Role Description

The Bilingual Copy Editor will work closely with content developers, language specialists, producers, and designers to build and improve Amplify English and Spanish Language Arts curriculum products. The person in this role is responsible for editing and proofreading ELA and SLA curriculum and other materials.

• Copy edit and proofread Spanish and English curriculum products and other relevant materials (both print and digital components)
• Collaborate with writers and language specialists to understand their intended meaning and improve on the clarity of their text
• Identify inconsistencies and raise other content issues to writers for resolve
• Check the accuracy and reliability of all content from external sources, such as direct quotes, page references, common literary and cultural references, and non-curriculum texts
• Ensure alignment between student edition and teacher edition content
• Ensure content adheres to style guidelines and correct text when necessary
• Align all text to reflect in-house styles

Qualifications

• 2+ years of copy editing experience in both Spanish and English, with a track record of producing clean documents on time
• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and work experience
• Native-level command of written and verbal Spanish, with excellent knowledge of grammar, punctuation, and other technical conventions of writing
• Advanced written and verbal understanding of the English language and rules of grammar, punctuation, and other technical aspects of writing
• Exceptional attention to detail and demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
• Outstanding communication skills and experience working collaboratively with team members, including writers, reviewers, graphic designers, and managers

Requirements

• Working knowledge of elementary SLA and ELA products
• Working knowledge of English and Spanish literature and literacy
• Experience editing print and digital curricular materials

Compensation

• The hourly rate range for this role is $40 - $45