Dow Jones

Copy Editor - Energy Markets (OPIS)

Houston, TX - OPIS Full time

Job Description:

About the Role:

As Copy Editor for OPIS, a Dow Jones Company, you will ensure that all written content is accurate, clear and consistent before publication. You will be the final line of defense for quality control, balancing technical precision with OPIS’s unique voice. You will work closely with a fast-paced team of energy reporters and analysts to polish real-time news alerts, daily price reports and long-form content covering petroleum, petrochemicals, renewable fuels and carbon markets. You will report to the Vice President, Research and Analysis. 

About the Team:

OPIS, a Dow Jones company, provides price transparency across the global fuel supply chain, including the Spot, Wholesale Rack and Retail markets. OPIS enables customers to buy and sell energy commodities with confidence with multi-platform access to accurate data, real-time news, powerful software and educational events. Our commitment to reliability is reinforced by personalized customer service and constant innovation. OPIS listens to what the energy community needs and responds with flexible and easy-to-use products. Navigating world fuel markets is complex – OPIS makes it simpler.

You Will:

  • Edit a high volume of daily news stories, market reports and newsletters for grammar, punctuation, spelling, and adherence to the Dow Jones Energy style guidelines

  • Review content to ensure quality, substance, and strict adherence to legal and compliance standards

  • Work under intense pressure to clear breaking news alerts and daily reports within tight publication windows

  • Distill complex regulatory changes and market fluctuations into concise, readable content for a sophisticated B2B audience

  • Assist with Content Management System (CMS) entry to ensure proper tagging

  • Format newsletters

You Have:

  • 3+ years’ copy editing experience

  • Proficiency in AP Style and experience with content management systems

  • An eagle eye for detail, particularly when dealing with complex numbers and market terminology 

  • High ethical standards

  • Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English, Communications, or a related field -OR- equivalent work experience

Our Benefits

  •  Comprehensive Healthcare Plans

  • Paid Time Off

  • Retirement Plans

  • Comprehensive Insurance Plans

  • Lifestyle programs & Wellness Resources

  • Education Benefits

  • Family Care Benefits & Caregiving Support

  • Commuter Transit Program

  • Subscription Discounts

  • Employee Referral Program

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Business Area:

Dow Jones - Energy

Job Category:

Editorial/Journalism

Union Status:

Non-Union role

 

 

Base Pay Range: $70,000 - $90,000

We’re committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation to attract top talent. This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidate’s experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors.

For bonus-eligible roles, targets are determined based on multiple considerations, including market benchmarks and individual contributions.

For benefits-eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.