Editor II

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The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

At WGU, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:
 

Grade: Professional 305

Pay Range: $54,800.00 - $82,200.00

Job Description

The Editor II has a passion for precision, quickly and accurately editing a high volume of copy content across various media. This editor is responsible for ensuring that all projects are free of errors, maintain the WGU voice, uphold the WGU brand, and adhere to legal and editorial standards. Duties of the role include proofreading, copyediting, and substantive editing throughout the marketing asset development process. This team member collaborates with copywriters, designers, editorial managers, and others throughout the Marketing department to deliver high-quality assets for every project, providing the best experience for our students and supporting WGU’s mission to change lives for the better by creating pathways to opportunity.

 

Essential functions and responsibilities

• Proofreads, copyedits, and substantively edits copy for projects across all media channels, including digital, social media, email, SEO, branded content, websites, print ads, mobile, etc., and ensures that all work is completed on time
• Edits materials for clarity, accuracy, readability, brand consistency, style, etc.
• Maintains deep knowledge of WGU’s schools, programs, and offerings to ensure accuracy
• Partners with copywriters to develop copy that achieves project objectives
• Collaborates with designers to ensure all copy is accurately represented, laid out, and proofread prior to project release
• Ensures that all language is accurate and in compliance with legal and academic standards
• Maintains consistent implementation of the brand and tone of voice
• Understands WGU’s marketing channels and the many audiences our assets reach
• Participates in brainstorming sessions and provides copy insights and concepts as well as suggestions for improving all marketing content
• Attends editing team meetings and other meetings as an active participant, providing feedback on matters related to copy, voice and tone, style, and editing
• Updates the Marketing Editorial Style Guide and other team resources as directed
• Assists executives and team members with occasional presentation proofreading and general editorial support across the department

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

• Exceptional skills in proofreading, copyediting, and substantive editing
• Excellent attention to detail
• Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize work and manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Ability to concentrate on fine details for long periods of time
• Excellent communicator and collaborator
• Awareness of marketing communications and their best practices, as well as editing for such media
• Ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced team environment
• Strong interpersonal skills (open, friendly, and supportive attitude)
• Committed to excellence in every aspect of their work
• Technical skills in MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Teams, etc.)
• Capacity to adapt to WGU tools and resources (Workfront, Knak, etc.)
• Familiarity with common editorial style guides (Chicago, AP) and applying house styles

Job qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in English, journalism, or another communications-related field
• At least two years of prior editing experience
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite
• Familiarity with The Chicago Manual of Style and ed