Copy Editor (Future Opportunity)

Job Description:

Please note: This role is contingent upon contract award. While not an immediate opening, we are actively interviewing and may extend offers in anticipation of the award, with start dates dependent upon contract finalization.

Copy Editor 

Do you find yourself wanting to correct grammar in emails, typos on menus, and punctuation blips on social media? Are you passionate about fine-tuning communications to be clear, concise, and compelling? 

At ICF Next, we know that every detail—from punctuation to word choice to sentence structure—tells a story. We’re looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Copy Editor to help make our written communications shine.  

If this sounds like you, join our growing Creative Studio of mission-driven creatives, communicators, strategists, and technologists who love what we do. Send your resume and a link to your portfolio—we’d love to see your work! 

About ICF Next 

ICF Next brings together strategy, creativity, data, and technology to solve real problems. 

We work with organizations facing complex challenges across energy, public health, climate, and more. The work is not just about communication. It is about helping people understand, engage, and take action. 

Our teams build integrated campaigns and experiences that connect with people and hold together across channels. The work needs to be clear, useful, and built to perform. If it does not resonate, it does not work. 

 
As a Copy Editor, you’ll: 

• Support public and private sector clients in tackling issues such as energy efficiency, disaster preparedness, disease prevention, child welfare, and more. 

• Demonstrate exceptional editorial skills, including proofreading, copy editing, fact checking, and applying plain language. 

• Correct issues with content structure and organization, grammar, spelling, accuracy, style, readability, and consistency.  

• Provide editorial review on a wide variety of materials, including brochures, social messaging, print and digital ads, web content, and white papers.  

• Collaborate with other editors, other Creative Studio members, and account teams to develop and deliver exceptional work.  

• Ensure all work is consistent with established brand guidelines and strategy, and maintain up-to-date editorial guidelines. 

• Promote and update editorial policies, standards, and procedures to ensure adherence to them across the agency. 

You’ll need: 

• Four or more years of professional experience in editing; government, advertising agency, or consultancy experience preferred. 

• Bachelor's degree in English, advertising, communications, or a related field.  

 

Additional Professional Attributes: 
 

• Exceptional editorial skills, including proofreading and copy editing marketing and technical copy, fact checking, and reviewing layout.  

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, and shared workspaces.  

• Exceptional attention to detail.  

• Familiarity with adherence to editorial style guides; knowledge of AP, AMA, and Chicago editorial styles preferred.  

• Excellent organizational, time-management, and prioritization skills with the ability to collaborate in a fast-paced team environment, juggling multiple competing deadlines 

What we offer: 

• Flexible working arrangements, including remote and hybrid options   

• Competitive benefits, including healthcare and retirement plans   

• Ongoing training and development opportunities   

• A collaborative environment with opportunities to connect across teams   

• Opportunities to contribute to social impact and community initiatives 

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

 

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email Candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.  

Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act. 

 

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.  

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.  

 

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$67,355.00 - $114,503.00

Nationwide Remote Office (US99)