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At Cast & Crew, we've empowered creativity and supported the global entertainment industry for decades. Together with our family of brands - Backstage, CAPS, Checks & Balances, Final Draft, Media Services, Sargent-Disc, and The TEAM Companies – we operate as a combined entertainment technology and services provider offering industry standard screenwriting accounting software, digital payroll products, data & reporting, and a host of creative tools. The industry continues to move faster than ever, and the need for our expertise, our technology, and our people has never been greater. We are a production's best ally every step of the way. #OneCastOneCrew
Backstage Holdings' mission is to empower creative talent and streamline the content creation process for projects in film, television, commercials/branded content, social media, theater, music video, video games, and more. At our core is a strong belief in breaking down barriers and providing direct access to the best talent in the creative industry. We're a team of customer centric, analytical and creative problem solvers with a passion for helping our customers make amazing projects together. Our mission: to empower creative talent and streamline the content creation process for projects in film, television, commercials/branded content, social media, theater, music video, video games, and more. Backstage provides solutions that manage the entire project lifecycle, including talent discovery and staffing, production, post production, and distribution. Our brands include Backstage, Coverfly, FilmFreeway, Final Draft, ShareGrid, Sonicbids, and Voice123. Visit our website for more information.
Backstage Holdings is part of Cast & Crew, a family of individually innovative companies modernizing the ways in which content is created.
The Role:
Backstage is looking for a Copy Editor to help ensure that the publication's editorial content is factual, grammatical, and stylistically accurate. You will be joining our creative and fast-paced editorial team of 13, which includes writers, editors, content strategists, and designers who work together to deliver impactful and informative content to our audience. We are a passionate group with a keen interest in television, film, and the performing arts, and our mission is to support our community of actors, performers, and creatives looking to manage and grow their careers. We believe in a work environment that is inclusive, transparent, and motivating. We enjoy a casual approach while taking the work seriously. We strive to be nimble and curious, to try new ideas, and test different approaches to create a path to success.
As a Copy Editor, you will primarily focus on reviewing web material for publication, including casting content, themed roundups, how-to guides, SEO articles, and industry news stories. You may also copy edit other content as needed.
The Copy Editor will report to Backstage's Editorial Director.
What You'll Do:
- Edit web articles for accuracy, clarity, grammar, spelling, readability, and style
- Copy edit and fact-check web pieces, including industry news, casting, SEO, and U.K./Australian content
- Work with editors and other members of the editorial staff on improving articles, headlines, and meta descriptions
- Assist the Senior Copy Editor in updating the style and editorial best practices guides and communicating updates to the team
- Act as a backup Copy Editor for the print magazine when necessary
What we're looking for from you:
- 3+ years experience in copy editing and fact-checking for a web publication
- Sound editorial judgment and have a keen eye for tightening up copy and sharpening headlines
- Knowledge of the Associate Press (AP) Style
- An understanding of SEO best practices, including proper formatting and keyword usage, and targeted Title Tags, URLS, and Meta descriptions
- Keen interest in the areas Backstage covers, including performing arts, voice acting, modeling, film, television, and theater
- Strong grammatical skills; meticulous attention to detail
- Excellent time and project management skills for tracking articles and meeting deadlines
- Proficiency with Google Docs and content management systems
- Capable of working both independently and collaboratively
Benefits
Cast & Crew provides a comprehensive package of employee benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, health and wellness programs, employee discounts, and more! Note: Cast & Crew benefits are subject to eligibility requirements.
Due to the high volume of applicants, it is likely that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
CA residents: Your personal information may be collected in connection with certain services provided by Cast & Crew or its affiliated companies. A summary of your California privacy rights can be found at: https://www.castandcrew.com/privacy-policy/
Cast & Crew is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals based on job-related qualifications and ability to perform a job, without regard to age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship or marital status, and to maintain a non-discriminatory environment free from intimidation, harassment or bias based upon these grounds.
