We’re hiring an experienced technical editor/copyeditor to audit and polish beginner-friendly programming projects. You’ll validate code, fix explanations, and ensure the material is accurate, readable, and consistent. Primary languages:

• Python
• JavaScript
• SQL
• HTML/CSS

Average project length: ~2,000 words (hands-on, step-by-step exercises).

What you’ll do

• Verify code accuracy and runability
• Execute all code samples; confirm expected outputs.
• Flag and fix logic errors, edge cases, version issues, and platform gotchas.
• Ensure code style is consistent with our guide (naming, formatting, comments).
• Validate instructional steps
• Review every step for clarity, completeness, and correct sequencing.
• Rewrite ambiguous directions; add missing context, warnings, or prerequisites.
• Confirm environment setup and dependencies (e.g., Python version, Node/npm, DB setup) are correct and reproducible.
• Copyedit for readability
• Correct grammar, punctuation, and usage; simplify wording without dumbing it down.
• Enforce consistent terminology and UI labels; fix formatting of code, paths, and commands.
• Apply plain-language, inclusive writing appropriate for beginners.
• Quality and consistency checks
• Ensure screenshots, filenames, and outputs match the text.
• Update deprecated APIs or commands; note breaking changes between versions.
• Maintain a concise change log for each project.

Must-have qualifications

• Strong proficiency with Python, JavaScript, SQL, and HTML/CSS (enough to spot subtle mistakes and better alternatives).
• Proven experience technically editing book-level or curriculum-level materials.
• Comfortable running and debugging code on Windows and macOS (or containerized environments).
• Working knowledge of linters/formatters (e.g., Black, Prettier), Markdown, and basic Git workflows.
• Excellent command of English and an eye for beginner pitfalls.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with Jupyter, Node toolchains, SQLite/Postgres, and browser dev tools.
• Experience with accessibility basics (alt text, color contrast, semantic HTML).
• Knowledge of Chicago/house-style conventions for technical publishing.

Scope & workflow

• Projects assigned in batches; each project ~2,000 words with embedded code.
• You return: edited manuscript (track changes), corrected code files, and a brief issue log.
• Typical pass includes: technical edit → copyedit → quick final check after author fixes.
• Collaboration via Notion (track changes) + Git repo or shared folder for code.

Tools we use

• Notion (track changes)
• VS Code / your preferred editor
• Git (basic branching/PRs)

Engagement details

• Contract / freelance with steady, recurring work if quality and timelines hold.
• Competitive per-project or per-hour rates (commensurate with experience).
• Turnaround expectations will be clear per batch before you accept.

How to apply

Send:

• Brief note on your relevant editing experience.
• Two samples: (a) a marked-up technical edit, (b) a short code review or before/after edit.
• Your standard rates and earliest start date.

Short-listed candidates will complete a paid editing exercise (a real excerpt with code).

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $25.00 - $45.00 per hour

Work Location: Remote

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