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MOCEAN

FREELANCE ASSISTANT EDITOR

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

Description Mocean is hiring a freelance Assistant Editor to support our Social team. This is an ... Take on light editing assignments as you grow into the role * Prepare exports and deliveries across ...

Dow Jones

Assistant Editor, Opinion

New York, NY

You will be responsible for editing features and columns tailored for the global audience of the ... You Will: * Assist the team in executing the vision for a broadened opinion section to deepen ...

Oxford School District

AVID Tutor

Oxford, MS · On-site

$12.50/hr

Work with students at all phases of the of the writing process, such as brainstorming, clustering, read arounds, revisions, and editing. * Assist in teaching study skills and other skills necessary ...

Mocean

FREELANCE ASSISTANT EDITOR

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$20 - $23/hr

Mocean is hiring a freelance Assistant Editor to support our Social team. This is an entry-level ... Take on light editing assignments as you grow into the role * Prepare exports and deliveries across ...

MedSchoolCoach

Physician Advisor

Boston, MA · On-site

In conjunction with a writing advisor, work with students on brainstorming and editing personal statements, activities, and essay editing * Assist in the creation of medical school list creation

MedSchoolCoach

Physician Advisor

Boston, MA · On-site +1

In conjunction with a writing advisor, work with students on brainstorming and editing personal statements, activities, and essay editing * Assist in the creation of medical school list creation

Werner

Senior Executive Assistant

Omaha, NE · On-site

Drafting & Editing: Assist the CEO in drafting communication, content and/or internal team updates, while maintaining a professional and consistent voice. * Presentation Support: Help clean up slide ...

Macmillan

Assistant Managing Editor

Manhattan, NY

$55K - $60K/yr

The Assistant Managing Editor provides administrative support to our team of managing editors and production editors, as well as assistance with timely trafficking of a variety of materials and ...

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Macmillan Learning

Assistant Managing Editor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$55K - $60K/yr

The Assistant Managing Editor provides administrative support to our team of managing editors and production editors, as well as assistance with timely trafficking of a variety of materials and ...

New

Macmillan Learning

Assistant Managing Editor

Austin, TX · On-site

$55K - $60K/yr

The Assistant Managing Editor provides administrative support to our team of managing editors and production editors, as well as assistance with timely trafficking of a variety of materials and ...

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As of Jul 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for editing assistant in the United States is $51,214.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,500.00 and $59,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Editing Assistants?

Editing Assistants are professionals who support editors in the preparation and revision of written content for publication. Their responsibilities often include proofreading, formatting documents, checking for consistency and accuracy, and sometimes fact-checking or organizing materials. Editing Assistants may work in publishing houses, media organizations, or for independent authors, helping ensure that final documents are polished and error-free. They play a key role in the editorial process by managing administrative tasks and assisting with project coordination.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Editing Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Editing Assistant, you need strong attention to detail, excellent grammar and language skills, and a relevant degree or coursework in English, journalism, or communications. Familiarity with editing software such as Adobe InDesign, Microsoft Word track changes, and content management systems is typically required. Strong organizational skills, adaptability, and effective communication help you excel in supporting editors and managing deadlines. These skills ensure high-quality content production, efficient workflow, and successful collaboration within editorial teams.

What are some common challenges Editing Assistants face when supporting editorial teams, and how can they effectively overcome them?

Editing Assistants often juggle multiple tasks, such as managing deadlines, coordinating with different departments, and ensuring accuracy in edited content. Balancing these responsibilities while adapting to shifting priorities can be challenging. To overcome these hurdles, strong organizational skills, clear communication, and proficiency with editorial tools are essential. Proactively seeking feedback and staying adaptable also help Editing Assistants support their teams more effectively and contribute to smooth editorial workflows.
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FREELANCE ASSISTANT EDITOR

FREELANCE ASSISTANT EDITOR

MOCEAN

Los Angeles, CA • Remote

Other

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Description

Mocean is hiring a freelance Assistant Editor to support our Social team. This is an entry-level role built for someone early in their career who wants real reps cutting social campaigns for major studios and brands.

You'll work remotely on a contract basis, reporting to Senior Editors and the Creative Director. Day-to-day, you'll handle media management, organize project files, prep timelines for editors, cut versions and resizes from senior editors' masters, take light editing assignments of your own, and manage exports and deliveries to spec. The work moves fast and the specs are exacting. This is a role where being organized and being precise matter equally.


Responsibilities

  • Media management: ingest, organize, transcode, and maintain project files
  • Cut versions, resizes, and platform variants from approved masters
  • Take on light editing assignments as you grow into the role
  • Prepare exports and deliveries across social platform specs (vertical, square, horizontal, captioned, etc.)
  • Support senior editors and the creative team through the full project lifecycle

Requirements

  • Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Working knowledge of social platform specs and aspect ratios (IG, TikTok, YouTube, X, Meta placements)
  • Strong organizational habits and attention to detail
  • Ability to juggle multiple projects and hit fast turnarounds without dropping specs
  • Clear, proactive communication in a fully remote environment
  • After Effects experience is a plus, not required
  • Entry-level freelance role - recent grads and first-job candidates encouraged to apply 

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