Resume Skills and Keywords for Copyeditor

A copyeditor reviews and edits written content to ensure it is clear, accurate, consistent, and free of errors. The role of the  copyeditor is to polish and refine written content, making it more polished, coherent, and error-free before it is published or distributed to the intended audience. Their role is essential in maintaining the quality and professionalism of written materials.

Skills required for a Copyeditor role

  • Editing & Proofreading
  • The Chicago Manual of Style
  • Associated Press (AP)
  • Research Skills
  • Word Processing Software
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Strong Communication
  • Analytical Skills
  • Adaptability 

What recruiters look for in a Copyeditor resume: 

  • Experiencing in publishing and/or editing is preferred.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficient in desktop publishing software and Microsoft Office.
  • Highly organised and detail-oriented with strong leadership and time management skills

What can make your Copyeditor resume stand out:

A strong summary that demonstrates your skills, experience and background in copywriting 

  • A detail-oriented copyeditor with proficiency in enhancing the quality, clarity, and impact of written content across diverse industries. Brings forth exceptional communication skills and a strong ability to collaborate effectively with writers and teams to produce error-free, polished, and engaging content that resonates with audiences while upholding ethical standards.

Targeted job description 

  • Review and revise content for accuracy and quality, including spelling, grammar, punctuation, and syntax.
  • Communicate and work with the production team to ensure that content is published in a timely manner.
  • Collaborate with the team to come up with fresh and creative ideas, keeping the audience in mind.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and consistently meet deadlines.

Related academic background 

  • BA in Mass Communication at Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi | 2018

Sample Resume of Copyeditor in Text Format

KAVITA KAUSHIK

Copyeditor 

+91-9876543210 | kavita@gmail.com |Mumbai, India

SUMMARY 

A detail-oriented copyeditor with proficiency in enhancing the quality, clarity, and impact of written content across diverse industries. Brings forth exceptional communication skills and a strong ability to collaborate effectively with writers and teams to produce error-free, polished, and engaging content that resonates with audiences while upholding ethical standards.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Copyeditor at Sony Entertainment from Apr 2021 - Present, Mumbai

  • Reviewing written content for grammatical errors, spelling mistakes, and punctuation issues.
  • Improving the overall clarity, coherence, and readability of the text which includes rephrasing sentences, and restructuring paragraphs.
  • Verifying the accuracy of factual information presented in the content, including names, dates, statistics, and references.
  • Ensuring that the content is formatted correctly, including headings, subheadings, fonts, margins, and other visual elements.
  • Following established guidelines and style manuals, such as the Associated Press (AP) Stylebook, Chicago Manual of Style, or company-specific style guides.

Copywriter at Brave Fireworks Pvt. Ltd. from Sep 2018 - Mar 2021, Mumbai

  • Conducted research to understand our target audience, their needs, preferences, and pain points, and tailored copy to effectively address and engage with them.
  • Ensured that all written content aligned with brand voice, style guidelines, and messaging strategy, maintaining consistency across all communication channels.
  • Crafted compelling narratives and stories that captivated and resonated with the audience, bringing the brand and products to life through the power of storytelling.
  • Reviewed and edited work to ensure accuracy, grammar, spelling, and clarity, delivering error-free and polished copy.

EDUCATION

BA in Mass Communication at Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi | 2018

SKILLS

Editing & Proofreading | The Chicago Manual of Style | Associated Press (AP) | Research Skills | Word Processing Software | Cultural Sensitivity | Strong Communication

LANGUAGES

English

Hindi