Publications Coordinator/QC Editor

Job Description

* Work closely with project managers, planners, engineers and other subject-matter experts to develop user-friendly publications for our military and other federal clients, often in a fast-paced environment.
* Edit and review deliverables for quality control.
o Correct grammar, spelling, etc., and ensure text adheres to our style guidelines.
o Ensure a consistent, professional voice, particularly in documents with multiple authors.
o Edit for accuracy, clarity, and efficiency. This includes identifying gaps in content/logic, checking for consistency, and increasing narrative flow/logical progression.
o Technical editing may range from light proofreading to substantive editing. Documents may require detailed cross-checking and table verification
* Develop a variety of high-quality deliverable types for military customers.
o Provide formatting and document layout in Adobe InDesign and Microsoft Word, using existing styles and branding.
o Design graphics and layouts using Adobe Creative Suite.
o Assist in the development of templates for new products or marketing materials as needed.
* Coordinate production workflow, including printing and shipping.
* May assist in tracking quality assurance reviews or other QA/QC clerical functions.

Work Environment

Working in an office environment with project teams composed of planners, engineers, analysts, GIS specialists, subject matter experts, and project managers, the PC designs and produces deliverables, whether a report, presentation, poster, brochure, illustrative graphic, website, SharePoint site, media labels, or any other deliverable as defined by the scope of work.

Qualifications

* Bachelors degree in journalism, English, communications, graphic design, or similar with minimum one year related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Strong interpersonal skills.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Ability to translate complicated, technical information into user-friendly text and graphics.
* Detail and deadline oriented.
* Proficient in the use of Adobe InDesign and Acrobat as well as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
* Additional software skills (e.g., Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator) strongly desired.
* Knowledge of AP Style, Chicago Manual of Style, or other style guides strongly desired.
* Previous experience in the A/E or military industry preferred.
* Ability to prioritize competing demands for your time in a fast-paced environment.
* Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels.
* Commitment to excellence and high standards.
* Strong organizational skills; able to manage priorities and workflow.
* Professional appearance and demeanor.
* An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture required.

About Aerotek:

Our people are everything. As a Best of Staffing® Client and Talent leader, Aerotek® Inc. has distinguished itself as a leader in recruiting and staffing services, by having a deep understanding of the intersection of talent and business. As a strategic partner to more than 17,000 clients and 300,000 contract employees every year, Aerotek's people-focused approach yields competitive advantages for its clients and rewarding careers for its contract employees. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a network of over 230 non-franchised offices with more than 6,000 internal employees dedicated to serving our customers. Aerotek is an operating company of Allegis Group, a global talent solutions provider. To learn more, visit .

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