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Reporter

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

$80K - $90K/yr

... monthly magazine. The ideal candidate will have an interest in covering money, power and ... clean copy on deadline. Experience in business journalism is a plus. Job Responsibilities:

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Social Media Manager

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

Magazine (#1 in retail)! We make days and nights easier with super-soft yet impressively durable ... copy for different channels * Develop innovative and disruptive ways to promote our products and ...

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Magazine Copy Editor information

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a magazine copy editor?

A Magazine Copy Editor is responsible for reviewing articles to ensure correct grammar, punctuation, and adherence to the publication’s style guidelines. Daily tasks include fact-checking, proofreading, and collaborating with writers and designers to refine layout and content flow. Copy editors also coordinate with section editors to resolve any inconsistencies or ambiguities in submitted pieces. By being a key part of the editorial process, they help maintain the magazine’s high standards and contribute to overall publishing success.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a magazine copy editor?

Magazine Copy Editors need excellent command of grammar, punctuation, and style, typically supported by a degree in English, Journalism, or Communications. Familiarity with editorial management systems, Adobe InCopy, and adherence to major style guides such as AP or Chicago is common in the role. Attention to detail, time management, and strong communication help copy editors excel in deadline-driven environments. These skills ensure polished, accurate content and support the publication’s editorial standards.

What is a magazine copy editor?

A Magazine Copy Editor is responsible for reviewing and refining written content before publication. They check for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and style consistency while ensuring clarity and accuracy. Copy editors may also fact-check information, rewrite awkward phrasing, and align content with the magazine’s editorial guidelines. Their goal is to enhance readability and maintain the publication's voice while ensuring error-free content.

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CopyWriter for Asia Digital Luxury Lifestyle Brand

Privy Circle

El Segundo, CA • On-site

$40K - $50K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago


Job description

Company Description

This is a great opportunity to be a co-founder of an ambitious, funded Los Angeles-based startup that will launch in a couple months. Betting on the rise of Asia, we have built a social and travel luxury platform targeting affluent transpacific jetsetters and influencers.

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced copywriter, speechwriter or journalist who can craft highly compelling company copy-from mass communications, to press releases, to articles for the Privy Magazine. The ideal candidate excels at crafting attention-grabbing messaging, but in a way that is sophisticated, intelligent, and in line with our brand. We are looking for a creative self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

We are a technology-based Asia-oriented startup that is exclusive members-only luxury lifestyle brand catering to a Gen Y/X demographic that is successful, sophisticated, international, well-traveled and playful at times.

We are looking for someone to be located at our cheery warehouse space in El Segundo collaborating with us approximately 20-30 hours/week on an interim basis. It is our intention to transition this into a full-time position Editor position.

Responsibilities
1.Company-wide Communications, including (but not limited to):
+ Event invitations and associated event copy in every city
+ Company-wide announcements
+ Short descriptions of products or offerings online
+ Site copy
+ Press Releases
+ Outreach messaging to prospective new members

2. Magazine Articles
+ Help conduct interviews and write up features for the Privy Magazine
+ Write reviews and recaps as needed

Please respond back with your CV and samples of your work. Please all answer the following question:

1. What is your current work situation?

2. What was the compensation at your last job?

3. Where do you live? Are able to work physically in El Segundo?

Qualifications

1. Professional experience in copywriting or speech writing, preferably with a background in psychology or debate
2. Extremely strong writing and communication skills
3. Exceptional people skills and high level of empathy
4. Well-rounded and able to talk about a wide range of topics with ease
5. Highly organized and attentive to detail
6. Interest in startups and/or consumer-facing web products preferred

Additional Information

- comp is $15-$20/hr part-time or $40K-$50K/year full time plus equity

- to apply, please send your resume and writing samples (long form, short form, casual, formal)

- when you apply thru SmartRecruiters, please add your Linkedin/Facebook profile, we'd love to know who you are!

PLS ANSWER FOLLOWING QUESTIONS

1. What is your current work situation?
2. What was the compensation at your last job?
3. Where do you live? Are able to work physically in El Segundo?