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Copy Reader

Employer
Beacon Street Services
Location
Baltimore, MD
Closing date
Sep 27, 2021

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Overview: InvestorPlace is looking for detail-oriented Proofreader to join our editorial team in Baltimore. This role is based in Baltimore, but you have the freedom to work remotely as well. The Proofreader will review newsletters, e-letters, reports, and any other material and correct errors in punctuation, spelling, and word usage, as well as doing some fact-checking and ensuring compliance with our style guide. The mission is to communicate effectively with the writers and other staff to ensure documents meet all company guidelines and are published error-free. Responsibilities: Review documents for grammar, spelling, and styleFact-check figures and other statements for accuracyMake corrections and suggest edits to the documentMeet proofreading deadlines Qualifications: Bachelors degree or equivalent in relevant experienceFamiliarity with AP and other style guidesFact-checking and research expertiseExcellent grammar and communication skillsProficiency in basic computer programs, such as Microsoft OfficeKnowledge of the stock market a plusSedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standingVisual acuity for reading and using the computerAbility to hearAbility to freely move about the officeAbility to use the phone/computer/keyboard/mouse/general office equipment for extended periods of timeAbility to communicate with others in order to exchange informationFluency in the English languageAbout UsInvestorPlace is one of the largest, smartest, fastest moving financial publishers on the planet.Started over 40 years ago, we publish detailed research and recommendations for self-directed investors, financial advisors and money managers.The InvestorPlace business model is very straightforward: We publish our ideas (via a subscription model) with the aim of enriching and educating investors. If we do our jobs well, our customers stick around. Its a simple, transparent business model investors have loved since the 1970s.InvestorPlace editors and analysts have varied backgrounds in the financial industry. They have worked as hedge fund managers, financial advisors, and securities analysts.Many of the worlds top media outlets have taken notice of our ideas over the years. The work of our analysts has been profiled in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, CNN, Bloomberg, Time, MarketWatch, Barrons and USA Today.Inside our companys DNA, youll find a relentless focus on respectfulness, hustle, hard work, adaptability, clear communication, data analytics, open mindedness, and creativity.Take a virtual tour of our Baltimore, MD office here.Our commitment:As an employer committed to equal opportunity and a diverse workforce, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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