Job Description
We are looking for a skilled Content Editor for a position located in Saint Louis Park, Minnesota, on a contract basis. This role involves supporting the migration of website content to a new platform, ensuring all information is accurate, accessible, and adheres to established style guidelines. The ideal candidate will have a strong eye for detail and the ability to edit, proofread, and optimize web content for readability and usability.
Responsibilities:
• Transfer website content to the updated platform while maintaining formatting, metadata, and link accuracy.
• Edit and proofread digital content to ensure grammar, spelling, and style consistency in alignment with AP Style guidelines.
• Evaluate content for clarity, logical organization, and accessibility, ensuring compliance with plain language principles.
• Provide constructive feedback on content usability and user experience improvements.
• Verify and upload accessible documents to the new site, ensuring compliance with accessibility standards.
• Collaborate with the digital services coordinator to address content concerns and track project progress.
• Participate in regular check-in meetings to discuss migration status and resolve issues.
• Ensure web pages are optimized for AI search tools and user-friendly navigation.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills to manage multiple assets and pages effectively.• Proven experience in editing and proofreading content for tone, clarity, and style.
• Familiarity with web-based workflows, including headings, links, and basic digital formats.
• Understanding of Web Content Accessibility Guidelines and accessibility requirements.
• Ability to quickly adapt to new tools and systems.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of optimizing web content for AI search tools and skimming technologies.
• Experience in web content management and editing applications.