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About Our CompanyVIZ Media has been bringing the finest in manga, anime, and global entertainment to English-speaking fans across the world for nearly 40 years. From classic series like Dragon Ball, Sailor Moon, and Naruto to current hits like My Hero Academia, Demon Slayer, and Chainsaw Man, we continue to offer the best in action, romance, fantasy, and adventure stories for fans of all ages.Job SummaryVIZ Media, the world leader in English-language versions of manga and anime, is looking for a Copy Editor to join our Editorial team. The Copy Editor is responsible for editing copy that appears in VIZ Media's print and digital publications—including chapters, graphic novels, trade books, novels, catalogs, and promotional materials—for errors of grammar, spelling, punctuation, clarity, accuracy, and completeness. The Copy Editor implements the guidelines for the overall quality and style standards of VIZ Publishing products.What you'll doCopyedit lettered pages of graphic novels, simultaneous serializations, manuscripts, and any other assigned text for accuracy and clarityProofread mechanicals and layouts of covers and miscellaneous text for graphic novels and other booksProofread bluelines of interior pages and miscellaneous text for graphic novels and other booksCheck for consistency and integrity of layout elements, including art, logos, ISBNs, and pricesEnforce and update in-house style guides, consulting the Chicago Manual of StyleMake recommendations to editors and designers to arrive at the best solutions for narrative flow and legibilityAutonomously manage workflow and set project priorities, meeting departmental production schedule deadlines while accommodating ad‑hoc rush projectsWork with Copy Chief to identify and address any issues affecting the copyediting and proofreading stages of the Publishing production processProcess books for reprinting, coordinating with Production and Publishing Operations staffThe ideal candidate has3+ years of copyediting experience, preferably in a publishing environmentExcellent English language skills, including knowledge of grammar and styleProfessional experience with standard style guides such as the Chicago Manual of StyleExperience creating style sheetsAbility to improve copy and maintain continuity in assigned projectsAbility to make both business‑oriented and creative judgmentsStrong attention to detailEffective time managementBachelor's Degree in English, Journalism, Creative Writing, Comparative Literature, Communications, or related fields from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experienceAdditional preferred skills/knowledgeKnowledge of book publishing, comics, manga, or animeExperience with Adobe AcrobatWork Environment & ScheduleLocation: The Copy Editor position is open to candidates local to the San Francisco Bay Area. VIZ Media operates on a hybrid schedule with 1 day of work onsite at our downtown San Francisco office expected weekly.Schedule: This is a Regular Full‑Time position (40 hours per week) with core hours of 10 am to 4 pm with flexibility outside of core hours.Compensation: $72,000 – $78,000 annually, depending on experience, with additional variable compensation.BenefitsPartially subsidized Health, Dental, and Vision insurance401(k) savings plan – including employer matchingFlexible Spending – health and dependent careCommuter stipend for in‑office workLife Insurance/AD&D/STD/LTDLegal & ID Theft insuranceGroup Pet insurance ratesPaid holidays, vacation, and sick time – plus your birthday is a holiday!Philanthropy program, including paid time off for volunteer workWellness program, including fitness membership discounts and reimbursementFull‑time casual dressFlexible work hoursContent‑Related Work DisclaimerAs part of a multi‑media entertainment company, employees may be subjected to work‑related content such as sexually explicit images, nudity, and graphic violence. Applicants should be willing to work with this type of content.EEO StatementVIZ Media is an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any legally protected status.#J-18808-Ljbffr