Proofreader

Propelis

15h • Remote

About The Position

This position is for a pharma art studio post-production Quality Operator. We’re looking for a professional proofreader who will be responsible for quality control of our global packaging client. This role will ensure all requested updates are accurately applied to our product designs. Duties include detailed, character-by-character comparison, reviewing copy and revisions, and verifying content in both English and non-English languages.
This role is fully remote and can work anywhere in the U.S. The role will ensure the complete accuracy of material prior to release for next steps in the project lifecycle. This is a full time role with full benefits and a target hourly rate of $19-21.50 USD per hour.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Graphic Arts, Art, English, Journalism or related field; or education and experience commensurate with degree
• 3+ years of previous proofreading experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Occasional travel either locally, nationally, and/or internationally may be required.
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and InDesign required. Mac experience preferred.
• High degree of proficiency MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications
• Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning)
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as internal and external clients
• Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to work with and influence peers and senior management
• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting
• Ability to work overtime as necessary

Nice To Haves

• Mac experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Proofreads, very carefully, all orders before release, ensuring components such as size, layout, text, graphics, spelling, etc. are correct based upon the customer specification.
• Follows technical requirements and standards, client and government standards guidelines.
• Checks for accuracy and consistency of all approved copy.
• Tracks, communicates and recommends necessary corrections to products.
• Provides clear and concise instructions to necessary team members regarding all proofreading changes required.
• Supports new systems and technologies and training to ensure optimum efficiency and performance of proofreading.
• Ensures proofreading is completed in a timely fashion and scheduled priorities are met.
• Assists in the development of proofreading standards.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• health care plans with prescription drug coverage
• dental plan
• vision plan
• basic and supplemental life insurance
• flexible spending account for medical and dependent care expenses or a health savings account based on plan selection
• short/long term disability
• 401(k) Savings Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree