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Evanston, IL · On-site

$81K - $90K/yr

... website, and blog. Core responsibilities include copyediting, fact checking, and proofing ... Managing freelancers and assigning news and feature stories. * Developing guidance and staying up ...

Editor

Evanston, IL · Hybrid

$81K - $90K/yr

... website, and blog. Core responsibilities include copyediting, fact checking, and proofing ... Managing freelancers and assigning news and feature stories. * Developing guidance and staying up ...

Owning the ElevenLabs blog - setting the editorial standard, writing new content, and editing draft ... Managing a network of freelance writers and editors to scale output as needed. Requirements The ...

... ie. freelancers, bloggers, celebrities, etc.), coordinate with wider content marketing team ... blog posts, articles, podcasts, videos, webinars, info graphics, social media chatter and media ...

... freelancers, bloggers, celebrities, etc.), coordinate with wider content marketing team • ... blog posts, articles, podcasts, videos, webinars, info graphics, social media chatter and media ...

Write clear, engaging, and SEO-optimized content, including blog posts, landing pages, and on-site ... Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills * Strong attention to detail and ability to ...

... our freelance staff of caregiver columnists on IgAN News , launching in September. A Bionews ... All columns are reviewed with a critical eye by professional editors who will work with columnists ...

... our freelance staff of caregiver columnists on IgAN News, launching in September. A Bionews ... All columns are reviewed with a critical eye by professional editors who will work with columnists ...

... freelance staff of caregiver columnists on Porphyria News . A Bionews columnist is a patient or ... All columns are reviewed with a critical eye by professional editors who will work with columnists ...

... freelance staff of caregiver columnists on Porphyria News. A Bionews columnist is a patient or ... All columns are reviewed with a critical eye by professional editors who will work with columnists ...

... blog, from content planning through assignment, editing, publishing, and ongoing optimization ... Manage freelancers and agency partners with thoughtful stewardship and grace to help scale the work ...

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As of Aug 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance blog editor in the United States is $31.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.39 and $39.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectFreelance Blog EditorFreelance Content Writer
Primary RoleEditing and refining blog content for clarity, style, and accuracyCreating original blog content from scratch
Skills NeededEditing, proofreading, SEO knowledge, style guidesWriting, research, SEO, creativity
Work EnvironmentRemote, freelance or agency settingsRemote, freelance or agency settings
Common UsageUsed by publishers, bloggers, marketing teamsUsed by businesses, startups, marketing teams

While both roles involve working with blog content, a Freelance Blog Editor focuses on editing and improving existing content, ensuring it meets quality standards. A Freelance Content Writer creates original content from scratch. Understanding these differences helps clients find the right freelancer for their needs.

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Job description

Job Title: Editor
Area: Magazines
Reports to: Managing Editor
Classification: Exempt
Location: Evanston, IL
This position is designated as Hybrid - Fixed Days and will regularly work in the office an average of 3+ days a week - with a set schedule. Managers may require team members to work on the same schedule to encourage collaboration. Rotary is under the jurisdiction of Illinois employment laws; we require all employees to live within reasonable daily commuting distance to Evanston.
Organization Overview
Rotary is a membership organization that unites people from all continents and cultures who take action to deliver real, long-term solutions to pressing issues facing our communities and the world. Each year, Rotary members expand their networks, build lasting relationships, and invest more than $300 million and 16 million volunteer hours to improve lives and create positive change in the world. In exchange for hard work and dedication in support of Rotary's clubs, members and other participants, and their humanitarian service projects, our employees receive competitive salaries, flexible schedules, comprehensive benefits, and job enrichment. To learn more, visit http://www.rotary.org.
Rotary's Commitment to Belonging
At Rotary, we foster a welcoming environment where all employees are valued and empowered. We are dedicated to creating meaningful opportunities and supporting the growth and well-being of our team. Join us in building a world where everyone can unite, take action, and create lasting change.
Position Overview
This position works with the editorial team at Rotary magazine, the official publication of Rotary International, to help oversee editing and production processes for its monthly print publication, website, and blog. Core responsibilities include copyediting, fact checking, and proofing. Additionally, the magazine's copy chief is responsible for developing, updating, and enforcing guidelines on standards and ethics in the magazine's reporting, editing, and design. You will participate in editorial planning meetings, generate story ideas, assign stories, manage the work of freelancers, and curate our style guides.
As a creative collaborator and innovative problem-solver with a superior sense of news judgment, the editor is responsible for the overall integrity and quality of our reporting, and ensuring the magazine's print and digital content has a consistent voice and fits together in a well-thought-out manner.
You will have
  • Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field.
  • Minimum of 10 years of editorial experience with publishing and digital news outlets in the areas of general interest or humanitarian initiatives.
  • Detailed understanding of journalistic writing and editing.
  • Proven skills in developing print and digital content for magazines.
  • Proven organizational and leadership skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously, and to identify and develop digital stories for a news magazine with a diverse audience.
  • Strong writing, editing, and project management skills.
  • Understanding of issues through a global perspective, and how to work in a complex global organization.
  • Fluent knowledge of current CMOS and AP style guides.
  • You Are Good At:
  • Written and oral communication
  • Public speaking
  • Showing attention to detail

You will be responsible for
  • Copyediting all articles and other editorial elements for Rotary magazine, the Rotary Canada quarterly supplement, and the Rotary magazine website for clarity, accuracy, consistency, grammar, and style.
  • Collaborating closely with the magazine's fact-checker to guard the magazine's reputation as a publication of record for Rotary International.
  • Participating in weekly editorial planning meetings and partnering with magazine and web editors to brainstorm and research story ideas and plan issues.
  • Participating in editorial decision-making, especially regarding story direction, display copy, and covers.
  • Collaborating with writers, assigning editors, and art/design teams to resolve editorial issues.
  • Cultivating a strong knowledge of Rotary and familiarity with staff members in other departments.
  • Managing freelancers and assigning news and feature stories.
  • Developing guidance and staying up to date on standards for reporting and writing about sensitive topics such as race, gender, disability, and diversity to ensure that the magazine remains an authoritative voice on important topics.
  • Reviewing copy and layouts for legal and ethical concerns
  • Other duties as assigned.

Leadership Attributes
  • Communication: Be open to receiving ideas from diverse viewpoints and able to communicate messages so that they are universally understood.
  • Collaboration: Builds partnerships and work jointly with others to meet shared objectives.
  • Global Perspective: Anticipate trends in the global humanitarian sector to focus Rotary's efforts appropriately.

Salary Range
  • $81,000 - $90,000

Why work for Rotary?
• Generous medical, dental, and vision benefits package
• Progressive 401k matching contributions
• Above market and generous paid time off package
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• On-site cafeteria and coffee bar with special pricing for Rotary employees
• Flextime-several different work schedules to choose from
• Close to CTA, Metra, a variety of stores, and many food options