Data Recognition Corporation
Test Development - Editor
Data Recognition Corporation, Osseo, Minnesota, United States, 55311
Test Development - EditorMinneapolis, MN, USA * VirtualReq #507Tuesday, July 9, 2024DRC is one of the largest educational assessment and curriculum/instruction companies in the industry.EDITOR - TEST DEVELOPMENTSummary:
This position is responsible for editing, copyediting, and proofreading a variety of test development materials. Editors work individually and as part of a team composed of the senior managing editor, senior editors, editors, associate editors, and/or temporary and contract editors. They work with internal clients and senior editors to plan, organize, and implement work based on established priorities for all phases of the editorial production of standardized test materials in print and/or online formats, as well as technical reports, communication materials, and other documents submitted for review. They oversee and complete editing assignments based on schedules, ensuring that deadlines are met and submitted materials are accurately edited at the editing level requested. They follow appropriate editorial production processes for all assigned materials. They edit and revise submitted materials and, if requested, ensure that all submitted materials meet identified style specifications. They advise internal clients on improving the quality of materials edited and making decisions related to proposed edits.Essential Position ResponsibilitiesReviews documents for grammar, spelling, punctuation, usage, and/or style and format specifications consistent with requested level of editing (substantive, technical/copyediting, or proofreading)Establishes and maintains a high-level working knowledge of
The Chicago Manual of Style
( CMOS ) and its application to the variety of materials submitted for reviewPlans work according to established priorities and project schedulesProvides routine feedback to update team members regarding the implementation and timelines of assigned tasks and/or projectsImplements editorial schedules and monitors the status of schedulesPosition is remote, work from home.QualificationsA bachelor's degree in English or literature, linguistics, language studies, or communicationsExpert level knowledge of
CMOS
17Three to five years of editing or copyediting experience and/or test development experience in a business settingKnowledge and experience in editing a wide range of materials of varying complexities in a business or academic settingSuperior communication skillsHigh level of attention to detailExceptional knowledge of and appreciation for the rules of grammar and proper usageExperience meeting production deadlines in a team environmentProficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, the internet, and email systemsPreferred QualificationsAn advanced degree in English or literature, linguistics, language studies, or communicationsTeaching experience, curriculum development experience, or specialized skills in mathematics or scienceEssential Job RequirementsReport to work promptly when scheduledWork under supervision and accept feedback from all editorial team membersDemonstrate proficiency in learning and applying stylistic rules and editorial processesDemonstrate an ability to edit all types of materials and all content areas including, but not limited to, English language arts, mathematics, science, and social studiesUse Microsoft Office proficientlyRelate effectively to and work respectfully with diverse work groupsPerform consistently well during times of increased workloadSet and meet deadlinesManage multiple job functions simultaneouslyPerform other duties as neededReporting to this position:
No direct reportsPhysical RequirementsAbility to sit and/or stand for up to 8 hours per dayAbility to look at a computer monitor and use a keyboard and/or mouse for up to 8 hours per dayData Recognition Corporation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.Other detailsPay Type: SalaryApply Now
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This position is responsible for editing, copyediting, and proofreading a variety of test development materials. Editors work individually and as part of a team composed of the senior managing editor, senior editors, editors, associate editors, and/or temporary and contract editors. They work with internal clients and senior editors to plan, organize, and implement work based on established priorities for all phases of the editorial production of standardized test materials in print and/or online formats, as well as technical reports, communication materials, and other documents submitted for review. They oversee and complete editing assignments based on schedules, ensuring that deadlines are met and submitted materials are accurately edited at the editing level requested. They follow appropriate editorial production processes for all assigned materials. They edit and revise submitted materials and, if requested, ensure that all submitted materials meet identified style specifications. They advise internal clients on improving the quality of materials edited and making decisions related to proposed edits.Essential Position ResponsibilitiesReviews documents for grammar, spelling, punctuation, usage, and/or style and format specifications consistent with requested level of editing (substantive, technical/copyediting, or proofreading)Establishes and maintains a high-level working knowledge of
The Chicago Manual of Style
( CMOS ) and its application to the variety of materials submitted for reviewPlans work according to established priorities and project schedulesProvides routine feedback to update team members regarding the implementation and timelines of assigned tasks and/or projectsImplements editorial schedules and monitors the status of schedulesPosition is remote, work from home.QualificationsA bachelor's degree in English or literature, linguistics, language studies, or communicationsExpert level knowledge of
CMOS
17Three to five years of editing or copyediting experience and/or test development experience in a business settingKnowledge and experience in editing a wide range of materials of varying complexities in a business or academic settingSuperior communication skillsHigh level of attention to detailExceptional knowledge of and appreciation for the rules of grammar and proper usageExperience meeting production deadlines in a team environmentProficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, the internet, and email systemsPreferred QualificationsAn advanced degree in English or literature, linguistics, language studies, or communicationsTeaching experience, curriculum development experience, or specialized skills in mathematics or scienceEssential Job RequirementsReport to work promptly when scheduledWork under supervision and accept feedback from all editorial team membersDemonstrate proficiency in learning and applying stylistic rules and editorial processesDemonstrate an ability to edit all types of materials and all content areas including, but not limited to, English language arts, mathematics, science, and social studiesUse Microsoft Office proficientlyRelate effectively to and work respectfully with diverse work groupsPerform consistently well during times of increased workloadSet and meet deadlinesManage multiple job functions simultaneouslyPerform other duties as neededReporting to this position:
No direct reportsPhysical RequirementsAbility to sit and/or stand for up to 8 hours per dayAbility to look at a computer monitor and use a keyboard and/or mouse for up to 8 hours per dayData Recognition Corporation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.Other detailsPay Type: SalaryApply Now
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