Migrated From iimjobs: English Language Editor -Kolkata - K12 Techno Services Pvt Ltd

Job Description :

We are looking for experienced editors passionate about content editing and review of school books and learning material related to the K12 curriculum. A very good knowledge of the English language and great proficiency in written English is a must. The candidate should be eager to work with academic content, have an inquisitive mind, and should be good at finding and correcting errors. The candidate should be able to reevaluate and review the content of school textbooks (K12 segment), lesson plans and question papers in a meaningful manner.

Mandatory Skills:

- A sound knowledge of English grammar and language

- Familiar with PDF editing tools

- Proficient in written and spoken English

- An eye for detail

- Good at spotting and correcting errors

- Able to conduct meaningful research and cross-check facts in order to review the content

- Familiar with basic content editing styles (Oxford and Cambridge)

- Familiar with editing PDF and word soft copies, with PDF tools and track changes

- Ability to manage workflows and keep track of work progress

- Ability to handle assigned work independently

- Ability to communicate and coordinate with the content teams

Eligibility:

- Must have a Master's degree in English Literature (MA in English Literature)

- Must have an education in an English Medium background

- Must have at least 2 years of editing experience

- Should be passionate about content editing and research

- Should be familiar with school education and school textbooks

- Should be eager to learn and quick to absorb knowledge

- Should have a proven expertise in the English language

- Should be a team player and good at coordination

Expectation from the candidate :

- Assist in the edit and review of school-level (K-12) books and learning material

- Cross-check all factual details in books, lesson plans and other learning material

- Solve questions and correct any errors in the answers in question papers and question banks

- Be available and open to constant training sessions to improve skills, and be eager to learn and grow

- Be able to manage worklfows and coordinate with content teams to ensure productivity

Please note : This is a full-time work-from-office position. Immediate joiners will be preferred.

Office Location : Kolkata, Sector V

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