35.2342, Jobs: Lexicography: Lexicographer, Dictionary Media Group, IXL Learning

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LINGUIST List: Vol-35-2342. Thu Aug 29 2024. ISSN: 1069 - 4875.

Subject: 35.2342, Jobs: Lexicography: Lexicographer, Dictionary Media Group, IXL Learning

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Date: 28-Aug-2024
From: Molly Chu [mchu at ixl.com]
Subject: Lexicography: Lexicographer, Dictionary Media Group, IXL Learning


University or Organization: IXL Learning
Job Location: , USA
Job Title: Lexicographer, Dictionary Media Group
Job Rank: Other

Specialty Areas: Lexicography

Description:

IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by
millions of people globally, is seeking a full-time lexicographer to
join our content team for Dictionary.com and Thesaurus.com. In this
role, you will create and edit reference materials accessed by users
around the world.

This is a full-time remote position for candidates in the United
States.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
- Create and revise definitions in dictionary and thesaurus entries
- Create and revise IPA transcriptions and phonetic respellings of
head words that appear in the dictionary
- Research and write etymologies
- Write editorial notes to explain the correct usage of words
- Craft example sentences that illustrate the correct usage of words
- Find fun and creative words that can be used for the Word of the Day
and Synonym of the Day
- Work with our team of content writers, voice talent, illustrators,
and more to ensure dictionary and thesaurus entries are accurate, fun,
and engaging

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Linguistics or a closely related
field
- Impeccable knowledge of English grammar and the International
Phonetics Alphabet
- Superior writing and editing skills
- Ability to adjust to in-house style guidelines
- Familiarity working with the Chicago Manual of Style
- Previous lexicography experience is a plus
- Outstanding written and spoken communication skills, including the
ability to communicate clearly and concisely with a wide range of age
groups
- Ability to be efficient and organized while working on multiple
projects simultaneously
- Can-do attitude with an openness to others' ideas and a strong
attention to detail

ABOUT IXL LEARNING
IXL Learning is the country's largest EdTech company. We reach
millions of learners through our diverse range of products. For
example:

1 in 4 students in the United States uses IXL.com
- Rosetta Stone provides an immersive learning experience for 25
languages
- Wyzant is the nation's largest community of tutors, covering 300+
subjects
- Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) is a comprehensive marketplace for
millions of educator-created resources

Our mission is to create innovative products that will make a real,
positive difference for learners and educators and we're looking for
passionate, mission-minded people to join us in achieving this goal.
We have a unique culture at IXL that fosters collaboration and the
open exchange of ideas. We value our team and treat one another with
kindness and respect. We approach our work with passion, tenacity, and
authenticity. We find it immensely satisfying to develop products that
impact the lives of millions and we are eager to have you join our
team.

At IXL, we value diversity in age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual
orientation, physical and mental ability, political and religious
beliefs, and life experience, and we are proud to promote a work
environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best
work. IXL Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Mailing Address for Applications:
Web Address for Applications: https://grnh.se/8956a8842us
Contact Information:
        Fana Aregawie
        Email: faregawie at ixl.com



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