Bilingual Marketing Copy Editor

JOB PURPOSE: Proof and ensure marketing and advertising assets are free of errors, translations are correct and written content is engaging and accessible to the target audience.

 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Proofread and edit in English and Spanish for a variety of marketing vehicles, including but not limited to social media, websites, e-mail, print ads, in-store signage and more.
• Ensure content and product merchandising copy on Spanish website is up to date and accurate.
• Correct grammatical errors, sentence structure and spelling errors in English and Spanish.
• Ensure project and version codes are correct and consistent with print/distribution manifests before being sent to final production.
• Maintain database of commonly translated phrases, offers, legal disclaimers and messaging common to Upbound and its family brands’ marketing. 
• Ensure copy style and tone of materials maintain consistent writing per the brand standards and voice of the company and its family brands.
• Partner with Marketing teams to develop headlines and other copy points for social media, websites, e-mail, print ads, in-store signage and more.
• Maintain brand standards while striving for optimal accuracy in project proofs for all Upbound family brands. 
• Work with the creative team to develop, maintain and update style guides as needed.
• Additional duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 3 years of proofreading and editing in a corporate or agency Marketing environment. Copywriting experience a plus.
• Bilingual in English, US Spanish and Puerto Rico Spanish.
• Experience in translating from English to Spanish/Spanish to English.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office applications; Experience with Trados a plus.
• Familiar with and able to reference AP style guide.
• Team player, but able to work independently and take initiative. 
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Able to effectively prioritize work and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
• Expert level of efficiency with a sharp eye for detail.
• Maintain Confidentiality. 
• Translation testing may be required for employment.

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