newspaper copy editor

University of Alaska

<div></div><div><div><ul><li>532325
</li> </ul></div><div></div><div><ul><li>Fairbanks, Alaska, United States
</li> </ul></div><div></div><div><ul><li>Student Employee
</li> </ul></div><div></div><div><ul><li>Closing on: Jun 30 2026
</li> </ul></div><div></div><div><ul><li>Student Assistant 2
</li> <div></div><li>UAF Student Services</li></ul></div></div>
 <div>The Copy Editor is responsible for overseeing the production of the written content, for The Sun Star, ensuring it meets the publication&rsquo;s standards for accuracy, clarity, and journalistic integrity. Working closely with the Editor-in-Chief, the Copy Editor reviews, refines, and fact-checks articles across a range of topics, including campus news, student life, the outdoors, and community coverage in Fairbanks and North Pole.The role also involves mentoring reporters, helping maintain consistent style and tone across the publication, and supporting the management on the uafsunstar.com website.

We&rsquo;re seeking a candidate with exceptional writing, editing, and attention to detail, and a strong understanding of AP Style and journalism conventions. The copy editor ensures all work is accurate, clear, and consistent, mentoring reporters to strengthen their work.Candidates should demonstrate strong organizational skills, digital literacy, and the ability to manage editorial workflows, including online content. Success in this role requires the ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and support a collaborative team environment, helping maintain the quality of The Sun Star across print and digital platforms.

Minimum Qualifications:

Part-time enrollment at the University of Alaska Fairbanks is required. 6 or more credits and a GPA of 2.0 minimum. Prior experience in journalism, editing, or a student-run publication is strongly preferred, with demonstrated leadership experience considered a plus. Candidates should possess strong computer skills and proficiency with digital publishing, editing, and collaboration tools. A solid understanding of journalistic standards, including AP-style, and experience managing or contributing to editorial workflows is highly desirable.

Position Details:

This position is located on the University of Alaska Fairbanks campus in Fairbanks. This is a part-time, student assistant position. Priority deadline is April 20, 2026. Position open until filled.

This is a pooled position and applications are reviewed as needed. Submission of an application does not guarantee review or a job offer.

This position is open to undergraduate students only.

The University of Alaska (UA) reserves the right to require employees to work on-site at the UA facilities. Hybrid and remote work may be approved for employees based in Alaska at the University's discretion. Remote work for employees based outside the State of Alaska may be approved only in exceptional circumstances or when required by the position's job duties.
<ul><li>️If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Kenna Metivier, Signers' Business Office at kjmetivier@alaska.edu or 907-474-1847</li></ul>

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the ADA team at ua-ada@alaska.edu.

The University of Alaska (www.alaska.edu) is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination (www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination) against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act. 


All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.
<ul><li>Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.</li></ul>

Access to the reports is available at:

UAA: (Addresses Anchorage campus, Aviation Technology Complex, JBER - Elmendorf Extension, JBER - Richardson Extension, Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay campus, Kenai Peninsula College - Kenai River campus, Kodiak College, Kodiak High School Extension, Matanuska-Susitna College, Prince William Sound College, and Prince William Sound College - Cordova Extension) Online: https://www.uaa.alaska.edu/students/safety. Request a paper copy in person: UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-786-1120 or police@uaa.alaska.edu / 907-786-1214 or uaa_deanofstudents@alaska.edu.

UAF: (Addresses Fairbanks Campus, Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Community and Technical College, Kasitsna Bay Campus, Seward Marine Center, Tok Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus) Online: https://www.uaf.edu/orca/files/ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution Hall. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-474-7300 or uaf-orca@alaska.edu.

UAS: (Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, &amp; Ketchikan Campus) Online: https://uas.alaska.edu/equity-and-compliance/docs/clery/UAS_ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: Hendrickson Building, Suite 202 on the Juneau campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-796-6371 or emailing uas.clery@alaska.edu.</div>

Copy Editor for The Sun Star

VTDigger

<div>
 
 
 In the 16 years
 
 
 since it was founded, VTDigger has become Vermont&rsquo;s essential source of news and investigation &mdash; and a model for sustainable, nonprofit journalism across the country.
 
 
 We work to promote
 
 
 our mission
 
 
 of producing rigorous journalism that explains complex issues, promotes public accountability and fosters democratic and civic engagement each and every day.
 
 
 VTDigger&rsquo;s part-time night editor works with a team of editors and reporters to publish thorough, accurate, accessible, well-written copy with a top-notch visual presentation &mdash; and to share this work with our audience through newsletters, social media and other avenues.
 
 
 The part-time night editor is responsible for final reads, minor rewrites, fact-checking, identifying errors and omissions, conforming to VTDigger&rsquo;s style, and working with reporters to ensure the fairness and accuracy of stories. Given VTDigger&rsquo;s commitment to better serving the communities we cover, this person is expected to edit with an equity and inclusion lens.
 
 
 The night editor takes ownership of the presentation of stories on VTDigger&rsquo;s website and has a variety of responsibilities related to social media, newsletters, graphics and opinion. After the rest of the desk leaves for the day, this person is the editor in charge, keeping track of breaking news and other developments and determining how best to address them. This can include writing briefs and short stories.
 
 
 
 Essential Duties &amp; Responsibilities
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Edits and digitally publishes stories and opinion pieces to our content management system
 </li>
 <li>
 Manages the website and monitors breaking news and developments
 </li>
 <li>
 Writes briefs and short stories as necessary
 </li>
 <li>
 Addresses urgent tips and correction requests
 </li>
 <li>
 Builds and schedules daily and weekly newsletters
 </li>
 <li>
 In coordination with the Digital Editor, shares stories on social media
 </li>
 <li>
 Communicates professionally with sources, readers and colleagues
 </li>
 <li>
 When able to attends and participates in newsroom, all-staff and, as needed, cross-functional team meetings
 </li>
 <li>
 Attends VTDigger events, as needed
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Position Requirements
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Commitment and dedication to VTDigger&rsquo;s mission
 </li>
 <li>
 Exceptional attention to detail
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong knowledge of digital publishing platforms and commitment to continuous learning and innovation
 </li>
 <li>
 Commitment to cultivating and developing an inclusive culture and working relationships across the organization and enhancing a sense of belonging
 </li>
 <li>
 Communicative across the organization, with employees and with VTDigger&rsquo;s audiences
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintaining high standards of expectations for themselves, their team, the leadership and organization itself
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintaining a broad understanding of the organization&rsquo;s goals
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborative with team members and ensuring respectful teamwork across the organization
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Skills And Experience
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Professional reporting and/or editing experience
 </li>
 <li>
 Possesses excellent organizational, communication, interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to meet short deadlines and work with little supervision.
 </li>
 <li>
 Knowledge of Associated Press style
 </li>
 <li>
 An understanding of digital presentation and production.
 </li>
 <li>
 Clear understanding of journalism principles, ethics, standards and style
 </li>
 <li>
 Knowledge of analytics, Adobe Suite, Wordpress CMS, digital management tools preferred but not required
 </li>
 <li>
 Curiosity, flexibility and a willingness to tackle stories over a range of subjects
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Working Conditions
 
 
 
 
 Our office is located in Montpelier, Vermont. We are open to the night editor living elsewhere &mdash; so long as they understand this region or are committed to learning about it.
 
 
 
 
 Hours
 
 
 
 
 The night editor typically works from 5 pm to 9 p.m. on weeknights, but exact hours may vary based on news needs. Some weekend work and flexibility is required.
 
 
 
 
 Physical Demands
 
 
 
 
 Work involves accomplishing most duties from a seated or standing position. There is potential for eye strain from reading detailed materials on a computer screen. Deadlines, workloads during peak periods, and changing priorities may cause increased stress levels. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
 
 
 
 Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
 
 
 
 
 VTDigger does not provide visa sponsorship.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Pay Range For This Role Is
 
 
 
 29 - 33 USD per hour(Vermont)
 
 
 29 - 33 USD per hour(New Hampshire)
 
 
 29 - 33 USD per hour(Massachusetts)
 
 
 29 - 33 USD per hour(Colorado)
</div>

Part-Time Night Editor

YO IT Consulting

<div>
 An opportunity is available for an experienced English Copy Editor to support high-quality written content across a range of AI training initiatives. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented language professional who can ensure clarity, consistency, grammatical precision, and stylistic excellence across complex written materials.
 
 
 We are looking for someone who demonstrates exceptional command of English, strong editorial judgment, and a meticulous eye for detail. This role requires consistent engagement and reliability over time.
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Key Responsibilities
 </li>
 <li>
 Edit and proofread written content for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, and clarity
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure consistency in tone, style, formatting, and terminology across documents
 </li>
 <li>
 Improve structure, readability, and logical flow without altering the intended meaning
 </li>
 <li>
 Identify ambiguities, inconsistencies, and factual or structural issues
 </li>
 <li>
 Enforce style guide adherence and maintain high editorial standards
 </li>
 <li>
 Flag unclear instructions, weak reasoning, or editorial risks in source material
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide thoughtful feedback to enhance overall content quality
 </li>
 <li>
 Ideal Qualifications
 </li>
 <li>
 5+ years of proven professional experience in copy editing, proofreading, journalism, publishing, technical editing, or a related field
 </li>
 <li>
 Exceptional written and grammatical command of English (native or near-native proficiency required)
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrated history of high-precision editorial work with minimal error rates
 </li>
 <li>
 Extremely high attention to detail and ability to catch subtle inconsistencies
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong familiarity with style guides (e.g., Chicago, AP, MLA, or equivalent)
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to work independently while maintaining consistent quality standards
 </li>
 <li>
 Reliable availability and consistent engagement
 </li>
 <li>
 More About the Opportunity
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum commitment: 20 hours per week
 </li>
 <li>
 Ongoing, consistent engagement expected
 </li>
 <li>
 Work involves reviewing and refining high-volume written material Contract and Payment Terms
 </li>
 <ul>
 <li>
 You will be engaged as an independent contractor.
 </li>
 <li>
 This is a fully remote role that can be completed on your own schedule.
 </li>
 <li>
 Projects can be extended, shortened, or concluded early depending on needs and performance.
 </li>
 <li>
 Payments are weekly on Stripe or Wise based on services rendered.
 </li>
 </ul>
 </ul>
</div>

Copy Editor - American English - Remote

YO IT CONSULTING

<div>An opportunity is available for an experienced English Copy Editor to support high-quality written content across a range of AI training initiatives. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented language professional who can ensure clarity, consistency, grammatical precision, and stylistic excellence across complex written materials.
We are looking for someone who demonstrates exceptional command of English, strong editorial judgment, and a meticulous eye for detail. This role requires consistent engagement and reliability over time.
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">2. Key Responsibilities</h3>
<ul><li>Edit and proofread written content for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, and clarity</li>
<li>Ensure consistency in tone, style, formatting, and terminology across documents</li>
<li>Improve structure, readability, and logical flow without altering the intended meaning</li>
<li>Identify ambiguities, inconsistencies, and factual or structural issues</li>
<li>Enforce style guide adherence and maintain high editorial standards</li>
<li>Flag unclear instructions, weak reasoning, or editorial risks in source material</li>
<li>Provide thoughtful feedback to enhance overall content quality</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">3. Ideal Qualifications</h3>
<ul><li>5+ years of proven professional experience in copy editing, proofreading, journalism, publishing, technical editing, or a related field</li>
<li>Exceptional written and grammatical command of English (native or near-native proficiency required)</li>
<li>Demonstrated history of high-precision editorial work with minimal error rates</li>
<li>Extremely high attention to detail and ability to catch subtle inconsistencies</li>
<li>Strong familiarity with style guides (e.g., Chicago, AP, MLA, or equivalent)</li>
<li>Ability to work independently while maintaining consistent quality standards</li>
<li>Reliable availability and consistent engagement</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">4. More About the Opportunity</h3>
<ul><li>Minimum commitment: 20 hours per week</li>
<li>Ongoing, consistent engagement expected</li>
<li>Work involves reviewing and refining high-volume written material
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Contract and Payment Terms</h2>
<ul><li>You will be engaged as an independent contractor.</li>
<li>This is a fully remote role that can be completed on your own schedule.</li>
<li>Projects can be extended, shortened, or concluded early depending on needs and performance.</li>
<li>Payments are weekly on Stripe or Wise based on services rendered.</li></ul></li></ul></div>

<div>In the 16 years since it was founded, VTDigger has become Vermont&rsquo;s essential source of news and investigation &mdash; and a model for sustainable, nonprofit journalism across the country. 
We work to promote our mission of producing rigorous journalism that explains complex issues, promotes public accountability and fosters democratic and civic engagement each and every day. 
VTDigger&rsquo;s part-time night editor works with a team of editors and reporters to publish thorough, accurate, accessible, well-written copy with a top-notch visual presentation &mdash; and to share this work with our audience through newsletters, social media and other avenues. 
The part-time night editor is responsible for final reads, minor rewrites, fact-checking, identifying errors and omissions, conforming to VTDigger&rsquo;s style, and working with reporters to ensure the fairness and accuracy of stories. Given VTDigger&rsquo;s commitment to better serving the communities we cover, this person is expected to edit with an equity and inclusion lens. 
The night editor takes ownership of the presentation of stories on VTDigger&rsquo;s website and has a variety of responsibilities related to social media, newsletters, graphics and opinion. After the rest of the desk leaves for the day, this person is the editor in charge, keeping track of breaking news and other developments and determining how best to address them. This can include writing briefs and short stories. 
Essential Duties &amp; Responsibilities<ul><li>
Edits and digitally publishes stories and opinion pieces to our content management system</li><li>
Manages the website and monitors breaking news and developments</li><li>
Writes briefs and short stories as necessary</li><li>
Addresses urgent tips and correction requests</li><li>
Builds and schedules daily and weekly newsletters</li><li>
In coordination with the Digital Editor, shares stories on social media</li><li>
Communicates professionally with sources, readers and colleagues</li><li>
When able to attends and participates in newsroom, all-staff and, as needed, cross-functional team meetings</li><li>
Attends VTDigger events, as needed</li></ul> 
Position Requirements<ul><li>
Commitment and dedication to VTDigger&rsquo;s mission</li><li>
Exceptional attention to detail</li><li>
Strong knowledge of digital publishing platforms and commitment to continuous learning and innovation</li><li>
Commitment to cultivating and developing an inclusive culture and working relationships across the organization and enhancing a sense of belonging</li><li>
Communicative across the organization, with employees and with VTDigger&rsquo;s audiences</li><li>
Maintaining high standards of expectations for themselves, their team, the leadership and organization itself</li><li>
Maintaining a broad understanding of the organization&rsquo;s goals</li><li>
Collaborative with team members and ensuring respectful teamwork across the organization</li></ul> 
Skills and Experience<ul><li>
Professional reporting and/or editing experience</li><li>
Possesses excellent organizational, communication, interpersonal skills and attention to detail.</li><li>
Ability to meet short deadlines and work with little supervision.</li><li>
Knowledge of Associated Press style</li><li>
An understanding of digital presentation and production.</li><li>
Clear understanding of journalism principles, ethics, standards and style</li><li>
Knowledge of analytics, Adobe Suite, Wordpress CMS, digital management tools preferred but not required</li><li>
Curiosity, flexibility and a willingness to tackle stories over a range of subjects</li></ul> 
Working Conditions
Our office is located in Montpelier, Vermont. We are open to the night editor living elsewhere &mdash; so long as they understand this region or are committed to learning about it. 
Hours
The night editor typically works from 5 pm to 9 p.m. on weeknights, but exact hours may vary based on news needs. Some weekend work and flexibility is required. 
Physical Demands
Work involves accomplishing most duties from a seated or standing position. There is potential for eye strain from reading detailed materials on a computer screen. Deadlines, workloads during peak periods, and changing priorities may cause increased stress levels. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer. VTDigger does not provide visa sponsorship. 
The pay range for this role is: 
29 - 33 USD per hour(Vermont) 
29 - 33 USD per hour(New Hampshire) 
29 - 33 USD per hour(Massachusetts) 
29 - 33 USD per hour(Colorado)</div>

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Copy Editor for The Sun Star

Part-Time Night Editor

Copy Editor - American English - Remote

Copy Editor - American English - Remote

Part-Time Night Editor

Copy Editor - American English - Remote

Copy Editor - American English - Remote