Job Description

Job Description – Content Development Editor
Division / Department: Publishing
Reports to (position): Publishing Product Manager
Level / Grade: Individual Contributor
Location: Remote
Employment Type: Full Time
Work Conditions: Remote
Travel: None
Telecommute: Yes

We are seeking two experienced Content Development Editors to support the production of Essential Guide publications and required supplements for professional licensure and education markets. These roles focus on AI-enabled content development, editorial quality control, and on-time delivery across complex, regulated subject matter.
The editors will partner closely with the Publishing Product Manager, Publishing Coordinator, internal Curriculum teams, subject matter experts (SMEs), and external production vendors to ensure content accuracy, instructional clarity, and production readiness. This is a senior individual contributor role requiring strong ownership and independent judgment.
Key Responsibilities:
• Execute developmental editing and content development for Essential Guide print books using established AI-assisted workflows
• Develop and coordinate required supplemental materials alongside book production, including:
◦ Instructor manuals
◦ Section-level PowerPoint decks
◦ Practice exams and answer rationales
• Run and validate AI-generated content to ensure accuracy, consistency, and regulatory alignment
• Serve as the primary editorial liaison with Curriculum teams to resolve content and instructional alignment questions
• Prepare manuscripts and supplemental materials that are complete, accurate, and vendor-ready
• Support and incorporate feedback from SMEs
• Collaborate with production vendors during copyediting, layout, and proofing stages
• Support updates and revisions for in-market titles as needed
• Follow established templates, timelines, and production standards
Minimum Requirements:
• 5+ years of experience in editorial development or content production
• Experience in educational, professional, or regulated publishing preferred
• Experience working with AI-assisted content development tools or workflows
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• High attention to detail and comfort working with complex or regulatory content
• Familiarity with instructional design, assessment content, or licensure exams preferred
• Ability to work independently in a structured, production-driven environment
Skills Required:
• Strong written and editorial skills
• Attention to detail and quality control mindset
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Comfort working with AI-enabled workflows and tools
Supervisory Responsibility:
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.
Internal and External Interaction:
This role works closely with internal Publishing, Curriculum teams, SMEs, and external production vendors. Regular collaboration is required to ensure alignment, accuracy, and timely delivery of content.
What We Offer:
Employment benefits granted upon hire date:
• Tuition reimbursement, subject to approval
• Paid company holidays (9 days off per year)
• Flexible Time Off (FTO), as described in the employee handbook
• Remote and collaborative work environment

Employment benefits granted the first of the month following 30 days of employment include:
• Voluntary participation in Career Certified’s medical, dental, and vision plans, as well as supplemental insurance options
• Voluntary participation in Career Certified’s 401k plan