English Freelance Editor

Description

Summary: FocusEconomics is seeking an organized Freelance Editor with a keen eye for detail to transform macroeconomic articles into high-quality content. Highlights: 1. Uphold language quality standards and keep writing guidelines updated 2. Proofread and edit critical written content timely and consistently 3. Liaise with and support the chief editor in their role Based in Barcelona, Spain, FocusEconomics is a leading provider of economic intelligence reports, data solutions and a business intelligence platform for senior executives in multinational companies and governmental organizations. We are looking for an organized, hands\-on English Freelance Editor, who has a keen eye for detail, understands how to optimize content, and possesses a critical thinking mindset to transform macroeconomic articles into high\-quality content in a timely manner. **Key responsibilities** * Establish and uphold language quality standards for FocusEconomics’ written content, and keep FE writing guidelines updated. * Proofread and edit critical written content, distributed across our various platforms, in a timely manner according to FE deadlines. * Ensure critical written content is consistent with our style guide, and our broader aims and objectives (i.e. free from political bias, concise \& precise, etc). * Liaise with, take direction from and support FocusEconomics’ chief editor in their role. **Requirements** * Native English speaker * A bachelor's degree, preferably in Journalism, Communications, and/or English * Interested in performing editorial duties (proofreading, copyediting, and providing constructive feedback to in\-house and external writers). Past editing experience would be a bonus. * Well\-organized and with excellent time management skills, including prioritizing, scheduling, and adapting as necessary * Great attention to detail and love of the English language * Capable of developing ideas and proposals, and suggests improvements proactively * Excellent self\-motivation, written/verbal communication, and people skills * Team player with a collaborative spirit * Interest in global current affairs, experience with macroeconomics would be a bonus **Our Offer** * Flexible working hours * Hybrid or fully remote work model * International and friendly work environment * Central and well\-connected location in sunny Barcelona (metro Girona) Tipo de puesto: Jornada completa, Media jornada Ubicación del trabajo: Empleo remoto