Do you enjoy tinkering with other peoples writing to help them communicate their ideas, thoughts, and concepts in a clear and engaging way? Do you keep the audience at front of mind, and are are you proactive in identifying potential issues? Do you ask smart questions. Are you willing to do a little digging to find the answers?
Do you also posses the rare skill of being able to dot every “i” and cross every “t” (not some, not most, but EVERY) in a document? Can you make sure that every comma, colon, dash, and semi-colon are in place? Can you ensure that each word is spelled correctly? Do you know when to use an en dash verses an em dash?
As a copy editor in our marketing department, you will be juggling a number of projects—often with competing deadlines. From magazine articles to conference materials, to corporate forms, web content, and more—with your help, not only will the writing be top-notch, but you’ll also be insuring that our materials are error-free. The ability to wear a copy editor hat and a proofreader hat at the same time is essential.
Our new copy editor will be someone who’s able to work in a fast-paced environment, remain calm under pressure, and maintain consistency. A confidant self starter that is comfortable working on their own and doesn’t need a lot of handholding. If that sounds like you, please send us your resume.
We know its a tall order. Not everyone is capable of being a “great” copy editor and proofreader. It demands a unique ability to be able to go line by line and character by character to make sure that a document is perfect. And we demand perfection! We don’t want an average or good individual for this position. You must be great—and beyond. If you think you’re more than up to the task, by all means, stand up and be counted!
By the way, there are a number of errors scattered throughout the above job description. Identify all of them correctly when you submit your resume, and you will be considered. Miss one, and you will not hear from us. If you cannot find any, please do not apply. Good luck!
The ideal candidate would also meet the following requirements:
Exceptional grasp of the English language
Knowledge of Chicago Manual of Style, a plus
Excellent command of proofreader’s marks
4+ years of copyediting experience
Familiarity with and experience editing financial-related material
Can handle multiple tasks and deadlines (and maintain 99.99% accuracy)
Comfortable working independently
Able to focus in a fast-paced and sometimes noisy environment
BS/BA in English, preferred
Flexible work schedule—this is a part-time position, but you may be called upon to work full-time, as needed
A Best Place to Work, a Great Place to Be
Commonwealth Financial Network® is an independent broker/dealer based in Waltham, Massachusetts, and San Diego, California.
We are a community of more than 400 home office staff helping more than 1,300 independent financial advisors achieve their own version of success. Our dual vision—to be the best at everything we do and to maintain a supportive environment where we all can thrive—has earned us recognition as a Boston Business Journal Best Place to Work for the last six consecutive years; a Computerworld Best Place to Work in IT for the past three consecutive years; and #1 debuts in the midsize category in the Boston Globe’s 2008 list of the 100 Top Places to Work and the San Diego Business Journal’s 2009 Best Places to Work.
We stand apart for our commitment to indispensable service, profitability, individual development—and fun. If you’re equally passionate about what you do and want to know more about our refreshing culture, please let us hear from you.
Commonwealth Financial Network is an equal opportunity employer.
Newsletter Production: Position NEEP as a visible, leading resource for facilitating energy efficiency solutions by developing, distributing and tracking readership of electronic newsletter. As Newsletter manager, the marketing communications specialist will brainstorm themes and article topics with staff, write and edit copy, create graphic and visual imagery supporting main messages, manage staff input, format and design layout for website and electronic distribution, ensure timely distribution, update and grow contact lists and track readership.
Communication Development (Brochures, Annual Report, Event Support): Lead production of communication materials including: strategy and timeline development, writing copy, building supporting graphics, coordinating design, producing and distributing finished communications. Responsibilities include strategy development, writing, editing, graphic design and layout, production and distribution.
Template Content Building for NEEP’s Communications: Collaborate with staff to develop written and graphic content for a variety of uses to enable consistent and controlled communications by all NEEP staff. Coordinate integration of message and graphics during production of communication materials for website, reports, collateral, and media.
Event Materials Production- Lead the production of web content, written materials (program, bio’s, signage, etc.) and general communications for NEEP events.
Editing Support: Collaborate with staff to monitor and assist in production of communication materials ensuring consistency and clarity in NEEP’s brand and messaging.
Qualifications:
• B.S. in Communications, Marketing, English, Journalism, PR or related field.
• 3-5+ years marketing experience in energy or environmental industry with familiarity communicating to policy makers and technology providers.
• Demonstrated ability to understand technical concepts and write about them clearly and concisely.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good track record in managing projects and working with various team members to accomplish common objectives.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, (PowerPoint, Excel, Word), Constant Contact and sound understanding of graphic design software (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Quark, HTML).
• Interest in energy efficiency and environment.
To apply, please send a resume, along with cover letter, by e-mail to the "reply to" address.
NEEP is a non-profit, mission-driven organization whose objective is to achieve long-term cost-effective energy savings by broadening the market availability and consumer demand for high quality, attractive, energy efficient products and services.
Job Description
Tzu Chi Foundation U.S.A. has an immediate opening for a part-time senior translator/editor. The translator/editor will serve as a member of one or more translation projects at Tzu Chi Foundation U.S.A. and work in the capacity of a translator or an editor or both.
The ideal candidate must have excellent English writing and editing abilities and be fluent in Chinese. Past translation experience (from Chinese to English) is required. Candidate with experience in translation of Buddhist materials is preferred. For those with no Buddhist background, studying and understanding of “The Way to Buddhahood” by Master Yin Shun is a plus. The candidate must be able to work independently as well as within a team environment. The minimum commitment is two years.
When the candidate’s resume has been reviewed and deemed qualified, the candidate will be asked to do a sample translation and sample editing work of Dharma as Cleansing Water (法譬如水) samples as prerequisite of interview. The candidate must be able to provide a copy of sample translation of the Dharma as Cleansing Water project.
This is a part time position. A full time position may be available depending on the performance and qualification of the candidate.
Hours
Up to 19 hours per week
Flexible work hours working at Tzu Chi Hawaii Office
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Complete translation and/or editing assignments as scheduled
2. Create/refine/compile/maintain various glossaries as required
3. Work closely with volunteers and paid staff in translation projects
4. Work closely with volunteers and staff in coordination of the translation works
5. Other duties as may be assigned in support of translation projects
6. Applicant must have own access to MS Word and the Internet
Required Education and Experience
1. Bachelor’s Degree
2. Excellent English writing skills
3. Excellent knowledge in conversational English
4. Fluency in Chinese
5. Translation/editing experience
6. Excellent knowledge in MS Word
7. Familiarity with Tzu Chi a plus
8. Familiarity with Buddhism a plus
Job Availability
Immediate (following completion of hiring process)
The ideal candidate would be someone who can take apart a machine and put it back together again and then write replacement and repair procedures for the problem components.
Background:
Experience with MIL SPEC 40051-2 necessary
10+ years of experience
FrameMaker, ProE, Snagit, XML helpful
Someone who has gone deeper into hardware maintenance than just remote diagnostics
Excellent writing skills
Strong mechanical and electromechanical skills
Experience with hardware repair helpful
Field service background helpful
Military/Defense background