AlterNet, a national two-time Webby-winning online news magazine in San Francisco, seeks a part-time copy editor with an appetite for politics and an eye for detail.

Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree or higher in journalism and/or two years of experience as a copy editor (preferably in journalism but other areas considered), strong command of spelling, grammar and Associated Press style, and the ability to edit quickly and accurately on deadline. Familiarity with content management systems a plus.

AlterNet publishes daily at midnight, so you must have evening availability. Some work can be accomplished in the afternoon, but most stories will need to be edited between 6 and 10 p.m.

This is a part time contract and telecommute position.

To apply, email your resume and cover letter to heather@alternet.org. Please reference the position you’re applying for in the subject line. No attachments, please– send text in body of e-mail.

No phone calls, please!
AlterNet is an equal opportunity employer.

* Telecommuting is ok.
* This is a part-time job.

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