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JOB DESCRIPTION FOR THE EBBTIDE COPY EDITOR
The Copy Editor reads ALL copy input by staff writers for error in fact, usage, grammar, mechanics, syntax or style; writes headlines; monitors copy for libelous content; and rewrites paragraphs or entire stories as editorial judgment dictates. Must have knowledge of copy-reading symbols and word processing. Writes captions for photographs and infographics. Heads off possible libel by checking facts as needed. Makes changes on the computer.
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