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What is the difference between Full Time Senior Content Editor vs Content Writer?

AspectFull Time Senior Content EditorContent Writer
CredentialsBachelor's degree in English, Journalism, or related field; experience in editingBachelor's degree in English, Communications, or related field; strong writing skills
Work EnvironmentEditorial teams, publishing companies, digital mediaMarketing agencies, media outlets, freelance settings
Employer & Industry UsageMedia, publishing, corporate communicationsContent marketing, blogging, advertising

Full Time Senior Content Editors focus on reviewing, refining, and overseeing content quality, often managing editorial workflows. Content Writers primarily create original content, emphasizing writing skills. While both roles require strong language proficiency, the Senior Content Editor has a broader oversight role, whereas Content Writers concentrate on producing content.

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Senior Content Editor

C2 Technologies, Inc.

Arlington, VA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Senior Content Editor
C² Technologies seeks a Senior Content Editor to ensure the quality of written content for use in online and classroom training products. The Senior Content Editor will be responsible for reviewing content for clarity and consistency, coaching junior content editors, and optimizing content development workflows. This is an onsite or hybrid position.
Summary:
The Senior Content Editor will work with subject matter experts (SMEs) and instructional designers to review and refine training materials. This position will ensure that all written content aligns with instructional goals and meets quality standards for clarity, accuracy, and engagement.
Responsibilities:
  • Review and edit content to ensure clarity, accuracy, and adherence to instructional standards.
  • Provide coaching and mentorship to junior content editors.
  • Collaborate with SMEs and instructional designers to ensure content accuracy.
  • Optimize content development workflows and recommend process improvements.
  • Review and ensure compliance with Section 508/web accessibility standards.

Required Education, Experience, and Skills:
  • Master's degree in Journalism, English, Communications, or related field.
  • 5 years of experience in content editing for instructional materials.
  • Strong knowledge of AP, CMOS, and other industry-standard style guides.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.

Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills:
  • Familiarity with web accessibility standards (e.g., Section 508).
  • Experience with content management systems (e.g., SharePoint, LMS).
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams in a project-based environment.

Tools & Software:
  • Content management platforms (e.g., SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat).
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Knowledge & Skills:
  • Expertise in editing and proofreading instructional materials.
  • Strong written communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements, or working conditions. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.
All job requirements are subject to possible revision to reflect changes in the position requirements or to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a threat or risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties which will be required in this position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor/manager (within guidelines and compliance with Federal and State Laws). Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis.
C² Technologies, Inc. is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other class. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions. EOE/M/F/Disabled/Veteran.

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