Careerscape is recruiting on behalf of our client, a lifestyle magazine based in New York, NY, for a Junior Copy Editor to join their editorial team. This is a great opportunity for a detail-obsessed word person to support senior editors in polishing feature stories, columns, and digital content before they go live, while working fully remote for a well-known name in lifestyle media.
Day to day, you will be proofreading drafts against the house style guide, catching inconsistencies, fact-checking small details, and flagging anything that needs a second look before it reaches the senior editorial team. People who thrive in this role love language, notice things others skim past, stay calm under tight deadlines, and take pride in making every sentence a little cleaner than they found it.
Responsibilities
Proofread articles, headlines, and captions for grammar, spelling, and punctuation accuracy
Check copy against the publication's style guide and AP style conventions
Flag factual inconsistencies or unclear phrasing for senior editors to review
Assist with light content edits to improve clarity and flow
Track revisions and maintain version control across editorial drafts
Collaborate with writers and senior editors during the editing and revision process
Support final quality checks before articles are published online or in print
Maintain and help update the internal style guide as standards evolve
Meet daily and weekly editorial deadlines in a fast-paced publishing environment
Organize and prioritize a queue of incoming articles awaiting review
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field
Strong command of grammar, spelling, and punctuation
Familiarity with AP style or willingness to learn quickly
Excellent attention to detail and ability to catch subtle errors
Strong time management skills to handle multiple deadlines at once
Comfortable giving and receiving editorial feedback
Prior internship or freelance editing experience is a plus
Proficiency with Google Docs, Microsoft Word, and content management systems
Ability to work independently in a remote, deadline-driven environment
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401k plan with employer match
Generous paid time off and paid holidays
Fully remote position with flexible working hours
Home office stipend for remote equipment
Professional development and continuing education support
Collaborative, supportive editorial team culture
Opportunities for growth into senior editorial roles