Volunteer Position
Copyediting Desk
The Explained PH’s Copyediting Desk is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, clarity, consistency, and overall quality of all published content across platforms through careful review and correction. Working behind the scenes, it upholds journalistic standards by refining language and addressing errors before and after publication.
Copyedit articles for grammar, clarity, tone, style, and consistency while ensuring adherence to journalistic standards.
Fact-check names, data, and key details, and flag any unverifiable or potentially problematic information.
Suggest or draft necessary revisions for headlines and other written content.
Participate in both pre-publication and post-publication copyediting processes as assigned.
Monitor published content, including captions, graphic text, social media copies, and layout elements, and flag or address errors, inconsistencies, or technical glitches as needed.
Maintain quality control across all platforms.
Accomplish assigned copyediting tasks within the designated timeframe and remain responsive in official communication channels during shifts.
Submit complete and accurate accomplishment reports as required.
Foster teamwork by collaborating, learning, and improving with fellow copyeditors.
Uphold professionalism, accountability, and discipline within the desk and across the organization.
Led by Isaiah Matthew Hilario
Meet the Editor
Introduction to Copyediting Desk