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Word On Fire

Associate Academic Editor

Rochester, MN · On-site +1

$65K - $80K/yr

Remote Employment Type: Full-time Responsibilities * Evaluate essay and book manuscripts, assessing ... Professional experience in essential manuscript editing tasks such as copyediting and proofreading

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Managing Editor II

Glen Allen, VA · Remote

Use manuscript management systems to manage workflows, monitor timeliness, generate reports, and ... Ability to work independently in a remote environment and remain available during standard business ...

AAAS

Associate or Senior Editor

Washington, DC · Remote

$84K - $95K/yr

Manage the evaluation, review, and editing of submitted manuscripts in physics. * Judge the ... Guide authors on manuscript revisions and edit the manuscripts for scientific content and style ...

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What is remote manuscript editing?

Remote manuscript editing involves reviewing and improving written documents, such as academic papers, books, or articles, from a location outside of a traditional office. Editors work online to correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, and ensure clarity and consistency in the text. This role often requires strong language skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently. Remote manuscript editing allows professionals to collaborate with clients or authors from around the world using digital tools and platforms.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote manuscript editor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Manuscript Editor, you need a strong command of language, grammar, and editing standards, often supported by a degree in English, journalism, or a related field. Familiarity with editing tools such as Microsoft Word (track changes), style guides (APA, MLA, Chicago), and document management systems is typically required. Attention to detail, time management, and effective communication are essential soft skills for delivering precise edits and collaborating with authors remotely. These skills ensure high-quality, publication-ready manuscripts and efficient workflow in a remote work environment.

What are some common challenges faced by remote manuscript editors, and how can they effectively manage them?

Remote manuscript editors often encounter challenges such as managing multiple deadlines across different time zones, maintaining clear communication with authors and publishers, and ensuring consistency in editing without direct supervision. To address these, it's important to develop strong time-management skills, use collaborative tools for document sharing and feedback, and establish regular check-ins or updates with project stakeholders. Building a structured workflow and staying updated on style guides also help editors deliver high-quality work efficiently in a remote setting.

What is the difference between Remote Manuscript Editing vs Remote Proofreading?

AspectRemote Manuscript EditingRemote Proofreading
CredentialsTypically requires a master's or doctoral degree in a relevant field, along with editing certificationsUsually requires a good command of language and grammar, but fewer formal credentials
Work EnvironmentOften involves working with academic, scientific, or scholarly manuscripts remotelyPrimarily focuses on reviewing and correcting existing text remotely
Employer & IndustryAcademic publishers, research institutions, and scholarly journalsPublishing houses, editing services, and freelance platforms
Search & Comparison IntentPeople seeking detailed editing services for complex manuscriptsIndividuals looking for basic text correction and proofreading

Remote Manuscript Editing involves in-depth editing of scholarly or complex documents, often requiring advanced credentials. Remote Proofreading focuses on correcting grammar and typos with less emphasis on content editing. Both roles are performed remotely and serve the publishing industry, but they differ in scope and expertise required.

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ARMY UNIVERSITY PRESS (AUP) PRESS SUPPORT

Leavenworth, KS • Remote

Apex Analytics Group
Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing • 11 - 50 employees
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$15.50 - $20.25/hr

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Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Position Title: Editor

Classification: Special Qualifications Position (PWS Section 1.11.a)

Contract: Army University Press (AUP) Press Support, TOR 26-C-07 (CAC MA IDIQ Task Order)

Place of Performance: Army University Press offices, Fort Leavenworth, KS (Truesdell Hall, Lewis & Clark, Eisenhower Hall, and other AUP locations), or approved remote work arrangement per COR approval

Work Arrangement: On-site or remote; does not require in-person daily presence in a government facility (PWS 1.5.6)

Reports To: Team Chief / Contracting Officer's Representative (COR)

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Position Summary

The Editor performs manuscript editing and publication preparation in support of the Army University Press (AUP) publishing mission. This is a Special Qualifications position under the PWS, responsible for editing assigned manuscripts for grammar, style, and tone; editing graphics for publication; obtaining Cataloging-in-Publication (CIP) data for book-length works; and laying out manuscripts for digital and hard-copy print publication.


Required Qualifications (PWS Section 1.11.a)

  • Bachelor of Arts (BA) in English, or an English concentration, required.
  • 5-10 years of experience in manuscript editing and preparing documents for publication.
  • Highly proficient with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
  • Highly proficient with Adobe InDesign, for laying out the document.
  • Highly proficient with Adobe Photoshop, for preparing photos to import into the layout.
  • Highly proficient with Adobe Illustrator, for charts and maps (especially those composed in PowerPoint) to import into the layout.
  • Highly proficient with Adobe Acrobat Professional, to create PDF versions of manuscripts for distribution and for downloading off the Army University Press website.


Additional Responsibilities

  • Assist the Team Chief with cover design for published manuscripts.
  • Coordinate with COR to receive AUP-required style and document format guidance during initial in-processing.
  • Maintain records of illustration sourcing to ensure all graphics are free of copyright protection.
  • Be prepared to edit two works simultaneously, as required.
  • Deliver completed book projects and edited pages via email or DoD SAFE file transfer to the COR, per the applicable subtask requirements.


Work Environment

This is a non-personal services position. The Contractor furnishes all personnel, equipment, and materials necessary to perform the work, including equipment needed to support remote work when a remote arrangement is approved by the COR (PWS Sections 3.2, 4.1). The position does not require in-person daily presence at a government facility; personnel performing on-site work will be based at Army University Press facilities at Fort Leavenworth, KS.