Copy Editor (Contractor)
Green Street
Copy Editor (Contractor)
- Category
- Writing/Editing
- Position Type
- Temporary Full-Time
- Office Model
- Hybrid
- Seniority Level (LinkedIn)
- Mid-Senior level
Position Overview
Green Street is seeking a highly motivated candidate with significant newsroom experience and high-level editing skills to join an elite news team at a fiercely independent journalistic organization with a 40-year history.
Green Street is the publisher of Real Estate Alert, Commercial Mortgage Alert and Asset-Backed Alert, leading titles in the business-to-business financial news industry. Green Street is also the leading independent research and advisory firm serving investors in public and private real estate markets in the U.S. and Europe. Top executives, including those at leading investment firms, banks and law firms, rely on articles published by Green Street’s news team. All three newsletters focus on scoops unavailable anywhere else and are considered the most respected sources of news and data in their markets.
Job Responsibilities
- Copy editing content across all three of Green Street’s newsletters, which have
staggered deadlines throughout each week. Editorial team consists of 12 reporters and
five editors, mostly in the Summit office where the copy editor will be based - Copy editing content for Green Street’s Canada publication
- Ensuring all copy meets the organization’s high standards for readability, accuracy and
exclusivity, while reflecting its signature authoritative voice - Ensuring consistency with the organization’s style guide
- Developing a level of familiarity and comfort with industry topics across all areas of
coverage - Coordinating copyflow and assisting the production team as required in the layout of
newsletters - Contact editors or reporters for questions on stories
Candidate Profile
In addition to a strong work ethic and superior track record, the Copy Editor (Contractor) position requires the following: outstanding editorial skills; journalistic experience as a reporter or editor; grounding and familiarity with financial concepts and terminology; sharp interpersonal skills, including exceptional oral communication abilities that instill staff loyalty, dedication and camaraderie; a high level of organization, creativity and resourcefulness; an ability to lead, develop and manage a team; and an ability to work independently and multitask.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- Five-plus years of relevant experience in journalism, including at least three as an editor or copy editor
- Familiarity with and experience editing using AP Style
- Familiarity working with a CMS and traditional publishing
- Superior written and verbal communication skills
- Familiarity with Word is preferred
Compensation, Benefits and Work Authorization
Total compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to, type of position, location, education level, work experience, and certifications. This information is applicable for all full-time positions.
Green Street will not sponsor or transfer employment work visas for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Company Overview and EEOC/Diversity
Green Street is a forward-thinking real assets company at the forefront of transforming the commercial real estate market with cutting-edge predictive analytics, data-driven insights, and actionable intelligence. With over 40 years of expertise, Green Street empowers investors, lenders, banks, and industry stakeholders across the U.S., Canada, Europe and Asia to make optimized investment and strategic decisions. To learn more, please visit www.greenstreet.com.
The success of Green Street is directly attributable to the strength of our people. A diverse and inclusive work environment where top talent can thrive, think freely and offer different perspectives makes our insights even stronger. We’re building a company culture where differences are celebrated and valued.
Green Street is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Green Street does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.
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