Role Overview
Dow Jones is hiring a mid-level Copy Editor - Energy Markets (OPIS). This is a full-time role in Gaithersburg. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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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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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. EEO/Disabled/Vets
Reasonable Accommodation
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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.
Since 1882, Dow Jones has been finding new ways to bring information to the world’s top business entities. Beginning as a niche news agency in an obscure Wall Street basement, Dow Jones has grown to be a worldwide news and information powerhouse, with prestigious brands including The Wall Street Journal, Dow Jones Newswires, Factiva, Barron’s, MarketWatch and Financial News.
This longevity and success is due to a relentless pursuit of accuracy, depth and innovation, enhanced by the wisdom of past experience and a solid grasp on the future ahead. More than its individual brands, Dow Jones is a modern gateway to intelligence, with innovative technology, advanced data feeds, integrated solutions, expert research, award-winning journalism and customizable apps and delivery systems to bring the information that matters most to customers, when and where they need it, every day.
Req ID: 52689
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Copy Editor - Energy Markets (OPIS) position at Dow Jones?
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Where is the Copy Editor - Energy Markets (OPIS) position at Dow Jones located?
This position is based in Gaithersburg. Dow Jones has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Copy Editor - Energy Markets (OPIS) at Dow Jones earn?
Dow Jones has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Copy Editor - Energy Markets (OPIS) role at Dow Jones posted?
This role was posted on April 28, 2026 (46 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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