Recruiting Editor (Contract)

Compose.ly is seeking a talented and dynamic Recruiting Editor to help us grow our team of freelance writers and editors. You’ll be instrumental in sourcing and vetting top-tier writing talent while refining our recruitment process. We are building a powerhouse of content creators and need your expert eye to identify exceptional candidates. As our Recruiting Editor, you’ll be responsible for recruiting, editing, and nurturing a diverse pool of freelance writers and editors with strong SEO and content marketing skills.

Commitment and Duration

• Contract: 20 hours per week
• Duration: 6 months (with potential for extension)

Objectives of This Role

• Source and recruit talented freelance writers and editors.
• Review portfolios and assess candidates’ skills and suitability.
• Provide constructive feedback and edit submitted content during the vetting process.
• Collaborate across departments to meet recruitment goals and improve processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute recruitment efforts, including sourcing, vetting, and assessing candidates.
• Review and edit candidates’ written work to evaluate quality and fit for ongoing projects.
• Maintain an accurate pipeline of potential freelance candidates and track recruitment data.
• Improve and innovate recruitment strategies to attract top talent.
• Collaborate with editorial, operations, and sales teams to forecast needs and meet recruitment goals.
• Serve as the point of contact for freelance candidates during the recruitment process.

Skills and Qualifications

• 2+ years of editorial experience, including copyediting and developmental editing.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in English, Journalism, or a related field.
• Strong attention to detail and high-quality standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with SEO and digital marketing content.
• Ability to work independently and within a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in freelance ecosystems, recruitment, or vendor management.
• Background in SEO and content marketing.
• Familiarity with AP style or similar editorial guidelines.