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Dlapiper

Digital Marketing Coordinator

Boston, MA · On-site +1

$30.99 - $48.35/hr

Resize or crop digital images using image-editing applications * Provide virtual event support as required * Perform QA on all new or updated webpages, email messages, and/or event sites to ensure ...

AVI-SPL

Senior Event Technician

Cambridge, MA · On-site

... virtual event platforms such as StreamYard, Wirecast, and VMix * Provide support for staging and creative lighting design. * Support post-production needs including basic clean up and content editing ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Virtual Editor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Virtual Editor, you need strong language proficiency, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of grammar and style, often supported by a degree in English, journalism, or communications. Familiarity with editing software such as Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Word's track changes, and content management systems is typically required. Exceptional time management, communication skills, and the ability to collaborate remotely set outstanding Virtual Editors apart. These skills are crucial for delivering polished, error-free content efficiently while meeting the needs of diverse clients and teams in a remote work environment.

What is the difference between Virtual Editing vs Content Editor?

AspectVirtual EditingContent Editor
CredentialsTypically requires editing, writing, or communication skills; certifications varyOften requires journalism, communications, or related degrees; editing certifications are common
Work EnvironmentRemote, flexible, digital platformsRemote or on-site, media or publishing companies
Employer & IndustryFreelance, publishing, media, marketingMedia outlets, publishing houses, online platforms

Virtual Editing involves editing content remotely across various digital formats, focusing on clarity and accuracy. Content Editors typically oversee the quality and consistency of content within media or publishing organizations. While both roles require strong editing skills, Virtual Editors often work freelance or remotely, whereas Content Editors are usually employed by organizations. Understanding these differences helps job seekers identify the right role based on credentials, work environment, and industry focus.

What is virtual editing?

Virtual editing refers to the process of editing digital content—such as videos, photos, or audio—remotely using specialized software and cloud-based tools. Instead of working in a physical studio, virtual editors can collaborate with clients and teams from anywhere in the world. This approach allows for greater flexibility, faster turnaround times, and access to a wider pool of talent. Virtual editing is commonly used in film, television, online media, and marketing industries.

What are some common challenges virtual editors face and how can they overcome them?

Virtual editors often encounter challenges such as managing communication across remote teams, balancing multiple projects with tight deadlines, and maintaining consistent quality without in-person collaboration. To overcome these hurdles, it's important to establish clear communication channels, utilize project management tools, and set regular check-ins with clients or team members. Staying organized, proactively seeking feedback, and keeping up-to-date with editing software advancements also help virtual editors deliver high-quality work while working remotely.
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Infographic showing various Virtual Editing job openings in Massachusetts as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 73% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 75% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 20% Remote job distribution.

Project Editor

Center for Responsive Schools

Turners Falls, MA • On-site

$53K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Project Editor provides editorial support for publications and educational programs, including teacher materials, ancillaries, licensed trade books, digital products, catalogs, and marketing collateral. The project editor is responsible for managing projects, often multiple projects simultaneously and usually for the lifetime of the project. Projects may be multi-year and multi-component, or small-scale (for example, new books, reprints, workshop products, articles, new or replacement lessons, lesson components and products, small guides, research reports, and marketing collateral). Finished products will be published in both print and digital formats.
The ideal candidate is a team player, a self-starter, and a lifelong learner. They will have developmental-level editing skills, excellent command of editorial processes and styles, and show evidence of ability to project manage in multiphase projects with multiple components.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Planning, coordinating and managing a variety of publications projections
  • Project manages a variety of titles from a range of publishing areas from proposal or receipt of manuscript through to print-ready files, including the preparation of digital assets while keeping to schedule and deliverable timeline specifications.
  • Manages timelines to ensure that projects stay on schedule.
  • Coordinates production review processes (all stages of page proof review).
  • Ensures smooth running of projects from manuscript to final print and digital files, in conjunction with the Chief Publications Officer.
  • Establishes excellent relations with authors, illustrators and other external clients, keeping them fully informed of progress, ensuring project expectations are adhered to as the project develops.
  • Develops and maintains good relationships with all in-house staff, knowing where each project is in the system at any given time, ensuring that work is placed appropriately in-house, completing all handover to production forms fully and accurately.
  • Liaises with Programs and production staff regarding completion dates for project deliverables,
  • Collaborates with Chief Publications Officer as requested to develop schedules for projects, ensuring that all deadlines are met, and keeps the Chief and/or Senior Editor informed of any schedule changes.

Editing and Writing
  • Performs manuscript editing tasks, from substantive developmental editing of content to copy editing for consistency and style, and ensures that all materials developed adhere to the style guides/sheets.
  • Partners with copy editors, proofreaders, translators, fact checkers, and other freelance/contract staff as needed.
  • Quality checks all in-house work before it is sent out for internal or external review, checks all outsourced work to ensure that it adheres to the guidelines given and meets the expected standards; gives each project a final check to ensure that CPM standards have been maintained.
  • Undertakes in-house writing, copy-editing, and proofreading on projects as required; organizing clients', authors and proofreaders' mark-ups.
  • Familiar with the purpose of a variety of style guides and able to edit work following the publications department's chosen style guide.

General administration
  • Ensures all correspondence files are up to date and complete.
  • Archives and keeps full proof records until a project is completed and closed.
  • Collaborates with Production Coordinator to record all details relevant to the history of a project.
  • Prepares text of completed projects for website, marketing sales or other as required.
  • Assists with general publications tasks as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES REQUIRED:
  • Bachelor's degree in communication, English or journalism or closely related field, background in education a plus.
  • At least 3 years of experience in writing and editing, preferably in book publishing and preferably in an office setting.
  • Strong organizational skills and file management abilities.
  • Receptive to direction, feedback, and editing from people with varying roles and backgrounds.
  • Deadline-oriented with the ability to prioritize work to meet project due dates.
  • Ability to juggle multiple projects at one time.
  • Highly organized, excellent attention to detail, strong oral and written communication.
  • High accountability for performance, able to receive and apply feedback.
  • Disposition is consistently professional, cooperative, and collegial as evidenced by workplace maturity, composure, perspective, transparency, reliability, integrity, and trustworthiness.
  • Caring for and, committed to the vision, mission, and welfare of CRS.
  • Respects and values diversity; represents CRS positively and professionally in interactions with clients, vendors, and the community at large in both real and virtual interactions.
  • Able to work and thrive in an open-suite, highly collaborative environment.
  • Prompt, regular and reliable attendance.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Able to use a computer or phone for up to 8 hours per day, with breaks and lunch.
  • Able to lift 30 lbs. on occasion.
  • Must be able to show proof of COVID-19 primary vaccinations or submit a medical or religious exemption.

These requirements are representative, but not all-inclusive, of the knowledge, skill, and ability required to perform this job. Other duties, as assigned by the jobholder's supervisor, may also be required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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