Experienced Freelance Editor for Literature Study Guides - Remote Opportunity with Competitive Hourly Rate

Join Our Team: Shaping the Future of Literature Education At SuperSummary, we're on a mission to empower learners of all ages to dive deeper into the world of literature. As a fast-growing literature study guide company, we're committed to providing authoritative and comprehensive guides that make complex texts accessible to everyone. We're now seeking a skilled and motivated Freelance Editor to join our team on a remote basis, working on literature study guides that span a wide range of genres and topics. About Our Company Culture As a fully remote team, we harness the power of global talent to create exceptional study guides that exceed our readers' expectations. Our team is comprised of seasoned educators, professors, and advanced-degree holders who are passionate about literature and education. We're dedicated to fostering a collaborative and supportive environment that encourages growth, creativity, and innovation. Key Responsibilities: Elevating Literature Study Guides As a Freelance Editor with SuperSummary, you'll play a critical role in ensuring the quality and accuracy of our literature study guides. Your primary responsibilities will include: Developmental editing: Bolstering summaries and literary analysis to provide clear and concise insights into complex texts. Copyediting: Ensuring that guides are free of errors and flow smoothly. Content evaluation: Assessing the quality of ideas presented by our writers and suggesting improvements where necessary. Rewriting: Enhancing clarity, pace, and overall flow of the guides. Prioritization: Strategizing your editing approach to maximize efficiency and effectiveness. Collaboration: Working closely with our dedicated editorial team to ensure consistency and quality across guides. What We Offer: A Rewarding and Flexible Opportunity In return for your expertise and dedication, we offer a competitive hourly rate of $22+ per hour, with prompt weekly payments and no cap on total hours worked. As a freelancer, you'll enjoy a fully remote and flexible work schedule, allowing you to work from anywhere in the world at hours that suit you. You'll also have access to: A consistent and reliable stream of work on a wide range of texts, from popular fiction to niche nonfiction and beyond. The ability to select your assignments from our extensive queue, ensuring that you work on projects that align with your interests and expertise. A dedicated editorial team that provides training, support, and constructive feedback to help you grow as an editor. Opportunities to get involved in various aspects of our content team, including writer coaching, market research, and special projects. A transparent advancement path for editors who are eager to grow with our company. Essential Qualifications: The Skills and Experience We're Looking For To succeed as a Freelance Editor with SuperSummary, you'll need: Exceptional writing skills and a keen eye for detail. Extensive editing experience, particularly in academic writing. A proven track record of comprehensive editing of long-form content. A passion for literature and the ability to analyze a wide range of texts. The availability to complete multiple editing assignments per week. The ability to prioritize your editing strategy for maximum efficiency and effectiveness. While not essential, a background in literature, literary analysis, and/or teaching is highly desirable. We're also keen to hear from editors who are interested in participating in other content team projects, such as writer training and market research. About Our Study Guides: A Diverse Range of Texts and Topics Our study guides are designed to provide in-depth analysis and insights into a wide range of texts, including fiction, nonfiction, and drama. With guides ranging from 5,000 to 25,000 words, our editors work on a diverse array of projects, including: Fiction titles like Exhalation (Ted Chiang), Deacon King Kong (James McBride), and Beloved (Toni Morrison). Nonfiction titles like The Death and Life of the Great Lakes (Dan Egan), The Ballot or the Bullet (Malcolm X), and Helter Skelter (Vincent Bugliosi, Curt Gentry). Middle grade and YA titles like The Inquisitor's Tale (Adam Gidwitz), Brown Girl Dreaming (Jacqueline Woodson), and Front Desk (Kelly Yang). Theater titles like Antigone (Sophocles), A Raisin in the Sun (Lorraine Hansberry), and Amadeus (Peter Shaffer). Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits As a Freelance Editor with SuperSummary, you'll have the opportunity to develop your skills and expertise in a collaborative and supportive environment. You'll work on a diverse range of projects, honing your ability to analyze complex texts and communicate insights effectively. You'll also have access to training, feedback, and coaching from our experienced editorial team, helping you to grow as an editor and advance your career. Compensation, Perks, and Benefits We offer a competitive hourly rate, prompt weekly payments, and a flexible work schedule that allows you to work from anywhere. As a valued member of our team, you'll also have access to opportunities for growth and development, as well as a collaborative and supportive work environment. Join Our Team: Apply Today! If you're a skilled and motivated Freelance Editor with a passion for literature and education, we want to hear from you. With a commitment to workplace diversity and a culture of inclusivity, we're dedicated to creating a team that reflects the diversity of the texts we work with. Apply today and let's build the future of literature education together! We're excited to welcome you to our team and look forward to reviewing your application! Apply for this job