New York, NY · On-site
$80K - $90K/yr
Guiding freelancers when necessary to ensure editorial standards are met * Deliver high quality ... Capable of handling onsite filming, technical setup, and post-production self sufficiently when ...
New York, NY · On-site
$80K - $90K/yr
Guiding freelancers when necessary to ensure editorial standards are met * Deliver high quality ... Capable of handling onsite filming, technical setup, and post-production self sufficiently when ...
New York, NY · Remote
Build an effective team of quality editors with technical skills and industry knowledge * Provide feedback and ensure editors are adhering to MW's publication standards, and are contributing/editing ...
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New York, NY · Remote
Build an effective team of quality editors with technical skills and industry knowledge * Provide feedback and ensure editors are adhering to MW's publication standards, and are contributing/editing ...
Manhattan, NY · On-site
Build an effective team of quality editors with technical skills and industry knowledge * Provide feedback and ensure editors are adhering to MW's publication standards, and are contributing/editing ...
Manhattan, NY · On-site
Build an effective team of quality editors with technical skills and industry knowledge * Provide feedback and ensure editors are adhering to MW's publication standards, and are contributing/editing ...
Manhattan, NY · On-site
Build an effective team of quality editors with technical skills and industry knowledge * Provide feedback and ensure editors are adhering to MW's publication standards, and are contributing/editing ...
Manhattan, NY · On-site
Build an effective team of quality editors with technical skills and industry knowledge * Provide feedback and ensure editors are adhering to MW's publication standards, and are contributing/editing ...
You have the artistic taste, editorial judgment, and technical craft to recognize where the ... Maintain relationships with trusted freelance editors, motion designers, colorists, sound mixers ...
You have the artistic taste, editorial judgment, and technical craft to recognize where the ... Maintain relationships with trusted freelance editors, motion designers, colorists, sound mixers ...
New York, NY · On-site
You have the artistic taste, editorial judgment, and technical craft to recognize where the ... Maintain relationships with trusted freelance editors, motion designers, colorists, sound mixers ...
New York, NY · On-site
You have the artistic taste, editorial judgment, and technical craft to recognize where the ... Maintain relationships with trusted freelance editors, motion designers, colorists, sound mixers ...
... editing, and or journalism. • 1-3 years working knowledge with the following tools: • Word ... tools (Freelance, Power Point, Visio), and or other equivalent tools. • Experience in SDLC ...
... editing, and or journalism. • 1-3 years working knowledge with the following tools: • Word ... tools (Freelance, Power Point, Visio), and or other equivalent tools. • Experience in SDLC ...
Bayport, MN · Hybrid
$25 - $35/hr
Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and research skills. Ability to simplify technical or ... Experience through internships, freelance work, coursework, or student publications is a plus. #J ...
Bayport, MN · Hybrid
$25 - $35/hr
Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and research skills. Ability to simplify technical or ... Experience through internships, freelance work, coursework, or student publications is a plus. #J ...
Bayport, MN · Hybrid
$25 - $35/hr
Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and research skills. Ability to simplify technical or ... Experience through internships, freelance work, coursework, or student publications is a plus. #J ...
Bayport, MN · Hybrid
$25 - $35/hr
Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and research skills. Ability to simplify technical or ... Experience through internships, freelance work, coursework, or student publications is a plus. #J ...
... and freelance writers and spanning the full gamut of fields, to make the pieces relevant and ... Author content, as needed, with exceptional narrative flair and technical proficiency. * Mentor ...
... and freelance writers and spanning the full gamut of fields, to make the pieces relevant and ... Author content, as needed, with exceptional narrative flair and technical proficiency. * Mentor ...
This is a paid freelance, remote position MovieWeb is a top destination for fans of television and ... Coordinate with editors and fellow writers to maintain consistent daily coverage * Contribute to ...
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This is a paid freelance, remote position MovieWeb is a top destination for fans of television and ... Coordinate with editors and fellow writers to maintain consistent daily coverage * Contribute to ...
Bayport, MN · On-site
$25 - $35/hr
Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and research skills. * Ability to simplify technical or ... Experience through internships, freelance work, coursework, or student publications is a plus.
Bayport, MN · On-site
$25 - $35/hr
Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and research skills. * Ability to simplify technical or ... Experience through internships, freelance work, coursework, or student publications is a plus.
... and freelance writers and spanning the full gamut of fields, to make the pieces relevant and ... Author content, as needed, with exceptional narrative flair and technical proficiency. * Mentor ...
... and freelance writers and spanning the full gamut of fields, to make the pieces relevant and ... Author content, as needed, with exceptional narrative flair and technical proficiency. * Mentor ...
Washington, DC · On-site
$90K - $150K/yr
... sets the technical and creative standard the rest of the team works to. The ideal candidate ... Manage relationships with freelance editors or outside vendors on overflow projects, as needed.
Washington, DC · On-site
$90K - $150K/yr
... sets the technical and creative standard the rest of the team works to. The ideal candidate ... Manage relationships with freelance editors or outside vendors on overflow projects, as needed.
... so any editor or freelancer can open a Door G job and know exactly where everything lives ... Technical Range: Comfort with codecs, transcoding, sync, multicam, formats, and delivery specs ...
... so any editor or freelancer can open a Door G job and know exactly where everything lives ... Technical Range: Comfort with codecs, transcoding, sync, multicam, formats, and delivery specs ...
Washington, DC · On-site
$90K - $150K/yr
... sets the technical and creative standard the rest of the team works to. The ideal candidate ... Manage relationships with freelance editors or outside vendors on overflow projects, as needed.
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Washington, DC · On-site
$90K - $150K/yr
... sets the technical and creative standard the rest of the team works to. The ideal candidate ... Manage relationships with freelance editors or outside vendors on overflow projects, as needed.
Washington, DC · Hybrid
$90K - $150K/yr
... sets the technical and creative standard the rest of the team works to. The ideal candidate ... Manage relationships with freelance editors or outside vendors on overflow projects, as needed.
Washington, DC · Hybrid
$90K - $150K/yr
... sets the technical and creative standard the rest of the team works to. The ideal candidate ... Manage relationships with freelance editors or outside vendors on overflow projects, as needed.
Washington, DC · On-site
$102 - $112/hr
... and freelance writers and spanning the full gamut of fields, to make the pieces relevant and ... Author content, as needed, with exceptional narrative flair and technical proficiency. * Mentor ...
Washington, DC · On-site
$102 - $112/hr
... and freelance writers and spanning the full gamut of fields, to make the pieces relevant and ... Author content, as needed, with exceptional narrative flair and technical proficiency. * Mentor ...
... so any editor or freelancer can open a Door G job and know exactly where everything lives ... Technical Range: Comfort with codecs, transcoding, sync, multicam, formats, and delivery specs ...
... so any editor or freelancer can open a Door G job and know exactly where everything lives ... Technical Range: Comfort with codecs, transcoding, sync, multicam, formats, and delivery specs ...
Denmark, NY · On-site
Making complex business and technical updates legible through clear writing and compelling ... Managing a network of freelance writers and editors to scale output as needed. Requirements The ...
Denmark, NY · On-site
Making complex business and technical updates legible through clear writing and compelling ... Managing a network of freelance writers and editors to scale output as needed. Requirements The ...
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A Freelance Technical Editor reviews, revises, and enhances technical documents to ensure clarity, accuracy, and consistency. They work on materials like manuals, reports, white papers, and online content, often collaborating with writers, engineers, or subject matter experts. Their responsibilities include checking for grammatical errors, improving readability, and ensuring adherence to industry standards or style guides. Since they work freelance, they typically manage multiple clients and projects independently.
To thrive as a Freelance Technical Editor, you should have strong technical writing and editing expertise, a background in relevant subject areas (such as engineering or IT), and excellent command of grammar and style. Familiarity with document management systems, style guides (such as the Chicago Manual of Style or Microsoft Manual of Style), and editing software like Adobe Acrobat or Microsoft Word is often necessary. Outstanding attention to detail, time management, and the ability to communicate feedback clearly with clients or authors are vital soft skills. These capabilities ensure technical documents are accurate, clear, consistent, and tailored to specific audience needs in a deadline-driven freelance environment.
Freelance Technical Editors often encounter the challenge of working with highly complex or unfamiliar subject matter, requiring quick learning and effective research abilities. Managing multiple projects with varying deadlines and client expectations can also be demanding, making strong organizational and communication skills essential. Additionally, freelancers may need to clarify ambiguous technical content with authors or subject matter experts, which requires tact and diplomacy. By building a reliable workflow, maintaining transparent communication, and continually updating technical knowledge, freelance editors can successfully navigate these challenges and deliver high-quality work.
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$80K - $90K/yr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement
Posted 21 days ago
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Video and audio streaming services
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Los Angeles, CA, US
2003
