Copy Editor Volunteer Jobs Near Me

Company Description

• Are you seeking a volunteer role that affords you an opportunity to gain valuable work experience while being committed to helping further the efforts of ARO's mission in helping victims of abuse?
• Do you like the flexibility of working within a virtual environment?
• Enjoy interacting globally with others who share the same passion for making a difference?

• Are you interested in the value of developing your skill sets, departmental cross-training, leadership roles, mentoring or the opportunity to excel within your chosen vocation?

Apply with ARO today and join our team of amazing volunteers!
**This is an unpaid volunteer position
Job Description
Responsibilities And What You Will Do:

• Designates assignments to Editorial Coordinators and be a resource for them.
• Review all content before it goes out.
• Uses word processing software and text management systems to edit and prepare copy for manuscripts and presentations.
• Edits publications according to specifications for style, tone, and length, while also ensuring correct use of grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
• Assists writers with selecting and finalizing artwork, photography, and text for reproduction.
• Ensures articles, manuals, proposals, and other publications meet style, formatting, and general quality standards.
• Ensures publications are completed on time and within applicable budget constraints.
• Examines physical proofs of printed materials.
• Confirms that publications meet customer specifications.
• Maintains current knowledge of developments and trends in the area of content specialty.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Here's what we're looking for:

• Be available to volunteer 15+ hours/week for 12+ Months
• Excellent leadership skills.
• Proficient writing and editing skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient with text management and desktop publishing software.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, or similar software.
• Previous management or supervisory experience.
• Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, or related field preferred.
• Five years of editing experience required.

Additional Information
About Abuse Refuge Org:
At ARO, we are here to support your personal healing journey towards your complete well-being. We bring solutions and real-time education for 21 different types of abuses. The most prevalent abuses are Sexual Abuse, Spousal Abuse, Physical Abuse, Psychological Abuse, Narcissistic Abuse, Financial Abuse, Self Abuse, Elderly Abuse, Isolation Abuse, Child Abuse, Bullying, Cyberbullying, Workplace Abuse, Religious Abuse, Medical Abuse, Food Abuse, Authority Abuse, Educational Abuse, Child Sexual Exploitation, Sex Trafficking, and Political Abuse. Support our efforts by visiting https://abuserefuge.org/ and NormTherapy.com to sign up for Norm Therapist® Training to become one of our dynamic staff members who serve Victims and Survivors of abuse worldwide, schedule Norm Therapy® sessions, become a Live Stream volunteer, join our mailing list to learn how you can make an impact on the Abuse Care Community, and provide life-saving financial assistance with a generous donation.
At this time in ordinance with our BFOQ policy we are only hiring female identifying volunteers. In the near future we will be launching a male side to ARO at which point we will open up opportunities to all who are interested. You can view our BFOQ policy here https://abuserefuge.org/human-resources/#BFOQ
ARO is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We support the LGBTQ-IA+ community and the disabled communities.
For more about our hiring practices, please refer to:
Human Resources - Abuse Refuge Org