Editor

Cardinal Education

Editor for an educational consulting firm shaping narratives for student college applications. Collaborating closely with consultants and senior editors while adhering to deadlines.

Posted 6/17/2026full-timeRemote • 🇵🇭 PhilippinesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaborate with College Admissions Consultants to brainstorm and shape essay direction and strategy
Edit student drafts for grammar, clarity, structure, flow, style, and word count
Provide detailed written feedback that strengthens intellectual depth and narrative coherence
Conduct topic research as needed to support student content and contextual accuracy
Work closely with Senior Editors to align on standards, tone, and editorial expectations
Support fellow Editors during high-volume or urgent deadlines
Manage assignment-related administrative tasks efficiently and independently
Communicate logistical needs and updates with consultants and editors
Contribute to internal projects, marketing initiatives, or cross-division assignments during the developmental cycle

Requirements

What you’ll need

Exceptional English verbal and written communication skills with a strong command of grammar and narrative structure
Bachelor’s degree in English, Literature, Journalism, Education, or a related field
2–5 years of professional writing or editing experience in a deadline-driven environment
Portfolio with a minimum of three writing samples (one creative piece and one research-based piece encouraged)
Ability to edit and write skillfully without reliance on AI tools
Experience working PST hours is preferred but not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bi-weekly payouts
Probationary period to acclimate to night shift and industry standards
Extensive training in a specialized niche industry
Opportunities for career growth and salary increases following performance reviews
Cross-division project opportunities for skill expansion
High-performing employees are considered for company retreats

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Hard Skills & Tools

editingwritinggrammarnarrative structuretopic researchfeedback provisionadministrative task managementportfolio developmentdeadline managementcontent accuracy

Soft Skills

collaborationcommunicationorganizational skillsattention to detailindependencecreativityadaptabilitycritical thinkingtime managementteam support

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in EnglishBachelor’s degree in LiteratureBachelor’s degree in JournalismBachelor’s degree in Education