Copy Editor Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Copy Editor includes the following duties and responsibilities:

Review and revise content for accuracy and quality, including spelling, grammar, punctuation, and syntax.
Communicate and work with production team to ensure that content is published in a timely manner.
Knowledge of Associated Press or Chicago Style.
Ensure correct tone, voice, clarity, flow and structure of content.
Ensure that content adheres to in-house style guide.
Write blurbs, ledes, headlines, and straplines
Compile and update style guides as required.
Collaborate with team to come up with fresh and creative ideas, keeping audience in mind.
Manage multiple projects and consistently meet deadlines.
Stay abreast of latest media trends and content best practices.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Copy Editor duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Copy Editor roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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