Economic Editor (Mid-Level/Senior) - Horizontal Talent
Atlanta, GA 30383
About the Job
General Role Responsibilities:
• Provide deep editorial support for Research publications that reflects an understanding of underlying economic principals, applications to policy, and complex subject matters
• Ensure research outputs are clear, concise, and accessible to targeted audiences.
• Work with authors at critical stages of developing org publications
• Edit and occasionally write ad hoc materials for web content or special projects that ensure a consistent style and clear communication of Research key messages
• Maintain a broad and extensive understanding of economics, finance, monetary policy
• Ensure publications adhere to org policies and protocol. Liaise with Public Affairs writers, copy editors, and designers
• Develop and oversee publications schedules by coordinating with authors and other subject matter experts within the department and serve as primary liaison to org partners across departments on publications and web content
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.
Additional Senior Level Responsibilities:
• Provide deep editorial support for Research publications that reflects an understanding of underlying economic principals, applications to policy, and complex subject matters.
• Ensure research outputs are clear, concise, and accessible to targeted audiences.
• Work with authors at critical stages of developing org publications and assists with developing the writing skills of staff.
• Edit and occasionally write ad hoc materials for web content or special projects that ensure a consistent style and clear communication of Research key messages.
• Maintain a broad and extensive understanding of economics, finance, monetary policy.
• Ensure publications adhere to org policies and protocol. Liaise with Public Affairs writers, copy editors, and designers.
• Develop and oversee publications schedules by coordinating with authors and other subject matter experts within the department and serve as primary liaison to org partners across departments on publications and web content.
• Develop strategies to improve communication of research outputs and web content to ensure outputs are accessible to their targeted audience.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.
Knowledge Areas:
• Exceptional editorial skills with the ability to rapidly absorb complex ideas and distill them into accessible and impactful copy.
• Effective and adaptive interpersonal skills, collaborative and strong verbal, and written communication.
• Working knowledge of economic principles and current economic issues and a strong interest in economics and public policy.
• Ability to work under deadlines and balance a range of short-term and long-term projects with consistent attention to detail.
• Mastery of Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, Excel) and preferably LaTex and Overleaf.
Qualifications: Mid-Level Economic Editor
The Economic Editor leverages excellent editing skills and an understanding of economic principles to improve the accessibility of research products, including highly technical publications, for the appropriate audience(s). The successful candidate collaborates closely with economists and can absorb complex topics and translate them to ensure publications effectively communicate the intended message. One of the main responsibilities will be balancing ideas and feedback, enhancing the clarity and accuracy of research publications while adhering to quality, risk, and style guidelines of the org.
Education: Bachelor’s/University degree or equivalent required; advanced degree in economics, business, journalism, or English a plus. Coursework or background in Economics strongly preferred
Experience: Related work experience 5+ years editing complex or technical content to make it accessible to a broader audience.
Qualifications: Senior-Level Economic Editor
The Senior Economic Editor leverages excellent editing skills and an understanding of economic principles to improve the accessibility of research products, including highly technical publications, for the appropriate audience(s). The successful candidate collaborates closely with economists and can absorb complex topics and translate them to ensure publications effectively communicate the intended message. One of the responsibilities will be balancing ideas and feedback, enhancing the clarity and accuracy of research publications while adhering to quality, risk, and style guidelines of the Org. The Senior Economic Editor will manage publication schedules as well as develop strategies to improve communication of research outputs.
Education: Bachelor’s/University degree or equivalent required; advanced degree in economics, business, journalism, or English a plus. Coursework or background in Economics strongly preferred.
Experience: Related work experience 10+years editing complex or technical content to make it accessible to a broader audience. Data literacy and ability to understand and communicate complex charts. Experience in managing a publication process a plus.
Horizontal facilitates valuable and productive conversations between you and potential employers. We can assist you in growing your career by partnering you with employers that offer challenging assignments. For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Check out all we have to offer and how you can become part of the Horizontal Talent Team. The pay range for this role is $43 - $50 per hour. This is not a guarantee of compensation, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.
• Provide deep editorial support for Research publications that reflects an understanding of underlying economic principals, applications to policy, and complex subject matters
• Ensure research outputs are clear, concise, and accessible to targeted audiences.
• Work with authors at critical stages of developing org publications
• Edit and occasionally write ad hoc materials for web content or special projects that ensure a consistent style and clear communication of Research key messages
• Maintain a broad and extensive understanding of economics, finance, monetary policy
• Ensure publications adhere to org policies and protocol. Liaise with Public Affairs writers, copy editors, and designers
• Develop and oversee publications schedules by coordinating with authors and other subject matter experts within the department and serve as primary liaison to org partners across departments on publications and web content
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.
Additional Senior Level Responsibilities:
• Provide deep editorial support for Research publications that reflects an understanding of underlying economic principals, applications to policy, and complex subject matters.
• Ensure research outputs are clear, concise, and accessible to targeted audiences.
• Work with authors at critical stages of developing org publications and assists with developing the writing skills of staff.
• Edit and occasionally write ad hoc materials for web content or special projects that ensure a consistent style and clear communication of Research key messages.
• Maintain a broad and extensive understanding of economics, finance, monetary policy.
• Ensure publications adhere to org policies and protocol. Liaise with Public Affairs writers, copy editors, and designers.
• Develop and oversee publications schedules by coordinating with authors and other subject matter experts within the department and serve as primary liaison to org partners across departments on publications and web content.
• Develop strategies to improve communication of research outputs and web content to ensure outputs are accessible to their targeted audience.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.
Knowledge Areas:
• Exceptional editorial skills with the ability to rapidly absorb complex ideas and distill them into accessible and impactful copy.
• Effective and adaptive interpersonal skills, collaborative and strong verbal, and written communication.
• Working knowledge of economic principles and current economic issues and a strong interest in economics and public policy.
• Ability to work under deadlines and balance a range of short-term and long-term projects with consistent attention to detail.
• Mastery of Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, Excel) and preferably LaTex and Overleaf.
Qualifications: Mid-Level Economic Editor
The Economic Editor leverages excellent editing skills and an understanding of economic principles to improve the accessibility of research products, including highly technical publications, for the appropriate audience(s). The successful candidate collaborates closely with economists and can absorb complex topics and translate them to ensure publications effectively communicate the intended message. One of the main responsibilities will be balancing ideas and feedback, enhancing the clarity and accuracy of research publications while adhering to quality, risk, and style guidelines of the org.
Education: Bachelor’s/University degree or equivalent required; advanced degree in economics, business, journalism, or English a plus. Coursework or background in Economics strongly preferred
Experience: Related work experience 5+ years editing complex or technical content to make it accessible to a broader audience.
Qualifications: Senior-Level Economic Editor
The Senior Economic Editor leverages excellent editing skills and an understanding of economic principles to improve the accessibility of research products, including highly technical publications, for the appropriate audience(s). The successful candidate collaborates closely with economists and can absorb complex topics and translate them to ensure publications effectively communicate the intended message. One of the responsibilities will be balancing ideas and feedback, enhancing the clarity and accuracy of research publications while adhering to quality, risk, and style guidelines of the Org. The Senior Economic Editor will manage publication schedules as well as develop strategies to improve communication of research outputs.
Education: Bachelor’s/University degree or equivalent required; advanced degree in economics, business, journalism, or English a plus. Coursework or background in Economics strongly preferred.
Experience: Related work experience 10+years editing complex or technical content to make it accessible to a broader audience. Data literacy and ability to understand and communicate complex charts. Experience in managing a publication process a plus.
Horizontal facilitates valuable and productive conversations between you and potential employers. We can assist you in growing your career by partnering you with employers that offer challenging assignments. For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Check out all we have to offer and how you can become part of the Horizontal Talent Team. The pay range for this role is $43 - $50 per hour. This is not a guarantee of compensation, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.
Horizontal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We seek to provide employment opportunities to talented, qualified candidates regardless of race, color, sex/gender including gender identity and/or expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law.
In addition, Horizontal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application or interview process, please contact us. All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.
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