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Freelance Academic Editor (Published March 17)
Wordvice, an international English editing company, is seeking qualified and experienced freelance editors to join our team of professionals. Whether a research article, dissertation, thesis, or admissions essay, we aim to preserve an author’s voice and underlying message while revising the more technical and organizational aspects of that author’s writing. To achieve this goal, we require outstanding and intuitive editors who are willing to work with us and grow to meet the specific needs of our ESL clients. NOTE: THIS IS A 100% REMOTE POSITION.
Basic Qualifications:
- Native fluency in English.
- Be enrolled in or have completed a graduate degree program in a relevant field.
- Knowledge and ability to apply various formatting styles, such as APA, MLA, and Chicago.
- Advanced proficiency with MS Word and its “track changes” feature.
- A keen eye for spotting errors in writing.
[Key Responsibilities] - Edit and proofread academic manuscripts, e.g., journal submissions, medical reports, and
responses to reviewers. - Write marginal comments explaining revisions and potential changes in authorial meaning.
- Write one overall comment to the author.
- Respond to order notifications in a timely manner and meet order deadlines.
- Reply to clients in a timely manner and answer any questions they may have regarding their
documents.
Why Edit with Wordvice?
- Freedom and flexibility
- Steady inflow of work orders
- Ongoing feedback, and skill-building tools to satisfy our ESL clients
- Efficient and convenient order-processing system
How to apply: Submit your application through the Wordvice website. Should you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact us at edit@wordvice.com.
Application deadline: April 17, 2025
Réviseur/Réviseuse technique (Publié le 17 mars)
Poste permanent à temps plein (37.5 heures/semaine)
Rheinmetall Canada est fière de faire partie du groupe allemand Rheinmetall, un des plus grands fournisseurs européens de systèmes et d’équipement pour la défense et la sécurité. Nous offrons des solutions novatrices pour les systèmes de véhicules, les systèmes tactiques et les solutions électroniques. Parmi les nombreux avantages que nous offrons : un horaire de travail flexible avec télétravail, une gamme complète d’avantages sociaux, un service de cafétéria, une salle de divertissement et d’entraînement, un stationnement gratuit et un environnement entouré de verdure. En tant que réviseur/réviseuse technique chez Rheinmetall Canada, vous bénéficierez d’un milieu de travail dynamique et humain qui valorise le travail d’équipe, le leadership et le dépassement de soi. Votre mandat principal sera de soutenir le service de l’ingénierie dans la révision de documentation technique diverse (devis, spécifications techniques, fiches de produits, rapports d’essais, etc.), de produits servant à la formation technique et de publications techniques.
Voici ce que seront vos principaux défis :
▪ Réviser une multitude de documents techniques, selon la priorité et l’ordre de traitement, afin d’en assurer l’uniformité
et l’exactitude.
▪ S’assurer de respecter les normes établies et les procédures internes de l’organisation, en termes de présentation des
documents.
▪ Traduire occasionnellement de l’anglais au français et l’inverse.
▪ Produire les évaluations de charge de travail.
▪ Publier les documents révisés selon les normes établies de l’entreprise.
Les acquis que nous recherchons :
▪ Maîtriser l’anglais et le français écrit.
▪ Détenir un baccalauréat en rédaction professionnelle ou un diplôme en rédaction technique d’une institution réputée, ou
cumuler une expérience de travail équivalente.
▪ Avoir au moins 3 ans d’expérience en rédaction technique.
▪ Connaitre les logiciels de suite Office de Microsoft et Adobe Acrobat.
Atouts
▪ Expérience en traduction.
▪ Connaître le logiciel Framemaker.
▪ Connaître le logiciel SAP.
▪ Connaître la documentation du domaine militaire ou de l’aérospatiale.
▪ Connaître la norme S1000D.
Nous remercions tous les postulants de leur intérêt. Cependant, nous ne communiquerons qu’avec les personnes dont la candidature sera retenue. Rheinmetall Canada souscrit au principe d’équité en matière d’emploi.
*Les clients et partenaires de Rheinmetall Canada sont en majorité de l’extérieur du Québec, de même que sa filiale Rheinmetall Provectus qui est
basée en Ontario.
** Certaines conditions varient selon le statut du poste.
Comment postuler: Postuler en ligne à www.rheinmetall.com.
Date limite: le 17 avril, 2025.
Editor (Published March 6)
Reporting Relationship: Director, Publications
Department: Publications
Organization Description: JUMP Math is a Canadian charity with global reach that empowers
teachers and educators to multiply the potential in every classroom through research-informed,
curriculum-aligned resources and approaches that ignite and nurture an enduring understanding
and love of math in every student. For more information: www.jumpmath.org
Position Summary: Reporting to the Director, Publications, the Editor stewards resources through the production process (from writer handover to publication) for digital and print math resources. Working with writers, graphic designers, and other editors, the Editor ensures resources are published on time and consistently conforming to high editorial standards. This is a full-time role (37.5 hours/week). We are looking for 2 candidates who will work in a
short-term contract role for up to 6 months.
Location of Work: This role is mainly remote, but you may be required occasionally to attend in
person meetings at the JUMP Math office or attend programs on site within the GTA.
Salary Range: $54,200 to $56,000 based on experience
Key Accountabilities:
- Create departmental style guides for new print resources and respond to queries
about house style - Copyedit and proofread manuscript in Word, Excel and Acrobat
- Liaise between writers and graphic designers during production process
- Proof passes for fidelity to previous passes
- Check printer-proofs
- Implement updates to JUMP Math website Digital Resources
- Create departmental style guides for new digital resources and respond to queries
about house style - Liaise between writers and graphic designers during production process
- Liaise with stakeholders during and post-production
- Copyedit and proofread content on digital platforms including Learning Management
Systems/Content Management Systems - Check assets for fidelity to writer specifications
- Participate in the post-publication process
- Implement updates to LMS Administration
- Train new editorial staff (in-house and contractors)
- Identify opportunities for efficiency during production process
- Maintain correction logs and implement as needed
- Act for the Senior Editor as needed
Skills:
- Excellent editorial skills
- Excellent communication, especially written
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills
- Proficiency with Word, Excel, and Acrobat
- Familiarity with CMS and LMS platforms an asset
- Knowledge and use of standard editing/proofreading mark-up
- Proven ability to consistently meet deadlines
Personal Attributes:
- Keen eye for detail
- Team player
- Diplomatic and patient
- Ability to focus on a task for long periods
- Proactive problem-solver
- Strong memory
- Calm under pressure
- Flexible/adaptable
We thank all applicants for their interest. Qualified candidates will be interviewed as applications
are received until a suitable candidate is hired. Only those considered for an interview will be
contacted. No phone calls please. JUMP Math is committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, women, Indigenous/Aboriginal people of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and others who may contribute to further diversification of ideas. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. If you require accessibility accommodation, please indicate in your application. Application is only open to those legally eligible to work in Canada.
How to apply: Qualified candidates may email careers@jumpmath.org with a cover letter and resume. Please include position title in subject line of email. Please use the cover letter to explain in one page how your qualifications match our requirements and why this job is right for you at this point in your career.
Application deadline: On or before April 4, 2025
Seeking Copyeditor (Published March 4)
Tomb Divers is a harem, fantasy novel. It is a story about a group of adventurers searching for a long, lost tomb and is inspired by Egyptian/Mesopotamian mythology. There are multiple love interests and the novel contains sexually explicit scenes. It is 125 000 words in length. I’m looking for a copy editor to go through and look for grammar and word-usage mistakes before eventually self-publishing it. I have no hard deadline for this project, but the manuscript is ready and I would prefer somebody who can begin working soon. As for budget, I’d like to pay less than 1500 CAD. I know that this is low for the length of this project, but I am willing to negotiate if I find the right person.
I look forward to hearing from you!
How to apply: Please contact Paul Keenan at: robynbee994@gmail.com for more information.
Application deadline: March 30, 2025
Editor (Published February 19)
I am looking to recruit services for editing a psychology/mental health focused research article. An important stipulation I want to ensure is that in writing, any and all copyright around the created materials transfer to me and that the Guidelines for Ethical Editing of Graduate Student Texts are followed. I am happy to discuss more and answer questions that you have before taking on this project.
Responsibilities:
- Edit according to the Guidelines for Ethical Editing of Graduate Student Texts.
- Stay within budget/agreed upon charges for service.
- Fast return time.
Qualifications:
- Familiarity with subject matter related to: mental health, music, psychology, and history.
- Familiarity with APA 7.
How to apply: If you are interested in this listing, please contact OGWAF18@gmail.com with a relevant subject line to ensure your email isn’t blocked by filters.
Application deadline: The deadline has been extended to March 18.
Science Editors Needed! – Research Journals (Remote)
Remote Copyeditors Needed – MPS North America LLC continues ongoing recruitment of experienced copyeditors with scientific backgrounds (at least a bachelor of science degree in a scientific discipline). Our current need is for Physical Sciences copyeditors, though editors from all scientific backgrounds are welcome to apply. MPS is an international leader in editorial and publishing services, managing a talented group of freelancers copyediting peer-reviewed journal articles to style for major STEM journal publishers. NOTE: Prior copyediting experience is REQUIRED to apply for this position. This is a remote freelance position.
Essential Qualifications
- BS degree or higher in scientific disciplines such as Geology, Physics, Chemistry, Ecology, Botany, Agronomy, Soil Science, Biology, Medicine, and any other natural/physical science
- Prior research journal copyediting experience
- Fluent English speakers with exceptional grasp of style, grammar, and language skills
- Computer literate
- Superb attention to detail
Desirable Qualifications
- Additional copyediting experience / qualifications
- Experience editing in web-based editing platforms
- Postgraduate scientific qualifications
How to Apply: Candidates must complete and pass a challenging copyediting test. Successful applicants will receive subsequent software and style training. Please email your resume/CV to copyedit-us@mpslimited.com, and include your specific fields of scientific experience/expertise, and how you heard about this position.
Remote Book Editor
Who we are:
Reedsy is a community of over 1,000,000 authors and freelance publishing professionals, creating high-quality and beautiful books. We help authors to find and work with the top professionals in the industry: from editors to designers, marketers, and translators.
What we’re looking for:
This is a freelance opportunity.
We are seeking talented editors to join our fast-growing community of the industry’s top publishing professionals. Reedsy’s vetted group of freelancers have worked on a range of widely acclaimed novels such as The Hunger Games, Originals (Adam grant), and His Dark Materials (Phillip Pullman) series. There are hundreds of authors currently looking for an editor on Reedsy. Reedsy allows you to pick which genres you’d like to edit so you only receive projects in your area of interest. Once your application has been approved, you will be among the industry’s top 1% of talent.
The minimum requirements we look for are as followed:
- have 3+ years of editing experience
- experience working with traditional publishers
- demonstrate experience on at least 5 published books that are well-reviewed (and available on Amazon or Google Books)
How to apply: