Financial Copy Editor (Web Content)

Financial Copy Editor (Web Content)

Location : Vaughan, ON |Branch : Lombardi's Alpha

Growing media company in Vaughan, ON, currently accepting applications for a financial copy editor/proofreader for web content (financial and business news/opinion).

This position is full time with salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and the potential for a bonus. Core office hours are 8:30 to 4:30, Monday to Friday. The office is located in Vaughan, so the candidate must be willing to commute daily.

Seeking a committed, dependable person with flexible skills and great organizational abilities, who wants to learn and grow with our company long-term.

The ideal candidate will possess:

  • Minimum one to two years of professional copy editing experience (essential)
  • Familiarity with web content (experience in this area highly preferable)
  • Basic WordPress experience (essential)
  • Professional proofreading experience
  • Some basic SEO knowledge/experience
  • Post-secondary education in a relevant discipline
  • Basic math skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and quality
  • Ability to ensure deadlines are met without sacrificing quality
  • Multitasking skills and ability to deal with changing priorities
  • Research skills
  • Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Good general communication and office skills

A keen interest in or work experience with content related to the stock market or business/economic news would put you ahead of the crowd.

This is not a senior position (entry-level salary). Please include your resume and a cover letter/e-mail stating your salary expectations. Thank you!

Job Type: Full-time

Required education:

  • Diploma/Certificate

Required experience:

  • WordPress: 1 year
  • Copy editing: 1 year