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Job description
About Us
ISMG is a global intelligence firm and media powerhouse, leading the way in cybersecurity, enterprise IT, and digital transformation. With 10+ brands, 38 digital media properties, and over 400 premier events annually—ISMG connects a network of over 2M executives, decision-makers, and innovators with the insights and opportunities they need to stay ahead.
The Opportunity
ISMG is seeking a Copy Editor to join our Global Copy Desk, a centralized team which provides editing, proofreading, and ghostwriting as a service across ISMG's brands and business units. In this role, you will edit, proofread, fact-check and write content across formats including articles, interviews, newsletters, blogs, white papers and custom content. Additionally, you will contribute to the development and maintenance of editorial processes and procedures that meet global standards.
What You'll Be Doing
Editing and proofreading articles, audio and video interviews, webinars, newsletters, blogs, white papers and custom content for grammar, spelling, punctuation, style and readability.
Ensuring that content follows AP style and ISMG's global editing guidelines and maintains the appropriate tone, voice, clarity, flow and structure before publication.
Verifying the accuracy of facts, including names, dates and statistics.
Transcribing video and audio interviews, webinars and event sessions, and editing the transcripts.
Using AI-assisted editing and transcription tools to improve speed and consistency, while independently verifying all AI-generated output for accuracy, style and tone.
Writing and ghostwriting content for marketing and other lines of business as required.
Coordinating with the creative team on illustrations, infographics and photographs for layouts.
Working with editors, writers and stakeholders across ISMG brands and business units to deliver content on deadline.
Helping develop and maintain the desk's editorial processes and guidelines.
Keeping up with developments and trends in cybersecurity and technology.
What You Bring to the Table
3-5+ years of experience in a similar role.
Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, English or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
Strong editing skills and knowledge of the AP Stylebook.
Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize and meet deadlines under pressure.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Strong attention to detail, a proactive mindset and the ability to independently identify and resolve editorial challenges.
Knowledge of cybersecurity and technology would be an advantage.
🎯 Why ISMG?
High-growth, global organization with clear momentum and market leadership
Collaborative team of innovative thinkers and creative professionals
Supportive culture that values autonomy and excellence
Continuous learning and professional development
👉 Ready to be part of something bigger? Apply now or visit ISMG.io to learn more!