Copy Editor

Job Description

Position: Senior Copy Editor Location: Mumbai/Kolkata Exp. Level: Min 5-7 Years Job Summary We are seeking a motivated Senior Copy Editor to join our dynamic team. The main purpose of the Senior Copy Editor role is to work alongside subject matter experts, media specialists, and learning designers to deliver editorial quality assurance of online educational content. Your primary duty will be to edit, copyedit, and proofread EdTech content while adhering to PFGs quality standards, style guides, editorial policies, and brand requirements. You may also be required to conduct quality assurance of editing and proofreading work performed by other editors within the copy editing team. Role and Responsibilities Edit and proofread written content according to the quality frameworks, brand standards, and style guides, focusing on: Grammar, punctuation, and spelling Voice, tone, and writing style Logic, accuracy, and consistency across course content Comprehension and readability for an American English audience of different ages and education levels Formatting, layout, and structure Fact-checking, when needed Inclusive, equitable language and accessibility requirements Academic integrity and alignment with subject matter Conduct quality assurance of team members work to ensure quality standards are met, and provide feedback to the Lead Copy Editor to address any areas for improvement. Receive and implement feedback based on client requirements and content aims. Edit work directly on clients learning management system (LMS) when required, ensuring no errors are introduced. Multitask and work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while upholding the required quality standards. Collaborate proactively with cross-regional and cross-functional teams to ensure the achievement of project outcomes and quality standards. Communicate effectively with the project management team on time and deadline expectations and the status of work. Adopt a learning mindset and be willing to share your knowledge and editing best practices with the team. Qualifications Master's degree in English, journalism, publishing, law, or similar Minimum of 5-7 years experience working in an editing or proofreading role, preferably in the education or EdTech space. Skills Previous editing, copyediting, and proofreading experience Prior work experience with academic publishers and in the K-12 domain is preferred. Excellent written skills, including thorough knowledge of grammar, syntax, spelling, and punctuation, and comfort working in American English. Ability to accurately reference style guides, particularly the Chicago Manual of Style. Meticulous attention to detail, accuracy, and consistency. Highly skilled in using Adobe Acrobat Pro and GSuite. Good understanding of end-to-end content creation and how your work fits into the final course product. Strong organizational skills focused on project- and time-management. Experience in using a project management system like ClickUp or Asana is a plus. Excellent communication skills to facilitate active involvement in meetings and collaboration opportunities across teams, both in person and online. An open, inclusive approach to working with people from different cultures and diverse backgrounds. Working Conditions LearningMate is a fast-paced, dynamic work environment where change is embraced and employees who welcome teamwork and collaboration will thrive. At LearningMate, you are expected to be proactive and independent, while also being comfortable asking for support when needed. Continuous learning forms part of the daily rhythm at LearningMate, and you will need to be receptive to providing and receiving regular feedback and engaging in upskilling opportunities when they arise. About LearningMate LearningMate is a part of the Straive group and uses technology, digital media, large-scale data, and solutions to build strong, firm foundations in engineering and learning design. This approach helps close the gap between students, teachers, and content curators. The biggest publishers, universities, and government education departments worldwide use LearningMate's solutions to assist in developing, implementing, and streamlining their digital infrastructure. With more than 3,500 employees globally, LearningMate has established educational hubs in the United States, the United Kingdom, South Africa, and India. Interested candidates please share your updated resume at neelam.fernandes@learningmate.com. Thanks & Regards, Neelam Fernandes HR Team - Mumbai