Copy Editor; FTC

Copy Editor

6‑month fixed term employee contract initially, with a likelihood of extension.

This role is part of our Global Studios team, creating emotive yet conversion‑focused ideas, products and campaigns at scale and speed. The role involves proofreading, modifying, and approving AI‑generated copy and communications for one of the world’s largest telecommunications companies.

The Copy Editor is responsible for ensuring high‑quality standards are met across high‑visibility projects, acting as a bridge between creative teams and the client.

We’re looking for an individual with outstanding attention to detail who can spot errors, enforce brand guidelines, and maintain consistency across all digital communications.

• Work with a team of writers to ensure creative campaigns adhere to the client’s style and brand guidelines.
• Review and revise AI‑generated content for accuracy and quality, including spelling, grammar, punctuation, and syntax.
• Ensure correct tone, voice, clarity, flow, and structure of content.
• Support quality assurance within the creative team by proofreading documents accurately and reviewing final deliverables against the original copy to ensure it’s free of errors.
• Update internal brand resources in our AI tools and internal systems as necessary, including nuance guides and other resources.
• Communicate and work with creative and client services teams to ensure projects stay on track and timelines are met.
• Stay up to date on all brand nuances and TOV guidance.
• Manage multiple projects and consistently meet deadlines.

• 5+ years of experience as a Copy Editor at an agency, publication, or internal brand team.
• Experience in the digital marketing space with AI tools a plus.
• Expert attention to detail, able to identify and correct stylistic, grammatical, and typographical errors.
• Readiness to work at a fast pace on large marketing campaigns with multiple assets.
• An understanding of the importance of consistency across different touchpoints of a user journey.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organized and able to work independently.

• A flexible, hybrid/remote working policy.
• An excellent salary based on experience and equal pay policies.
• Mental health support and company sick pay scheme.
• 15 days paid holiday annually, plus public holidays.
• Refreshments provided in the office all week.
• Enhanced family‑friendly policies to support new parents.
• Social and cultural events and opportunities to connect with colleagues.
• Inspirational talks with regular guest speakers and events.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Buddy programme to support new hires.
• A reputation for doing good; DEPT® is a Certified B Corp and has been named Agency of the Year at major awards.
• Opportunity to work with clients of all sizes and across industries.
• Global annual DEPT® Cares Month, where employees give back to local charities.

The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $60,000 – $70,000 CAD.

At DEPT®, we use AI‑assisted technology (Metaview) to capture notes and summarize interview conversations, making interviewers fully focused. Use of AI is optional; let us know if you prefer it not to be used.

At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds.