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Westat Editorial Analyst - Remote in Nationwide, United States
27166BR
Job Title:
Editorial Analyst - Remote
Location:
US - Nationwide
Job Description:
Westat is an employee-owned corporation providing research services to agencies of the U.S. Government, as well as businesses, foundations, and state and local governments. Westat's research, technical, and administrative staff of more than 2,000 is located at our headquarters in Rockville, Maryland, near Washington, DC.
Westat is committed to building a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusivity, belonging and equity for all. We believe that our greatest strength draws on the different backgrounds, cultures, perspectives and experiences of our employees.
Job Summary
Westat is seeking an experienced editor to join its editorial team. The successful candidate will work on proposals and client deliverables such as research study reports, manuals, web content, and internal and external communication products.
A hybrid work arrangement with 1-2 days on-site at a Westat office location is preferred, remote work arrangements will be considered.
Job Responsibilities
Copyediting for accuracy, consistency, and conformity to style and tone across print, web, and multimedia platforms
Understanding and implementing client style guides for identity guidelines, usage, and formatting
Managing projects through the production life cycle, including coordinating with other creative teams, working with materials developers, and ensuring the overall quality of the work
Reviewing a variety of products targeted to different audiences across several research topics, including health, social policy, transportation, and education
Applying plain language principles
Participating in meetings with teams and clients
Basic Qualifications
A BA/BS in English, communications, journalism, or a related discipline
A minimum of 7 years of copyediting and production editing experience
Demonstrated work experience in assessing business materials for editorial needs, prioritizing work, and shifting gears as needed, managing a workload with both short- and long-term projects
Experience using a variety of style manuals (e.g., APA, Chicago, GPO, AMA) and the ability to learn and apply other client styles
Demonstrated ability to edit and format references according to various style guides
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated skill in editing a variety of business documents, including proposals, reports, and presentations
Demonstrated experience with substantive editing
Experience working with teams of authors, editors, graphic designers, and production specialists
Proficiency in MS Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat
Experience with Monday.com and Box a plus
Minimum Qualifications
Demonstrated communication skills
Collaboration with teams, managers, and/or clients
Organization skills, including time management ability
Detail oriented
Westat offers a well-rounded and comprehensive benefits program focused on wellness and work/life balance. Subject to plan requirements, employees may participate in:
Employee Stock Ownership Plan
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Parental Leave
Vacation Leave (15 days per year)
Sick Leave (10 days per year)
Holiday Leave (7 government holidays and 1 floating holidays per year)
Professional Development
Health Advocate
Employee Assistance Program
Travel Accident Insurance
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Short Term Disability Insurance
Long Term Disability Insurance
Life and AD&D Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
This opportunity will be posted for a minimum of 5 days and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.
Westat is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, or any other protected status under applicable law.
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Job ID:
27166BR
Career Area:
Administrative
Pay Range:
The anticipated salary range for this role is $78,800 to $90,000 commensurate with experience.
Bonus Eligibility:
yes