Job Posting Title:
Copy Editor- Disney PublishingReq ID:
10147625Job Description:
At Disney Consumer Products, we inspire imagination around the world and are committed to creating happiness for families and fans by bringing captivating, inspiring, and inclusive products into their daily lives. From toys to t-shirts, console games, books, and more, our team brings our beloved brands and franchises into the lives of families through products and experiences that can be found worldwide, such as the Disney Store e-commerce platform, Disney Parks, local and international retailers, and Disney Store locations around the world.
Disney Publishing Worldwide is seeking a Copy Editor to copyedit and proofread fiction and nonfiction titles for adult readers on an ongoing project-by-project basis. The successful candidate will be detail-oriented and self-motivated, and will possess excellent follow-up skills.
This is a recurring remote role with no guarantee of weekly working hours, as hours will fluctuate based on business needs.
You will report to the Copy Chief
Copyedit manuscripts (novels, memoirs, and general nonfiction) to ensure sense, continuity, quality of grammar, spelling, and style
Perform proofreading at all book stages to check that changes and corrections have been executed as requested
Create and update house style guides for authors and staff
Please note that this position does not come with guaranteed hours; work is assigned on a project-by-project basis, as needed
3 years’ experience as a copy editor in adult non-fiction genre
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently
College-level understanding of literature, grammar, style, and spelling
Meticulous attention to detail
Capable of working under very tight deadlines, sometimes on short notice
Ability to work with digital documents, using Word and Adobe software
Familiarity with Chicago Manual of Style 18th edition, and comfort working with a house style and individual series guidelines and nomenclature
Spanish-language editing skills a plus
Knowledge of sports and pop culture a plus
Availability on weekdays, during business hours
Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
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The pay rate for this remote role is $35.00 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.Job Posting Segment:
NA - PublishingJob Posting Primary Business:
Global Franchise Content & Creative (NA)Primary Job Posting Category:
Pub-Creative ContentEmployment Type:
Part timePrimary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
New York, NY, USAAlternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted:
2026-04-13