Freelance Editor Job at Sightline Media Group, Alexandria, VA

ZTQ5enZSUC91U2ZOT056Y2xBaGtQWXZVT0E9PQ==
  • Sightline Media Group
  • Alexandria, VA

Job Description

Company: Sightline Media Group

Publications: Defense News, Army Times, Navy Times, Marine Corps Times, Air Force Times

Location: Remote

Position Type: Freelance / Contract

Overview:

Sightline Media Group is seeking a highly skilled Freelance Editor to support the production of our print publications: Defense News, Army Times, Navy Times, Marine Corps Times, and Air Force Times. This freelance role is ideal for an experienced editor who thrives in both steady and fast-paced environments and is comfortable managing a flexible workload that ebbs and flows with our print schedule.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with editorial staff and print designers to edit and finalize pages for our print publications.
  • Review, revise, and polish stories in InCopy, ensuring accuracy, clarity, grammar, and adherence to house style.
  • Manage the editorial workflow in the lead-up to print deadlines, helping to keep production on track.
  • Work efficiently to resolve issues and keep content moving through the pipeline smoothly.
  • Provide final eyes on print pages prior to submission to the printer.

Requirements:

  • Proven editorial experience with print publications (newspapers or magazines preferred).
  • Proficiency in Adobe InCopy (required).
  • Excellent copy editing, line editing, and proofreading skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines and communicate effectively with designers and writers.
  • Familiarity with AP Style (or similar editorial standards).
  • Flexible availability, with capacity to ramp up work in the 1–2 weeks prior to print deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Background or familiarity with the U.S. military or defense sector is a strong plus.
  • Prior experience working with newsroom CMS tools or print production software is beneficial.

About Sightline Media Group:

Sightline Media Group is the leading news organization covering military, defense, and government issues, and includes well-known brands such as Defense News and the Military Times family of publications.

Job Tags

Remote job, Contract work, Freelance, Flexible hours

Similar Jobs

Welo Data

German Bilingual Lyric Reviewer Job at Welo Data

 ...passion for music? Welo Data is looking for a German Lyric Reviewer to help us train cutting-edge AI. This role is perfect for you...  ...if you have: Familiarity with various music genres and lyrical styles. Experience with online evaluation tools or platforms.... 

Lovelace Health System

Ultrasound Tech Job at Lovelace Health System

Overview: Join our team as a day shift , full-time Ultrasound Technician in Santa Fe, NM . Why Join Us? Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance... 

Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration

Social Worker Assistant Chief Job at Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration

 ...directing - and evaluating Social Work within Sheridan VA Health Care System (SVAHCS). Qualifications *** This is an OPEN...  ...be exposed to patients who are combative secondary to delirium - dementia - or psychiatric disorders The incumbent must be a mature - flexible... 

Impact7G, Inc.

Charter Driver Job at Impact7G, Inc.

 ...transport people while providing excellent customer service are the most important tasks of the charter driver. What We Offer ~ Paid CDL Training OR Do you already have a CDL?~ Flexible scheduling options to work around your schedule ~401(k) plan option, Dental,... 

Aramark

CDL Transit Driver - Denali National Park (Doyon JV) Job at Aramark

 ...transportation in and around Denali National Park while providing basic Denali National Park information. Transit Drivers must have a Class B CDL with a passenger endorsement with a clean driving record. CDL training is available for the right candidate. Previous customer...