Condé Nast is a global media company producing the highest quality content with a footprint of more than 1 billion consumers in 32 territories through print, digital, video and social platforms. The company’s portfolio includes many of the world’s most respected and influential media properties including Vogue, Vanity Fair, Glamour, Self, GQ, The New Yorker, Condé Nast Traveler/Traveller, Allure, AD, Bon Appétit and Wired, among others.

Job Description

Location:

New York, NY

Seeking an efficient, flexible, seasoned copyediting professional to work as a Copy Manager for the Condé Nast Content Integrity Group (CIG), a shared-resources division of copy editors and researchers who support a range of consumer titles and content (including web, tablet, video, etc.). The Copy Manager will focus on quality assurance for at least one national consumer title, specifically during print shipping, and support multiple titles as needed. The Copy Manager will review content with an eye on the following: typos in spelling, in addition to punctuation, grammar, context, continuity, repetition, sensitive language, readability, style, and brand tone. The Copy Manager will collaborate with a Copy Director, the Global Copy Director, the CIG team, the Global Workflow team, and the brand to support content and workflows, and may participate in and/or lead projects initiated by CIG Copy and/or the Global Copy Director. This is not a supervisory role. This role may change as the needs and priorities of the company evolve.

 

Primary Responsibilities 

Deep-dive copyediting from manuscript through shipping on print titles, in addition to websites and digital platforms as necessary

Light line editing as necessary

Work with Copy Director and the Global Copy Director to support/assess workflow

Work with Art Production team and brand management to meet deadlines

Attend brand and CIG meetings as requested

Ensure that copy workflow is in line with global recommendations

Work on ancillary content as needed

Manage copy flow in Copy Director’s absence 

 

Requirements

At least 5 years’ experience copyediting consumer magazines

Proficiency in InCopy/K4 a plus

Strong knowledge of language trends and familiarity with a range of style guides

Excellent command of the English language 

Eagle eye for detail 

Ability to quickly and easily toggle between the editorial functions and the technical aspects of the role

Ability to meet deadlines, problem-solve, manage time effectively and creatively, and remain calm under pressure 

Excellent communication skills

Ability to multitask, prioritize, and switch gears 

Affable nature and adaptable personality 

Ability to embrace new structures, platforms, technology, and programs with ease

Ability to serve as a cooperative team member who takes direction as well as initiative

Digital/web/CMS experience a plus

The expected base salary range for this position is from $72,000-$98,000.  Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including but not limited to relevant skills, training, experience, and education.

What happens next?

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply below, and we will review your application as soon as possible. You can update your resume or upload a cover letter at any time by accessing your candidate profile.

Condé Nast is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status and other legally protected characteristics.