Copy Editor

Summary

Overview of the position Do you have a passion for writing and entertainment properties? Do you enjoy content from DC? Entertainment – Copy Editor uses their passion for all things DC and other entertainment properties to write and edit copy for trading cards and digital products.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an individual assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned.

• Write Entertainment Trading Card copy within InDesign.
• Edit and proof copy to ensure accuracy.
• Stay up to date on pop culture developments, including (but not limited to) DC films/series and comics.
• Work closely with your fellow entertainment writers to establish and refine agreements for how different properties and subjects/characters are written about.
• An ability to adapt to the changing guidelines of licensors and vendors.
• Research characters and storylines across different mediums (i.e. comics, films, tv shows, approved online sources, books, and client provided resources)
• Works under immediate supervision while exercising reasonable discretion and independent judgment.
• Communicate with team lead/other departments when issues arise.
• Hands-on, energetic and motivated self-starter with the ability to work additional hours as required.

Interaction

The position works with Product Development Coordinators, Project Managers and Brand Managers to ensure that Upper Deck products are top quality.

Education/Years Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• College Degree in Journalism, English, or Communications related is a plus.
• 1+ year of experience in professional writing or a related area.

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Familiar with DC comics/movies. But most importantly, an openness to always learn more.
• Demonstrates a willingness to learn, a natural curiosity, and research skills to take on new entertainment properties in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of trading cards and trading card game industry a plus.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Previous knowledge of using InDesign preferred.
• An understanding of AP Style.
• Strong organizational, editing, communication, and proofreading skills.
• A self-starter who takes initiative and is always willing to jump into their next assignment.
• Effective organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple high-priority projects with dedicated attention to detail.
• Professional demeanor; team player.
• Ability to interface with internal parties at all levels.
• Ability to maintain flexible work hours. Work hours are mostly consistent, but flexible working hours may be required based on production requirements.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Limited Travel on behalf of the Company, with local convention attendance.
• A self-starter who takes initiative and is always willing to jump into their next assignment.
• Effective organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple high-priority projects with dedicated attention to detail.
• Professional demeanor; team player.
• Ability to interface with internal parties at all levels.
• Ability to maintain flexible work hours. Work hours are mostly consistent, but flexible working hours may be required based on production requirements.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Limited Travel on behalf of the Company, with local convention attendance.