Editor -OPT

Public Strategies (PS) is a nationally respected consulting, project management, and marketing firm based in Oklahoma City. We provide innovative solutions for federal, state, and local clients, including project and program management, training and technical assistance, technology, event management, research and evaluation, video production, and strategic communications. We also deliver research-informed direct services to financially vulnerable Oklahomans, with a focus on strengthening families and improving employment opportunities.

We are a collaborative team of thinkers, creatives, strategists, communicators, builders, researchers, and change agents committed to touching lives, driving change, and doing good well.

Position Summary

The Editor develops and refines written materials to inspire, engage, and inform audiences. This experienced professional combines a sharp editorial eye, versatile writing skills, and an exceptional command of grammar. Together with a team of content creators and graphic designers, the Editor ensures polished materials that reflect strategic goals for Public Strategies and its diverse clients. Working in a fast-paced environment, the Editor creates, reviews, and refines materials to optimize their clarity, precision, and impact.

Essential Job Functions

• Copy edit a variety of technical and marketing materials for grammar, style, spelling, and punctuation to ensure polished, professional deliverables
• Assure voice, tone, and literacy levels are appropriate for target audiences
• Adhere to editorial style sheets and ensure style consistency within projects
• Edit or write press releases, resumes, reports, presentations, briefs, abstracts, tip sheets, etc.
• Translate research from subject matter experts to more accessible language
• Contribute to proposal and business development efforts, including research, writing, editing, and quality control
• Other duties as assigned

Education/Training

• Bachelors degree in English, Marketing, Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, or other relevant field, required

Experience

• Minimum five years of professional editing experience
• Experience with curriculum and business development preferred
• Familiarity with publishing processes and intellectual property issues preferred
• Familiarity with Federal Plain Language Guidelines preferred

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills
• Outstanding writing skills, with proven ability to write concisely and persuasively
• Discernment in ensuring that approaches are relevant to specific client and business needs
• Excellent interpersonal skills; able to diplomatically communicate revisions to internal and external collaborators
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects concurrently while meeting deadlines
• Proficient in MS Office products, desktop publishing and project management software
• Ability to work across multiple style guides, including, AP, APA, MLA, and Chicago Manual of Style
• Passion for working on projects that impact the social good and provide services for low-income individuals and families