Freelance bilingual (English/French) content editor responsible for preparing, editing, fact-checking, and improving web content across industry verticals. Ensure AP style, adapt tone to audiences, implement feedback, and act as final approver while meeting deadlines and collaborating remotely.
Siege Media is a growing and remote-first organic growth agency! We were nationally recognized on Inc.’s Best Workplaces list and Inc. 5000 list, highlighting the 5000 fastest-growing private companies. Interested in joining the Siege team? We currently have a spot open for a talented Freelance Bilingual Content Editor (English/French) to help us continue to deliver great content for our world-class clients.
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Siege Media values diversity. We encourage people of color, LGBTQIA+ folks, veterans, parents and those with disabilities to apply. We are committed to helping all people succeed at Siege. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete our application or interview process, please let us know.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, edit, and rewrite comprehensive copy on a variety of topics within specific industry verticals in both English and French with minimal supervision
- Read copy to identify and correct errors in spelling, grammar, and syntax
- Demonstrate the ability to adapt tone and complexity of a piece to speak to the correct audience, as well as align with relevant style guides
- Fact-check copy to ensure that all dates, names, statistics, and facts are correct
- Identify ways to improve the structure and flow of content
- Act as the final stamp of approval on all assigned client copy
- Demonstrate the ability to implement feedback from clients and teammates
- Deliver a reliable, solutions-oriented approach to growing the online presence of our clients
Required Skills
- Close attention to detail with a heavy focus on AP style
- Experience writing and editing for the web, with a focus on digital content including long-form guides, infographics, how-tos, software/tool roundups, comparison posts, trend reports, and other thought leadership content
- Extensive knowledge of niche topics within the health, legal, finance and/or tech industries
- Goal-orientated with the ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to form productive working relationships in a remote environment
- Experience using Google Workspace
- 2-3 years experience creating and editing content for both French and English-speaking companies or brands
- 2–3 years in an editor role at a digital publication, ideally at reputable news sites or industry blogs or in an agency setting
Suggested Skills
- 4-year degree in French, English, journalism or a related field
- Intermediary SEO knowledge with a working knowledge of SEO tools and how they can be used to improve client websites
- Experience collaborating with design teams and giving guidance on design and UX best practices
Please plan to upload the following information during the application process:
- Your resume
- A short introduction/cover letter
- Links to your portfolio
Siege Media Chicago, Illinois, USA Office
Chicago, United States
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