We have an outstanding career opportunity for a Copy Editor with news and features experience to join a growing, global International News Organization located in the Washington, DC area.

We offer an exciting and fast paced working environment.
We offer an area competitive compensation and benefits package.

Responsibilities:

• The copy editor's chief responsibility is to ensure that scripts and straps (chyrons) for air are accurate, balanced and in compliance with company style.
• The copy editor also ensures that scripts are conversational and free of grammatical errors.
• Other duties include writing the ticker/crawl that appears on air, breaking news bulletins and checking straps (lower-thirds, chyrons, fonts) for spelling and factual errors.
• The copy editor will be expected to have a broad and deep view of global news.
• Will be required to read-in and attend occasional team meetings.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Proven work experience as a Copy Editor with at least 4 years’ broadcast news experience, preferably with internationally-renowned media organizations.
• Solid experience with digital technology and editing software packages (e.g. Avid Media Composer, Edius, Lightworks, Premiere Pro, After Effects and Final Cut).
• Thorough knowledge of timing, self-motivation and initiative would also be worthwhile strengths in the applicant.
• Creative mind and storytelling skills.
• Calm under pressure and a strong team player.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Native or fluent English speaker, with proficiency in written English.