The year was 1997. ACES: The Society for Editing — formerly known as the American Copy Editors Society — was founded as a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting excellence in copy editing.

A: To be a copy editor at any newspaper you should first of all have good news judgment, know how to write, be detail-oriented, juggle, shift gears quickly, lead by example and negotiate with finesse.

This person will also help plan our weekly and long-term coverage. 538 is seeking a meticulous and efficient Senior Copy Editor to edit articles and facilitate the flow of copy through the newsroom.

A: Although copy editors are in great demand, it is tough for them to show their editing and headline writing clips. You’ll need a perfect cover letter and resume that follow AP style — the standards ...