JUNIOR EDITOR
Editorial Department
Reports to: Editorial Supervisor
The Junior Editor supports the editorial team in producing accurate, consistent materials across print and digital channels. Working under the guidance of more experienced editors, this person will proofread copy, check revisions, assist with fact checks, and review materials against brand style guides. Projects may include websites, interactive visual aids, emails, microsites, print ads, brochures, direct mailers, and conference materials. The Junior Editor embodies Calcium+Company’s core values of commitment, integrity, and respect in their work and relationships with colleagues and clients.
- Proofreads materials for spelling, grammar, punctuation, formatting, and consistency
- Checks revisions against previous versions to confirm that requested changes have been made accurately
- Assists with word-for-word reviews and fact checks under the guidance of senior editors
- Applies brand style guides and flags inconsistencies or questions for the assigned editor
- Supports editors across brand teams during busy periods
- Learns and follows the department’s editorial and electronic routing processes
- Strong proofreading skills and close attention to detail
- Interest in healthcare advertising and a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work
- Foundational knowledge of AMA style or a willingness to learn it
- Ability to take feedback, ask questions, and manage multiple assignments and deadlines
- Familiarity with electronic routing systems is a plus
- BA in English, Communications, or a related field, or a BS in a life sciences field such as biology or chemistry; relevant experience will also be considered
- Prior internship or professional experience in editing, healthcare advertising, publishing, or medical communications is a plus
For U.S. Job Seekers, it is the policy of Calcium+Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, ethnic origin, gender, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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Skills Required
- Strong proofreading skills and close attention to detail
- Interest in healthcare advertising and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work
- Foundational knowledge of AMA style or willingness to learn it
- Ability to take feedback, ask questions, and manage multiple assignments and deadlines
- Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, or a related field; alternatively, a bachelor’s degree in a life sciences field or relevant experience
- Familiarity with electronic routing systems
- Prior internship or professional experience in editing, healthcare advertising, publishing, or medical communications
What We Do
Calcium+Company is an award-winning health communications group dedicated to nourishing companies and brands across their full lifecycle. To collaborate with a broad array of diverse clients and deliver innovative solutions, we’re organized around specialty divisions that include Calcium (healthcare marketing), Vitamin MD (medical communications), PRotein (public relations), Amino (oncology marketing), and Cobalt (commercial planning and market access). Our integrated strategy group, which combines brand, medical, and engagement strategy into one solution, works across Calcium+Company to deliver strategy grounded in behavioral science and data analytics. We are proud of our work but equally proud of our culture and were recently ranked one of MM+M’s 2024 Best Places to Work. Calcium+Company is led by CEO Judy Capano and Group President Greg Lewis. #nourishmentforlife
