Copy Editor (Israel)
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What we know
Is it still open?
Confirmed still open
Last checked 2h ago — checked against the employer's own applicant tracking system, which is the company answering directly.
We re-read the employer's own applicant tracking system and the posting was still there. That is the company answering directly.
How old is it?
Posted 66d ago
The date the source published, not the day we noticed it (2026-07-29). Last seen at its source 2h ago.
Is it remote?
Marked remote on the employer's board
Their board carries a remote setting on this posting — a field they filled in, not wording we read. The location field names somewhere specific, which is usually where the team or the entity sits.
Who may apply?
Israel
The description agrees: it names Israel.
What the ad says
…role open to anyone in Israel…
…Must reside and be eligible to legally work in Israel Why JNS Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to journalistic integrity…
…Location: Israel Role…
Pay not stated
Similar roles pay $1,388–1,938/mo
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The listing
Position: Copy Editor
Location: Israel
Role Overview:
Jerusalem News Syndicate (JNS), the fastest-growing news agency covering Israel and the Jewish world, is seeking a full-time Copy Editor to join our editorial team. This is a fully remote role open to anyone in Israel.
The ideal candidate will have experience in copy editing for English news publication, a strong understanding of the US/Israel political landscape, and a commitment to our mission. This role requires sharp attention to detail, excellent writing and editing skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced news environment. Responsibilities include proofreading, copyediting, and publishing content via WordPress, covering opinion pieces, news articles, and press releases. The Copy Editor will also participate in editorial meetings and collaborate with supervisors to ensure the highest editorial standards.
What You’ll Do:
- Proofread and copyedit a continuous stream of opinion pieces, briefs, news and feature articles, press releases, and aggregated content about Israel and the Jewish world to a consistent high quality in a timely manner.
- Flag and correct factual errors and inconsistencies, including verifying names, dates, statistics, quotes, and links, including following up with writers when information is unclear or unverifiable
- Check for plagiarism as needed for each story
- Edit headlines, subheads, and photo captions to improve clarity and accuracy
- Ensure that all texts conform to JNS editorial standards and abide by the highest quality
- Publishing finished articles to the CMS
- Update the website as needed (i.e. uploading breaking news items)
What You Bring:
- 2+ years of copyediting experience at news/media publications, with expertise in US/Israel political issues, Jewish topics, and online publishing
- Native English speaker
- Must have newsroom experience
- Solid understanding of the Israel/US political landscape and Global/American Jewish communities
- Proficiency in WordPress and related content-management tools
- Strong editorial background with excellent proofreading, communication, and adherence to style guides.
- Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work both independently and collaboratively.
- Experience in fact-checking and plagiarism detection is a plus.
- Must reside and be eligible to legally work in Israel
Why JNS
- Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to journalistic integrity.
- Work in an innovative and collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Join a passionate team committed to delivering high-quality news coverage.
About Us:
Jerusalem News Syndicate (JNS) is the fastest-growing news agency covering Israel and the Jewish world. We provide news, briefs, features, opinions, and analysis to 100 print newspapers and digital publications on a daily basis.
We are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of journalism, ensuring accuracy and honesty in all our communications regarding Jewish concerns. Our team is committed to uncovering and refuting false narratives while delivering fully reported and credible material.
JNS is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.