The Editor will be responsible for editing updates to
various Professional Standards Group publications, working with
authors to make required changes, and submitting changes to various
teams for publication. Editor will work with the Assistant editor
on layout and proofreading aspects of the product cycle, and with
the Managing Editor on new projects as they arise.
Responsibilities:
Edits new interpretations for Professional Standards Group’s six publications, including:
- Reads copy to detect errors in spelling, punctuation, and syntax
- Ensures that copy conforms to AA publication style
- Edits copy to enhance readability and understandability
- Verifies facts, dates, and statistics, using standard reference sources
Work with authors to:
- Review edits and ensure accuracy and readability of copy
- Ensure timeliness of updates according to established publishing schedule
- Answer questions posed by publishers about copy
Works with Assistant Editor to prepares written material for publication, performing any combination of following duties:
- Initiates and responds to electronic mail to authors and non-AA editorial staff regarding deadlines and AA editorial policy
- Delivers edited final copy to publisher
- Reads page proofs to detect errors and indicates corrections, using standards proofreading symbols
As employees of an organization dedicated to rendering outstanding client service, all Arthur Andersen personnel are required to provide efficient and accurate service, both to our clients and to the Firm. Much of the work required is subject to strict deadlines and frequently must be accomplished within a short span of time. Often it is necessary to complete assignments on an overtime basis; it is required, therefore, that employees be available for overtime work, occasionally on short notice.
It is not the intention of this position description to limit the specific duties of this job, but rather to describe the major responsibilities and activities associated therewith at the time the position description was prepared. As our organization changes, as its needs or those of our clients change, or simply with the passage of time, the specific tasks and responsibilities which comprise any job also tend to undergo changes. Such changes may consist of additions to, reductions in, or substitutions of duties and responsibilities
Minimum Position Requirements:
- 3-5 years of editing experience, preferably in Accounting or Financial topics
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or English preferred
- Proficient in the use of microcomputers, Windows environment, and Microsoft Word; familiarity with Lotus Notes and Internet desirable
- Experience with either QuarkXpress or PageMaker beneficial
Demonstrable Skills:
- Independence - assumes ownership of assigned tasks
- Strong grammar, copy editing, and proofreading skills
- Keen eye for detail, completeness, and accuracy in text and layout
- Identification and correction of inconsistencies and problems
- Ability to grasp and edit complex technical accounting information
- Ability to interface professionally with team members at various levels (from Staff to Partner) within the organization; strong communication skills
- Ability to manage publication process and timetable for multiple projects simultaneously
- Effective organization of tasks and priorities
- Ability to meet deadlines or make alternative arrangements
- Quality control, trouble-shooting, and problem-solving techniques
- Familiarity with AP Style Guide or Chicago Manual of Style and other publishing resources.
Andersen’s vision is to be the partner for success in the new economy. The firm helps clients find new ways to create, manage and measure value in the rapidly changing global economy. With world class skills in assurance, tax, consulting and corporate finance, Andersen has more than 72,000 people in over 80 countries that are united by a single worldwide operating structure that fosters inventiveness, knowledge sharing and a focus on client success.
For confidential consideration, please forward your resume
to
resume.pmr@us.andersen.com
If you prefer, mail to
Arthur Andersen LLP
33 West Monroe Street
MS 1108
Chicago, IL 60603.
Please refer to job code Sun/Editor for the position listed above.
1/11/02; closes 2/11/02
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