What are the responsibilities and job description for the Editor position at Robert Half?
Salary: $22.00 to $25.00 hourly
Description
Robert Half's marketing & creative client is looking for an Editor for a 3 month contract. This is an onsite, 40-hour-per-week position; candidates must be willing and able to work onsite 5 days per week. The Editor will be responsible for overseeing production processes, manuscript editing, project workflows, and new title launches. The will also collaborate with internal and external vendors and stakeholders on project status, ensuring materials are ready for publication.
Primary Responsibilities
Requirements
Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go.
All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit
© 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to
Description
Robert Half's marketing & creative client is looking for an Editor for a 3 month contract. This is an onsite, 40-hour-per-week position; candidates must be willing and able to work onsite 5 days per week. The Editor will be responsible for overseeing production processes, manuscript editing, project workflows, and new title launches. The will also collaborate with internal and external vendors and stakeholders on project status, ensuring materials are ready for publication.
Primary Responsibilities
- Manage book production from kickoff through delivery
- Edit according to Chicago Manual of Style
- Collaborate with authors, proofreaders, and designers
- Work with marketing and sales teams to develop marketing strategies
Requirements
- Degree in communication, writing, or related
- 2 years of editorial experience within a publishing or education industries
- Deep knowledge of Chicago Manual of Style
- Familiarity with project management tools like Workfront, Monday.com, or similar
- Experience tracking changes within Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat
- Detail-oriented
- Highly organized
- Familiarity with style guides and experience in developmental editing
- Excellent communication and project management skills
Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go.
All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit
© 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to
Salary : $22 - $25
