Associate Editor - Marketing

This position will follow our hybrid work model; we expect the selected candidate to work 5 days a month at our Saint Petersburg, FL, corporate office.

This role offers an exciting opportunity for someone who has a passion for meticulously safeguarding the written word and a key eye for detail. As an associate editor, this role will join our creative services team, working under moderate supervision. Your primary responsibility will be proofreading marketing materials to ensure the accuracy, clarity and quality of written content. This includes checking for grammatical, spelling, punctuation and typographical errors, as well as ensuring consistency in tone, style and formatting.

In addition to proofreading, this role will provide direction on design and brand elements in accordance with the corporate style guide. The associate editor reviews copy in the context of the creative brief or job specifications and provides feedback with respect to the overall theme and intent of the content. This position involves regular communication with internal team members to obtain or clarify facts and information, and advocates for stronger copy when needed. The associate editor will make decisions with guidance from an account executive, creative director, manager and other team members.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Proofread, and/or copyedit marketing materials for continuity, grammar, syntax, spelling, punctuation, typographical errors, accuracy and adherence to corporate style and brand.

Exceptional attention to detail and solid grasp of grammar.

Verify the accuracy of all referenced facts and double-check cross-referenced materials

Ability to make recommendations and offer rationales for suggested changes to content.

Stays current on trends in business writing (from general mechanics to industry jargon) via AP stylebook and financial/industry sources.

Consults with department management team on brand/style guide and ensure adherence of style and tone in materials created for financial advisors and internal departments.

Ability to quickly determine priorities in a self-directed work environment so that both creative and operational responsibilities and deadlines are met.

Takes ultimate accountability to ensure final marketing materials are100% error-free, consistent and accurate.

Manages deadlines through communication.

Evaluate and recommend changes to create efficiencies.

Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge of

Fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of copyediting

AP Style and Chicago Manual of Style standards

Familiarity with financial industry terminology and compliance issues is a plus

Financial industry-specific style issues relating to content nice to have

Basic print production

Skill in

Advanced command of grammar and attention to detail to edit, proof and revise copy

Self-directed fact-checking (versus creative writing), including checking the accuracy of percentages and other calculations used in materials

Clearly communicating ideas and making copy recommendations

Working with cross-functional teams to meet client expectations

Effective time management sufficient to handle multiple tasks, prioritize workload and meet deadlines.

Quick reading skills

Detailed-oriented

MS Office suite as well as computer and web literacy across devices.

Ability to

Review and revise copy critically and accurately.

Provide constructive feedback on copy.

Communicate clearly and professionally.

Apply financial industry-specific style issues relating to content and recognize industry-specific compliance issues.

Work in cross-functional teams and in client-facing situations.

Assist others in making decisions related to the refinement/improvement of copy.

Serve as an accessible resource for guidance and support within the department.

Build relationships with colleagues at similar levels, both within and outside of the department.

Organize and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Operate standard office equipment.

Consistently demonstrate a sense of urgency.

Clearly demonstrate a client-first focus in line with the Raymond James culture.

Licenses/Certifications

None required.

Travel Required:

No

EducationBachelor’s: Business Administration, Bachelor’s: Creative Writing, Bachelor’s: Marketing

Work ExperienceGeneral Experience - 13 months to 3 years

Certifications

Travel

WorkstyleHybrid

At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view.

We expect our associates at all levels to:

• Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same

• Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes

• Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind

• Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter

• Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm

At Raymond James – as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates. When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.

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