City Cast DC, Copy Editor (Part-time, Contract)

City Cast

Washington, DC

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$35–$40 Per Hour
SKILLS
Contract Review, Copy Editing, Detail Oriented, Fact Checking, Headline Writing, Journalism, Newsletter, Organizational Skills, Social Media, Team Player, Time Management, Work From Home, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Washington, DC
POSTED
Today

We are seeking a detail-oriented, part-time copy editor for a 5-month contract to review all published content, including newsletters, articles, and social media posts.

  • Serve as the final reviewer, ensuring content is error-free, clear, consistent, and fair.
  • Fact-check stories, refine headlines, and smooth sentences while preserving the writer's voice.
  • Collaborate with reporters and editors in a fast-paced environment.
  • Work primarily in the afternoons, 2-6 p.m., Monday through Friday.


  • Requirements:
  • Experience in copy editing, journalism, or related fields.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and news judgment.
  • Strong headline writing skills and organizational reliability under deadlines.
  • Ability to work well with others, receptive to feedback.


  • Compensation is $35-$40/hour. Remote work is possible, but candidates must be local. We encourage diverse applicants and are an equal opportunity employer.

    Application deadline: May 22, 2026.

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