Managing Editor
Kansas City, KS · On-site
... freelance personnel through effective supervision, coaching, performance management, and ... Supervise copy editing of outside submissions and routine proofreading of pages in the production ...
Kansas City, KS · On-site
... freelance personnel through effective supervision, coaching, performance management, and ... Supervise copy editing of outside submissions and routine proofreading of pages in the production ...
Kansas City, KS · On-site
... freelance personnel through effective supervision, coaching, performance management, and ... Supervise copy editing of outside submissions and routine proofreading of pages in the production ...
We have an exciting opportunity for a freelance Producer/News Editor for our network radio news ... Highly skilled in writing and copy editing * Ability to handle breaking News situations * Strong ...
We have an exciting opportunity for a freelance Producer/News Editor for our network radio news ... Highly skilled in writing and copy editing * Ability to handle breaking News situations * Strong ...
We have an exciting opportunity for a freelance Producer/News Editor for our network radio news ... Highly skilled in writing and copy editing * Ability to handle breaking News situations * Strong ...
We have an exciting opportunity for a freelance Producer/News Editor for our network radio news ... Highly skilled in writing and copy editing * Ability to handle breaking News situations * Strong ...
Greenville, SC · On-site
As an Editor at BJU Press, the ideal candidate will play a supporting role on the Editorial team by ... You function within the context of a product-line team and focus on a specific academic subject ...
Greenville, SC · On-site
As an Editor at BJU Press, the ideal candidate will play a supporting role on the Editorial team by ... You function within the context of a product-line team and focus on a specific academic subject ...
Turners Falls, MA · On-site
... copy editors, proofreaders, translators, fact checkers, and other freelance/contract staff as ... their academic, social, and emotional strengths and needs. Founded in 1981, the company is ...
Turners Falls, MA · On-site
... copy editors, proofreaders, translators, fact checkers, and other freelance/contract staff as ... their academic, social, and emotional strengths and needs. Founded in 1981, the company is ...
New York, NY · Remote
$21.75 - $28/hr
This is an ongoing, part-time freelance opportunity involving copy review and adjustment ... Future opportunities exist for creative content writing, editing and translation. ESSENTIAL JOB ...
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New York, NY · Remote
$21.75 - $28/hr
This is an ongoing, part-time freelance opportunity involving copy review and adjustment ... Future opportunities exist for creative content writing, editing and translation. ESSENTIAL JOB ...
$127 - $134/hr
... and academic programs, both local and national, that expand our stories' reach, maximize brand ... freelancers, and contracted fact-checkers and copy editors Routinely coach and mentor reporters ...
$127 - $134/hr
... and academic programs, both local and national, that expand our stories' reach, maximize brand ... freelancers, and contracted fact-checkers and copy editors Routinely coach and mentor reporters ...
New York, NY · Remote
$23.25 - $29.75/hr
This is an ongoing, part-time freelance opportunity involving copy review and adjustment ... Future opportunities exist for creative content writing, editing and translation. ESSENTIAL JOB ...
New York, NY · Remote
$23.25 - $29.75/hr
This is an ongoing, part-time freelance opportunity involving copy review and adjustment ... Future opportunities exist for creative content writing, editing and translation. ESSENTIAL JOB ...
New York, NY · On-site +1
$23.25 - $29.75/hr
This is an ongoing, part-time freelance opportunity involving copy review and adjustment ... Future opportunities exist for creative content writing, editing and translation. ESSENTIAL JOB ...
New York, NY · On-site +1
$23.25 - $29.75/hr
This is an ongoing, part-time freelance opportunity involving copy review and adjustment ... Future opportunities exist for creative content writing, editing and translation. ESSENTIAL JOB ...
Oak Park, IL · On-site
$90 - $120/hr
Strong editing background with demonstrated excellence in story development and copy editing * Experience managing reporters, editors, freelancers or cross‑functional teams * Strong understanding ...
Oak Park, IL · On-site
$90 - $120/hr
Strong editing background with demonstrated excellence in story development and copy editing * Experience managing reporters, editors, freelancers or cross‑functional teams * Strong understanding ...
Greenville, SC · On-site
$50 - $75/hr
You function within the context of a product-line team and focus on a specific academic subject ... Direct the editing of BJU Press products, as outlined in the following three points:
Greenville, SC · On-site
$50 - $75/hr
You function within the context of a product-line team and focus on a specific academic subject ... Direct the editing of BJU Press products, as outlined in the following three points:
Turners Falls, MA · On-site
$53K/hr
Partners with copy editors, proofreaders, translators, fact checkers, and other freelance/contract staff as needed. * Quality checks all in-house work before it is sent out for internal or external ...
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Turners Falls, MA · On-site
$53K/hr
Partners with copy editors, proofreaders, translators, fact checkers, and other freelance/contract staff as needed. * Quality checks all in-house work before it is sent out for internal or external ...
Greenville, SC · On-site
You function within the context of a product-line team and focus on a specific academic subject ... Direct the editing of BJU Press products, as outlined in the following three points:
Greenville, SC · On-site
You function within the context of a product-line team and focus on a specific academic subject ... Direct the editing of BJU Press products, as outlined in the following three points:
Turners Falls, MA · On-site
$53K/yr
Partners with copy editors, proofreaders, translators, fact checkers, and other freelance/contract staff as needed. * Quality checks all in-house work before it is sent out for internal or external ...
Turners Falls, MA · On-site
$53K/yr
Partners with copy editors, proofreaders, translators, fact checkers, and other freelance/contract staff as needed. * Quality checks all in-house work before it is sent out for internal or external ...
New York, NY · On-site +1
$70 - $80/hr
Edit copy and ensure regulatory compliance for branded and unbranded marketing/promotional ... freelance editors as needed. * Manage own brand alignment and assist other editors as needed.
New York, NY · On-site +1
$70 - $80/hr
Edit copy and ensure regulatory compliance for branded and unbranded marketing/promotional ... freelance editors as needed. * Manage own brand alignment and assist other editors as needed.
Turners Falls, MA · On-site
$53K/yr
Partners with copy editors, proofreaders, translators, fact checkers, and other freelance/contract staff as needed. * Quality checks all in-house work before it is sent out for internal or external ...
Turners Falls, MA · On-site
$53K/yr
Partners with copy editors, proofreaders, translators, fact checkers, and other freelance/contract staff as needed. * Quality checks all in-house work before it is sent out for internal or external ...
Oakland, CA · On-site
$4.0K - $5.0K/mo
Independent contractor (freelance), part-time (approx. 65-70 hours per month). Term: Initial three ... academia, nonprofits, policy and the private sector. You'll also work with our talented in-house ...
Oakland, CA · On-site
$4.0K - $5.0K/mo
Independent contractor (freelance), part-time (approx. 65-70 hours per month). Term: Initial three ... academia, nonprofits, policy and the private sector. You'll also work with our talented in-house ...
Salt Lake City, UT · On-site
Work with freelance editors as needed for sensitivity reviews, copy editing, or proofreading tasks. * Edit manuscripts in Microsoft Word. Perform developmental reads, line editing, copy editing, and ...
Salt Lake City, UT · On-site
Work with freelance editors as needed for sensitivity reviews, copy editing, or proofreading tasks. * Edit manuscripts in Microsoft Word. Perform developmental reads, line editing, copy editing, and ...
New York, NY · Remote
$70 - $80/hr
Edit copy and ensure regulatory compliance for branded and unbranded marketing/promotional ... freelance editors as needed. * Manage own brand alignment and assist other editors as needed.
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New York, NY · Remote
$70 - $80/hr
Edit copy and ensure regulatory compliance for branded and unbranded marketing/promotional ... freelance editors as needed. * Manage own brand alignment and assist other editors as needed.
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New York, NY · On-site +1
$70 - $80/hr
Edit copy and ensure regulatory compliance for branded and unbranded marketing/promotional ... freelance editors as needed. * Manage own brand alignment and assist other editors as needed.
New York, NY · On-site +1
$70 - $80/hr
Edit copy and ensure regulatory compliance for branded and unbranded marketing/promotional ... freelance editors as needed. * Manage own brand alignment and assist other editors as needed.
$12.50 - $15.67
8% of jobs
$15.67 - $18.84
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$18.84 - $22.01
8% of jobs
$22.08 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$22.01 - $25.17
12% of jobs
The median wage is $27.65 / hr.
$25.17 - $28.34
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$31.19 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$28.34 - $31.51
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$31.51 - $34.68
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| Aspect | Freelance Academic Copy Editor |
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| Required Credentials | Typically a degree in English, Journalism, or related field; strong editing skills |
|---|---|
| Work Environment | Remote, flexible hours, often working with academic institutions or authors |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Used by universities, publishers, and individual academics for editing scholarly content |
| Search & Comparison Intent | People compare to understand editing vs writing roles in academia |
While both roles involve working with written content, a Freelance Academic Copy Editor focuses on refining and correcting academic manuscripts, ensuring clarity, consistency, and adherence to style guides. In contrast, a Freelance Content Writer creates original content for various platforms. The editor improves existing work, whereas the writer produces new material.
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