Proofreader

MarketWise • Baltimore, MD

14h • Onsite

About The Position

We're looking for an enthusiastic, detail-oriented Proofreader to help the editorial team make sure our research goes out error-free.

Requirements

• Strong grammar skills, a close eye for detail, and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to juggle and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team of proofreaders.
• Ability to adapt to company-specific tasks and workflow and become an expert on company-specific style preferences.
• Ability to learn the basics of different software and web tools as needed.
• Basic math skills (including calculating percentage changes).
• High degree of attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills.
• Works well in fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
• Fluency in the English language.

Responsibilities

• Scrutinize investment newsletters and e-letters for errors in spelling, grammar, word choice, style, and formatting, reviewing edited copy at multiple stages of the production process to ensure that it's ready for publication.
• Fact-check editorial content, including articles and data.
• Assist our layout team with the production process to spot errors or inconsistencies in the formatting of e-mails, web pages, and PDFs.
• Perform periodic side tasks associated with the production process, such as formatting Excel spreadsheets for publication, data entry, or creating a WordPress post from a Word document.

Benefits

• health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k match
• 12 paid company holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed