Contract · Piedmont, Italy
The Freelance Senior Copy Editor's primary responsibility is proofreading and editing for quality, accuracy, and stylistic consistency across a broad range of print and digital advertising and marketing collateral. This position serves as support to the creative team under the direction of assigned ACD, Copy. The Senior Copy Editor helps ensure that individual copywriters are working within the medical and brand guidelines associated with each project and supports the partnership between Copy and Editorial to yield the best work and the most efficient and effective working environment.
Provide day-to-day support to our service organization that mirrors the adopted mission and core values of the company
Ensure quality, consistency, and accuracy across multiple print and digital integrated campaign pieces over a wide array of brands
Proofread manuscripts and layouts with an eye for accuracy (mastery of spelling, terminology, punctuation, grammar, syntax, tone) and compliance with the AMA Manual of Style, the client style, brand style, and/or Circa house style
Understand the varying needs of individual audiences and ensure that the communication with each is in keeping with brand and/or campaign guidelines
Make constructive suggested edits to clarify meaning, to maintain consistency, and to conform to the AMA Manual of Style, the client style, brand style, and/or Circa house style
Verify that facts and claims are supported by credible references; research and confirm the approvability of all content from a regulatory perspective
Verify correct implementation of agency, client, and regulatory/medical/legal changes or requirements
Demonstrate familiarity with VEEVA and other MLR submissions systems
Understand the advertising requirements of various regulating bodies, including FDA, EPA, USDA
Revise medical copy for precision, clarity, and technical/structural accuracy; correct grammar and spelling
Annotate/fact-check reference citations for submission to medical/legal/regulatory reviews
Helps maintain a variety of copy style guides for individual products and/or clients
Proof final files for release to vendors and/or clients
Ensure copy meets all legal, medical, regulatory compliance, and brand consistency requirements
Keep up to date on skills, client, and industry trends
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