Proofreader

Tonic3 • New York, NY

7h • $60,000 - $80,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Tonic3 is seeking a Proofreader to join its integrated in-house agency, where creatives and client partners work together to deliver work for a Fortune 500 brand. The Proofreader is the final editorial check before content reaches audiences, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and alignment with brand voice across print, digital, and social platforms.

The role reviews and polishes written content across client communications, marketing collateral, social media, direct mail, and other deliverables. The Proofreader safeguards grammar, style, accessibility, and brand voice while collaborating with writers, designers, and project managers in a fast-paced environment. The position is based in Schaumburg, Illinois, with three days per week in the office and two days remote. The stated salary range is $60,000–$80,000 per year.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of expert-level proofreading experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field.
• Strong command of AP Style, grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
• Experience reviewing content across multiple channels, including print, email, social, and digital.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with writers, designers, and stakeholders.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines while managing multiple concurrent projects.
• Curiosity and eagerness to understand the client’s products, services, and audiences.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in an agency or financial setting.

Responsibilities

• Review copy across print and digital deliverables for grammatical, spelling, and stylistic accuracy.
• Enforce internal style guides and brand voice across materials.
• Provide clear, constructive feedback to writers and designers on content improvements.
• Identify inconsistencies, errors, and potential risks in creative materials before release.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain quality standards under tight deadlines.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and suggest approaches to improve copy quality and audience engagement.
• Ensure deliverables comply with ADA accessibility standards where applicable.
• Track and manage proofreading workflows across multiple projects.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k).
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick days, and holidays.
• 16 hours of volunteer time off.
• Equipment needed to do the work.
• Ongoing learning and development with a dedicated training budget.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior