Remote | Copy Editor Experts (American English) -- $50-$60/hour

Job Description Job Description We are sharing a specialised part-time consulting opportunity for experienced copy editors with strong backgrounds in proofreading, journalism, publishing, technical editing, and high-precision editorial work in American English. This role supports an exciting collaboration focused on high-quality written content across a range of AI training initiatives. Selected professionals will edit and refine complex written materials, helping ensure clarity, consistency, grammatical precision, and stylistic excellence across high-volume editorial workflows. This opportunity is ideal for detail-oriented language professionals with exceptional command of English, strong editorial judgment, and a meticulous eye for consistency and quality. Key Responsibilities Professionals in this role may contribute to: Copy Editing & Proofreading Edit and proofread written content for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, and clarity Improve structure, readability, and logical flow without altering the intended meaning Maintain high standards of precision across large volumes of written material Editorial Consistency & Style Enforcement Ensure consistency in tone, style, formatting, and terminology across documents Enforce style guide adherence and maintain strong editorial standards Apply professional editorial judgment to preserve quality, coherence, and readability Content Review & Quality Feedback Identify ambiguities, inconsistencies, and factual or structural issues Flag unclear instructions, weak reasoning, or editorial risks in source material Provide thoughtful feedback to improve overall content quality Ideal Profile Strong candidates may have: 5+ years of proven professional experience in copy editing, proofreading, journalism, publishing, technical editing, or a related field Exceptional written and grammatical command of English, with native or near-native proficiency A demonstrated history of high-precision editorial work with minimal error rates Extremely strong attention to detail and the ability to catch subtle inconsistencies Strong familiarity with style guides such as Chicago, AP, MLA, or equivalent frameworks Ability to work independently while maintaining consistent quality standards Reliable availability and consistent engagement over time Preferred qualifications Experience handling high-volume editorial review workflows Strong background in style guide application across multiple content types Ability to provide sharp editorial feedback while preserving intended meaning and tone Why This Opportunity Contribute specialised editorial expertise to a high-impact AI collaboration Help improve the quality, clarity, and consistency of written materials used in advanced AI training Work on ongoing content review and refinement tasks with strong consistency expectations Flexible remote work with competitive hourly compensation Contract Details Independent contractor role Fully remote with flexible scheduling Hourly compensation of $50–$60 per hour Minimum commitment of 20 hours per week Ongoing, consistent engagement expected Work involves reviewing and refining high-volume written material Application process includes resume submission plus the required interview and assessment Mercor aims to follow up within a few days with next steps Projects may be extended, shortened, or concluded early depending on project needs and performance Weekly payments via Stripe or Wise Work will not involve access to confidential or proprietary information from any employer, client, or institution Please note: We are unable to support H1-B or STEM OPT candidates at this time Start date: Immediate About the Platform This opportunity is available through a leading AI-driven work platform that connects domain experts with frontier AI research projects. Experts contribute to improving advanced AI systems by providing specialised expertise across real-world workflows, structured evaluation, model training support, and domain-specific content refinement. By submitting this application, you acknowledge that your information may be processed by 24-MAG LLC for recruitment and opportunity matching in accordance with our Privacy Policy: