Short Term Associate Copyeditor

The Role: Short Term Associate Copyeditor

The Associate Copyeditor will be primarily responsible for the copyediting, proofreading, fact-checking, and organization of copy.

You’ll be part of a team that moves fast, and have the opportunity to support every member. You will get a holistic view and knowledge of the business, and bring that to the projects you work on. This role will be a part of a group that prides itself on the excellence of everything they do, that respects and protects the integrity of world-class brands, and has fun together doing it! 

**This is role is a 3 month contract**

What You'll Do:

• Copyedit and proofread copy for: social media, marketing assets, and on-site material.
• Assist with the development and consistency of our daily emails
• Ensure all items adhere to editorial standards and our house style guide
• Bridge and eliminate inconsistencies among our channels and categories
• Review copy and layouts for accuracy, fact-checking where warranted
• Collaborate daily with other teams, from design and editorial to legal, in order to produce clear, effective copy that adheres to our voice and style

About You:

At Rue Gilt Groupe, diversity enriches our passion, collaboration, kindness and innovation. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every Associate is empowered to learn, grow and bring their full self to work. Even if you don't check off every qualification in the job description, that's okay. We encourage you to apply to any role that excites you and sparks delight! We can't wait to learn more about you.

• 1-2  years' experience in an editorial or production environment
• Expert-level knowledge of the English language, and the ins and outs of punctuation, phrases, and idioms
• Experience with the Chicago Manual of Style
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Experience working with design layouts and identifying when a design doesn’t look right
• BA in English, Journalism, or similar concentration
• Fluency on Mac and PC systems

Important COVID-19 Guidance (for candidates applying to roles in our MA, NY and CA offices): Per Rue Gilt Groupe’s policy, all associates who will work at our MA, NY or CA offices must be fully-vaccinated and proof of vaccination will be required.

ABOUT US:

Rue Gilt Groupe is a leading off-price e-commerce portfolio company, connecting the next-generation shopper to world-class brands. We’ve defined the online treasure hunt through our daily sale events allowing a large, loyal member base to discover over 5,000 premium and luxury brands at prices up to 70% off full-price retail.

Rue Gilt Groupe operates three complementary sites – Rue La La, Gilt, and Shop Premium Outlets.

Our vision at RGG is to spark delight through daily discovery – we make shopping an occasion to celebrate. At the forefront of fashion and technology, we’re also in the business of sparking delight for our Associates. We inspire each other, our Members, and ourselves to push past the expected – every day. Our culture is rooted in our values and together we work to demonstrate being Kind, Passionate, Collaborative, Innovative, Tenacious and Empowered