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Rise25

Content Editor

Chicago, IL · Remote

You can work from anywhere with a good Internet connection. Ideally, we are looking for someone who ... Monthly Book and Masterclass Club meetings - One of our core values is to Keep Learning, so we pay ...

Sourcebooks LLC

Editor - Romance

Naperville, IL · On-site

$55K - $70K/yr

This range is based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, location, training, and ... This role includes some travel, including occasional meetings at the home office in Naperville, IL.

Sourcebooks

Editor - Romance

Naperville, IL · On-site

$55K - $70K/yr

This range is based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, location, training, and ... C. and Wisconsin.   This role includes some travel, including occasional meetings at the home ...

LexisNexis

Legal Editor

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$64K - $107K/yr

The Editor/Publisher II evaluates the relationship between citing and cited authorities, determines ... This is a home-based position. Key Responsibilities Legal Analysis & Editorial Decision-Making

RELX

Legal Editor

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$64K - $107K/yr

The Editor/Publisher II evaluates the relationship between citing and cited authorities, determines ... This is a home-based position. Key Responsibilities Legal Analysis & Editorial Decision-Making

NCCER

Editor

Alachua, FL

Familiarity with the end-to-end book publishing process a plus NCCER is an equal opportunity ... No one shall be denied employment or opportunity based on race or color, sex, age, national origin ...

Rise25

Audio and Video Editor

Chicago, IL · Remote

This is a remote position so you can work from anywhere with a good internet connection. Please ... Monthly Book and Masterclass Club meetings - One of our core values is to Keep Learning, so we pay ...

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As of Jul 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for home based book editor in the United States is $33.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.20 and $40.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Home Based Book Editor vs Freelance Proofreader?

AspectHome Based Book EditorFreelance Proofreader
CredentialsEditing certifications, strong language skillsLanguage proficiency, proofreading experience
Work EnvironmentHome office, flexible hoursHome-based, flexible schedule
Industry UsagePublishing, educational, literary sectorsPublishing, marketing, academic fields

Both roles are often home-based and require strong language skills. A Home Based Book Editor typically performs comprehensive editing, including structural and content revisions, while a Freelance Proofreader focuses on correcting grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Editors usually need additional credentials and may work closely with authors or publishers, whereas proofreaders often handle final text checks. Understanding these differences helps job seekers choose the right path based on their skills and career goals.

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Production Editor, UNSQ Kids

Production Editor, UNSQ Kids

Hachette Book Group

New York, NY • Hybrid

$60K - $65K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Union Square Kids is seeking a Production Editor to oversee and manage 50 fiction and nonfiction titles per year, including complex illustrated titles, picture books, graphic novels, and middle-grade and young-adult titles. Union Square Kids titles surprise young readers with unexpected stories, inventive formats, and unique perspectives.
 
Responsibilities: 
  • Manage the production editorial process for 50 titles per year from manuscript to bound book, including paperback and other format conversions.
  • Work closely with various in-house departments including Editorial, Design, and Production to monitor production schedules and anticipate and resolve problems.
  • Hire and supervise the work of freelance copyeditors, proofreaders, and indexers.
  • Review and route copyedited manuscripts, working in MS Word to reconcile copyediting and author markup, and review, route, and collate corrections for all stages of manuscripts, text proofs, and electronic blues.
  • Style electronic manuscripts in Word in preparation for copyediting.
  • Copyedit and proofread jacket and cover materials from original copy through final proof.
  • Attend relevant department and interdepartmental meetings.
  
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: 
  • At least 3 years of relevant work experience, preferably in trade publishing and with children’s books.
  • Excellent copyediting and proofreading skills.
  • Thorough knowledge of The Chicago Manual of Style (18th Ed.).
  • Strong MS Word skills and knowledge of electronic copyediting and PDF markup. Knowledge of electronic styling is a plus.
  • Superior organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Must be detail- and accuracy-oriented, and have the ability to balance many projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while maintaining high standards of quality.

This is a hybrid position based in New York City. To apply, please submit both a resume AND a cover letter. We ask for a cover letter so that we can understand how your skills or experience can apply to this role.

As a leading book publisher, we believe that including and representing diverse voices in all aspects of our business is fundamental to what we do. Our publishing programs must reflect the broad range of backgrounds, experiences, political views and ideas that shape our society and publish books for all readers.

Hachette Book Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The compensation for this position is $60,000-$65,000. This salary range is for candidates based in the NYC area. Salary can vary based on a number of factors including, skills, experience, and location - talk to your recruiter to learn more. 

The following benefits are offered by the company: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life, short-term and long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, hospital indemnity, long-term care, health and dependent care FSA, commuter benefit plan, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, travel assistance, 401(k), discretionary bonus program, PTO (15 vacation days, 3 personal days, 10 holidays, and generous sick leave), and group discounts on auto and home insurance and legal services. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification, hours worked and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

Employment Type: Full-Time

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