Proofreader

MEDICAL PRIORITY CONSULTANTS INC•Salt Lake City, UT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Our company is hiring for a detail oriented Proofreader. This is a great full time opportunity for someone looking to grow with an award winning company! This opportunity is also eligible for benefits like health, dental, vision, pet, and legal insurances, PTO, holidays, 401K options with company contributions, and so much more! Don't let this opportunity pass you by! An entry-level proofreading professional with strong computer, linguistic, and editing skills. Under the guidance of senior proofreading staff, plans their workload to complete projects in multiple English dialects and non-English languages.

Requirements

An Associate's degree in linguistics, writing/editing, or equivalent.
Excellent English language skills, including strong verbal and written communication skills.
Familiarity with applying an established style to projects (e.g., the Chicago Manual of Style).
Familiarity with proofreading both hard copy and electronic formats (e.g., Microsoft Word, Adobe Reader).
Experience proofreading for consistency by comparison in non-English languages.
Experience reviewing technical documentation.
Experience proofreading with Microsoft Word’s Track Changes feature.
Experience with Microsoft Word’s index and table of contents features.
Experience with applying an established style to projects (e.g., the Chicago Manual of Style).
Follow checklists and detail-oriented procedures to ensure product quality
Frequent computer use and sitting for long periods of time
Ability to learn how to use new computer software programs
Concentrating for long periods of time
Extensive verbal and written communication
Frequent collaboration with coworkers

Nice To Haves

Occasional travel of less than 10% may be required

Responsibilities

Proofreads and edits English text with an eye for consistency, professional tone, accuracy, structure, and adherence to company style under the guidance of senior proofreading staff.
Also reviews bluelines for printed materials.
Proofreads for consistency by comparison in all languages.
Works closely with members of the translation, production, and curriculum teams to resolve questions.
Answers technical and stylistic questions and helps maintain company’s Style Guide and Proofreader Guide under the guidance of senior proofreading staff.
Clarifies meaning of phrases and terms for translation.
All other duties as assigned.