Volunteer Copy Editor

Our mission is to challenge and expand our understanding of our beautiful world! Role This is a volunteer remote role for a Copy Editor. You will be responsible for editing and proofreading articles, ensuring grammatical accuracy, and maintaining the editorial voice of Zimmer Magazine. Tasks include reviewing article submissions for coherence and clarity, providing constructive feedback to writers, and collaborating with the editorial team to enhance the quality of content. For this role, we require a copy edit of up to eight pieces per month (two per week), so please only apply if you feel you could do this. Your deadline gives you around 3-5 days to get the edit done whenever your schedule allows you. You will edit book reviews, articles, opinion pieces and columns to ensure consistency across our content. Therefore, the copy editor should be someone who enjoys reading or engaging in cultural commentary in order to uplift diverse voices and challenge the world around us. The ideal person would be able to offer constructive feedback without coming across as rude - we are based entirely off volunteers and are all donating our time to this role, so we try to promote as much positivity as we possibly can! Ideal person:

• Proficiency in Grammar and Text Editing - especially in English
• Strong Proofreading skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently and remotely
• Passion for literature is a plus! You do not need to be a native English speaker for the role, but due to its nature, proof of English level may be required. The expected start date for this volunteer role (after a test-run) is 1st July. You can either apply here or by emailing heidi@zimmermagazine.com - say hi!