.

Ready to grow your career with Gartner? Join us.

Gartner believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is 56,000 USD - 78,000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan. Our talent acquisition team will provide the specific opportunity on our bonus or incentive programs to eligible candidates. We also offer market leading benefit programs including generous PTO, a 401k match up to $7,200 per year, the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount, and more.

The policy of Gartner is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status and to seek to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity.

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