We are seeking an experienced Website Content Editor to refine and polish content for a new website currently in development.
Our team has completed the website design and information architecture, and we are drafting the content for each page. We are looking for a skilled editor who can transform our drafts into clear, engaging, and user-friendly website copy.
This is not a content strategy or website design project. We are looking for someone who excels at improving existing content, not creating it from scratch.
Responsibilities:
- Edit and rewrite drafted website content for clarity, readability, and engagement
- Improve headlines, subheadings, and calls-to-action
- Ensure a consistent voice and tone across all pages
- Organize content for easy scanning and readability
- Simplify complex information without losing meaning
- Proofread for grammar, punctuation, and consistency
- Provide recommendations where additional clarification or content may be needed
- Deliver polished content that is ready for implementation into WordPress
What We'll Provide:
- Draft content for each website page
- Existing website for reference
- Approved website designs and page layouts
- Supporting documentation and reference materials
- Brand guidelines
We're looking for someone with experience in:
- Website content editing
- Website copywriting
- UX writing
- Copy editing
- Plain language writing
- Editing existing website content
- Writing for professional organizations, nonprofits, government agencies, healthcare, education, or similar industries
Deliverables:
- Edited and polished website copy for approximately 20–30 pages
- Improved headlines and calls-to-action
- Content organized by page and section for easy implementation
- Editorial recommendations where appropriate
Timeline
We are looking to begin immediately and would like the project completed within the next few weeks.
Please include your estimated turnaround time in your proposal.
To Apply
Please provide:
- 2–3 examples of websites you've edited or rewritten
- A brief description of your role on each project
- Your availability over the next 2–3 weeks
- Your estimated timeline for completing this project
Please begin your proposal with the words "Website Content" to confirm you've read the full job description.
Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate strong experience in website editing and can transform draft content into concise, engaging, user-focused web copy.
