*This role can be remote or in our office at either our Charlotte, North Carolina, or New York locations. Preference will be given to candidates who are able to work East Coast or Central Time hours.*
The Points Guy is a travel and lifestyle brand dedicated to helping people maximize credit cards and loyalty programs to turn dream trips into a reality. The editorial team is looking for a Copy Editor I to join the content operations department, which supports the broader editorial team in a variety of initiatives.As a Copy Editor I, your work will entail copy editing and fact-checking (as needed) various pieces of content from TPG’s editorial teams, plus collaborating with business and photo/design teams for special content projects. The right candidate will be an AP style expert and a team player who can adapt in a fast-paced newsroom with tight deadlines, shifting copy edit priorities based on current needs. While expertise in points and miles isn’t required, the team is looking for an individual with a strong interest in the travel and loyalty industry.
What You’ll Do:
- Copy edit and fact-check same-day news content and informational guides efficiently, working with assigning editors and writers across our aviation, travel, credit cards and points and miles teams to ensure high-quality content is available to our readers.
- Ensure content published on The Points Guy meets our standards for editorial integrity, accuracy and legal compliance while maintaining TPG’s tone of voice and style standards.
- Collaborate with teammates across TPG teams to ensure content for special projects like newsletters, email series and events adheres to our in-house style guidelines.
- Learn the ins and outs of the travel, credit cards and points and miles industries, including staying up to date on the content TPG publishes and the current events happening across the industries we cover.
- Work with other content operations team members and prioritize daily tasks and long-term projects, such as updating and maintaining our in-house style guide, to ensure high-quality, on-deadline deliverables to all stakeholders.
- Check published pieces for errors and update live articles as needed.
What We’re Looking For:
- At least 1 year of experience writing and editing content under deadline, either through freelancing, a full-time position or collegiate experience such as internships or student publications.
- An eye for detail and a solid understanding of grammar, spelling, punctuation and story construction. Familiarity with AP style is a must.
- Time-management skills, specifically the ability to multitask and produce quality work quickly and efficiently.
- Strong interest in the travel industry, especially loyalty programs and credit cards. Experience taking trips using points and miles is a plus but not required.
- Strong organizational and communication skills and an interest in being part of a collaborative team specializing in content operations.
- Experience with basic HTML and working in content management systems, especially WordPress.
- Familiarity with Google Sheets and Docs, plus collaborative project management tools (e.g., Asana, Slack).
- A candidate who is focused, patient, curious, eager to help others, open to feedback and a team player.
- Basic understanding of SEO best practices.
Compensation
- USA Compensation Range: $55,000 - $70,000*
- New York City Compensation Range: $55,000 - $84,000* *Note actual salary is based on geographic location, qualifications, and experience.
Additionally, the following benefits are provided by Red Ventures, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Health Insurance Coverage (medical, dental, and vision)
- Life Insurance
- Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Pay
- 401(k) with match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Parental Bonding Benefit Program
Who We Are:
Over the last twenty years, Red Ventures has built a portfolio of influential brands, digital platforms, and strategic partnerships that work together to connect millions of people with expert advice. Through premium content and personalized digital experiences, Red Ventures builds online journeys that make it easier for people to make important decisions about their homes, health, travel, finances, education and entertainment. Founded in 2000, Red Ventures has 3,000 employees in 10 cities across the US, as well as in the UK and Brazil. Red Ventures owns and operates several large digital brands including The Points Guy, Bankrate, MYMOVE, and Allconnect.com.
For more information, visit https://redventures.com and follow @RedVentures on social platforms.
We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program for full-time employees, including medical, dental and vision coverage, paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, 401(k) plan and a paid parental leave program.
Red Ventures is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or any other basis protected by law. Employment at Red Ventures is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. This includes providing reasonable accommodation where appropriate. Should you require a reasonable accommodation to apply or participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected].
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