Copy Editor - Fact Checker job at Planet Group in Irvine, CA
Copy Editor - Fact Checker
Location: Irvine, California
Country: United States
Category: Content & Copywriting
Workplace Location: Remote
Employment Type: Contract
Job Description
The Planet Group is seeking a Copy Editor/Fact Checker (AMA) to join one of our well-known global pharmaceutical clients.
Pay: $46-48.18/hr depending on experience
Location: Remote with a preference for candidates local to Irvine, CA
Copy Editor/Fact Checker Responsibilities:
Edit and proofread copy for assigned and other brands as needed
Fact check annotated copy using provided references, ensuring acceptable sources are used
Collaborate and communicate with Editorial Director and team members to maintain quality and meet goals
Prioritize and manage workload, meetings, and various tasks to ensure all deliverables are met with excellence; ability to handle multiple jobs and prioritize as needed
Able to independently navigate and complete editorial tasks by understanding requirements and choosing the most effective approach, rather than relying solely on instructions or frequent supervision
Able to conduct all types of reviews and have a firm understanding of what the job needs for each round
Able to communicate well cross-functionally with Agency teams when needed
Thoroughly understand assigned brands and product categories
Demonstrate a drive to ensure adherence to client and brand guidelines
Contribute ideas/feedback for improving process and minimizing error
Offer guidance and training to junior team members and freelancers to ensure integrity of editorial process
Proactively offer and provide help to others to ensure all work moves through the department efficiently
Create/maintain brand style guides and bibliographies in a timely manner
Understand and execute AMA style and varying editorial styles per brand needs
Copy Editor/Fact Checker Qualifications:
Any College degree required
At least 5 years medical editing and fact checking experience in a pharma ad agency/medical education environment
Agency Experience is a must
Must have been in a senior level role for a minimum of 5 years
Experience working with Oncology brands or neurotoxins would be a great plus, but not necessary
Demonstrated ability to work independently with a motivated, self-starting attitude
Ability to creatively adapt to changing deadlines, providing recommendations as needed
Knowledge of current AMA style and FDA guidelines governing pharmaceutical products/devices
Solid ability to use MS Office (including Outlook, Teams, and Word), Adobe Acrobat, and/or ProofHQ
Fact checking is a must!
Must be able to work Pacific time zone hours
EEO Statement
The staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly, never provide banking information during the application process, and always double check the email address of the Recruiter to ensure it’s from an official Planet domain (@theplanetgroup.com or @launchcg.com) - and not a domain with an alternative extension like .net, .org, or .jobs.
The Planet Group and our companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.
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Location: Irvine, California
Country: United States
Category: Content & Copywriting
Workplace Location: Remote
Employment Type: Contract
Job Description
The Planet Group is seeking a Copy Editor/Fact Checker (AMA) to join one of our well-known global pharmaceutical clients.
Pay: $46-48.18/hr depending on experience
Location: Remote with a preference for candidates local to Irvine, CA
Copy Editor/Fact Checker Responsibilities:
Edit and proofread copy for assigned and other brands as needed
Fact check annotated copy using provided references, ensuring acceptable sources are used
Collaborate and communicate with Editorial Director and team members to maintain quality and meet goals
Prioritize and manage workload, meetings, and various tasks to ensure all deliverables are met with excellence; ability to handle multiple jobs and prioritize as needed
Able to independently navigate and complete editorial tasks by understanding requirements and choosing the most effective approach, rather than relying solely on instructions or frequent supervision
Able to conduct all types of reviews and have a firm understanding of what the job needs for each round
Able to communicate well cross-functionally with Agency teams when needed
Thoroughly understand assigned brands and product categories
Demonstrate a drive to ensure adherence to client and brand guidelines
Contribute ideas/feedback for improving process and minimizing error
Offer guidance and training to junior team members and freelancers to ensure integrity of editorial process
Proactively offer and provide help to others to ensure all work moves through the department efficiently
Create/maintain brand style guides and bibliographies in a timely manner
Understand and execute AMA style and varying editorial styles per brand needs
Copy Editor/Fact Checker Qualifications:
Any College degree required
At least 5 years medical editing and fact checking experience in a pharma ad agency/medical education environment
Agency Experience is a must
Must have been in a senior level role for a minimum of 5 years
Experience working with Oncology brands or neurotoxins would be a great plus, but not necessary
Demonstrated ability to work independently with a motivated, self-starting attitude
Ability to creatively adapt to changing deadlines, providing recommendations as needed
Knowledge of current AMA style and FDA guidelines governing pharmaceutical products/devices
Solid ability to use MS Office (including Outlook, Teams, and Word), Adobe Acrobat, and/or ProofHQ
Fact checking is a must!
Must be able to work Pacific time zone hours
EEO Statement
The staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly, never provide banking information during the application process, and always double check the email address of the Recruiter to ensure it’s from an official Planet domain (@theplanetgroup.com or @launchcg.com) - and not a domain with an alternative extension like .net, .org, or .jobs.
The Planet Group and our companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.
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