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About WPP Production
We are WPP Production - the unified global production company that brings together all of WPP's content producers, studios and craft experts into one connected organisation. We combine world-class human craft with next generation technology to originate, design, and deliver multi-channel content systems at scale. Built for borderless collaboration and powered by deep craft expertise, we are the production engine designed for today's always on, AI driven marketing world.
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What does a Freelance Copyeditor do at WPP Production?
The Copyeditor will be responsible for copyediting, proofreading and production editing of translated materials in Czech. Working closely with copywriters and other creatives, the Copyeditor will perform final editing and validation of customer facing communications materials for our client, an exciting global brand.
Maintaining the highest possible standards of work, the ideal candidate will apply their advanced editing and linguistic skills, technical knowledge and exceptional attention to detail to ensure clarity and accuracy across all communications.
Key Responsibilities
- Edit and proofread editorial, marketing, and social media copy, across digital, print and in-store communications
- Responsible for maintaining a consistent tone of voice, personality and cultural relevance for your market
- Work closely with validation and creative teams on a high volume of projects, delivering on time and to an excellent standard, often with short deadlines
- Leverage glossaries and style guides to ensure alignment with the brand’s tone of voice, ensuring clarity and accuracy of translations, and maintaining the highest possible standard of work
- Responsible for ensuring product and technical accuracy, as well as linguistic accuracy
- Ensuring special attention is paid to whether content is appropriate and correct for the target market
- Responsible for providing ongoing linguistic guidance and feedback to Translation partners, client’s producers and project managers
- Responsible for keeping own product and brand knowledge up to date
Requirements
- Significant experience in a copyediting and/or subediting role, ideally within a creative or marketing agency, reputable publication or publishing house
- Experience editing and proofreading marketing and communications materials, preferably for a creative or consumer brand
- Czech speaker with nuanced understanding of language conventions, style and usage
- Possess familiarity with U.S. English style and usage
- Experience working for global brands
- Working knowledge of translation and project management tools
- Experience in supporting the development and maintenance of style guides and glossaries
- Demonstrate excellent communication skills as well as the ability to work as a team member. Must be able to perform effectively and efficiently under time pressure
- Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to focus, adapt and prioritise in a fast-paced environment.
- Possess a solid understanding of the creative development and production process
- Great technical literacy and comfortable working with digital teams
Please note this is a Freelance, project based opportunity
Why work here:
At WPP Production, you’ll help shape the future of content production at a truly global scale. We bring together world-class talent, cutting-edge studios, and advanced technology to solve some of the most complex creative and production challenges in the industry. You’ll work in a collaborative, borderless environment where craft excellence is valued, innovation is encouraged, and AI and next-generation tools are used to amplify not replace human creativity. With access to diverse projects, global career opportunities, and the backing of WPP’s unmatched network, this is a place where you can grow your skills, make real impact, and create work that performs for every audience, across every channel, at every moment.
Inclusion and Impact
WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
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