Job Description

Copy Editor and Production Coordinator

Mission

To enrich the quality of life by inspiring greater well-being in every individual.

Summary

The Copy Editor and Production Coordinator is responsible for proofing, copy editing and coordinating production of the managed communities’ newsletters and calendars on a monthly basis.

Primary Responsibilities

• Revise, edit, and proofread content that is provided by the managed communities to include in newsletters and calendars.
• Check copy for spelling and grammatical errors.
• Write clear and persuasive copy and headlines for newsletters and calendars.
• Lay content out into pre-designed templates.
• Work with designers, production artist, printers, and production companies to complete the production and delivery of newsletters and calendars to the managed communities.
• Ensure production stays on schedule.
• Ensure final files are shared with the web developer for uploading to the websites and for email campaigns.
• Respond to feedback in a timely manner.
• Work within tight deadlines.
• Assist the marketing team with other projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Must possess the ability to make independent decisions, follow instructions, and accept constructive criticism. Must be able to deal tactfully with team members and managed community team members.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Mass Communications or Copywriting, or equivalent creative field
• A minimum of 3 years of experience as a professional copy editing and in production with a portfolio demonstrating print communication materials
• Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines and in high-pressure situations
• Ability to take direction from individuals as well as being self-directed
• Excellent time management skills
• Superior communication and team collaboration skills
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite with special expertise in Adobe InDesign
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Discipline to keep estimates, documentation, and timekeeping up to date

The Goodman Group is Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace.

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