Editor

What We're Looking For:
Are you a hawk-eyed grammar expert with a penchant for academics? Our editors support the Learning team by editing and providing quality assurance of all written content for our online courses and programs.

2U/edX is looking for an editor to be part of a team that services over 230 university and industry partners across 4,000 digital offerings, impacting 45-million learners globally. The main purpose of the role is to deliver on the editorial quality assurance of educational content, ensuring alignment with quality standards and styles of the partner and 2U. The role is focused on editing and proofreading written and multimedia course content to ensure it is error free, engaging, and accessible to the intended audience. Please note that this is an entry-level position.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:

• Edit and proofread written and multimedia course content according to internal quality frameworks and partner standards, with a focus on correct grammar and spelling.
• Make substantive edits involving fact-checking of obvious errors, as well as reviewing of formatting and layout to ensure consistency with the relevant style.
• Edit course material for logic and accuracy, removing redundant or unnecessary copy, and improving logic and structure.
• Assess language and tone of course material to ensure that it is written at a level that is appropriate for the intended audience and is inclusive.
• Check documents for consistency of page numbers, figures, captions, tables, etc.
• Recommend and implement improvements to department processes with a focus on quality and efficiency.
• Assist with the maintenance of the in-house and partner-specific style guides to ensure adherence to industry best practice.

Things That Should Be In Your Background:

• A university qualification in linguistics, English, journalism, publishing, law or similar, completed in English.
• Excellent written skills, including thorough knowledge of grammar, syntax, spelling, and punctuation; and comfort working with both UK and US conventions.
• Highly skilled in using Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat Pro, Google docs/sheets and Google drive.
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.

Other Attributes That Will Help You In This Role:

• Good organizational skills: ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a high-pressured environment.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Editing and/or proofreading experience preferred.

About *2U Inc. (NASDAQ: TWOU)*

2U is comprised of 3 lines of business: Graduate Degree Programs, Short Course, and Boot Camps. Going beyond traditional learning management systems, we use tech, people, and data to help top universities and enterprise organizations transform in the digital era—and eliminate the back row in higher ed. We support lifelong learning which means thinking beyond a single degree. It means finding ways for students to gain the skills they need to change careers, evolve their expertise, and meet the challenges of the changing world head-on. We help our partners fill those needs—developing new digital education technologies and offerings capable of supporting students at different points in their lives. Whether they need a simple refresher, to learn something new, or to change their career trajectories completely, our partners are there to help them succeed. Together with our partners, 2U has positively transformed the lives of more than 275,000 students and lifelong learners.

2U Diversity and Inclusion Statement**

2U is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Applicants from the previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities will be given preference.

Why It's **Great to Work at 2U

2U Cape Town offers a high-energy work environment that's both challenging and fun. We work hard, but our offices are casual and social places. We wear jeans to work and fuel brainstorming sessions with coffee from our in-house barista. We have other in-house perks like subsidised healthy meals, a gym with free yoga sessions and social events all year round. We celebrate special milestones like birthdays and workaversaries, truly showing that #RelationshipsMatter.

Benefits

2U Cape Town offers a comprehensive benefits package:

• 2 complimentary Getsmarter short courses per year
• Subsidised medical aid with Discovery
• 4% 2U contribution towards Discovery Life Pension Fund and Group Risk Benefit
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous leave policy including time off to volunteer for non-profit organizations

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibiliti