English Language Editor

NOTE: IF INTERERESTED, SEND YOUR CV TO: tatiana.massaad@york-press.com

ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE WILLING TO MOVE TO CAIRO FOR A SPECIFIC PERIOD OF TIME

We are seeking a hard-working and dedicated fresh graduate to join our team for a temporary internship position based in Cairo, Egypt. As an English Language Editor, you will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy or written content in English. This role requires meticulous attention to detail, command of the English Language and the ability to work effectively within deadlines.

Responsibilities:

• Editing and proofreading ELT textbooks and related materials to the highest standards of style and accuracy
• Researching and adapting material according to specific cultures or markets
• Writing new material in the process of making cultural adaptations
• Working according to a consistency checklist or style guide
• Preparing artwork briefs and searching for appropriate images
• Developing content for interactive activities
• Matching different components of a book and detecting inconsistencies
• Reviewing and quality control of the content in interactive books
• Ensuring processes and schedules are adhered to troubleshooting problems and implementing solutions
• Quality-checking typescripts throughout the copyediting process

Qualifications:

• Native-level proficiency in British English
• Willingness to relocate to Cairo, Egypt for the duration of the Internship
• Recently graduated with a BA in English Literature or Linguistics
• Excellent command of the English Language, including grammar and punctuation
• Great writing and editing skills
• Excited and willing to travel for work
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and familiarity with editing software and tools