Proofreader

Propelis • ,

4d • CA$30 - CA$35 • Onsite

About The Position

The Proofreader ensures that all materials, products and proofs are released with accurate content. This position inspects and proofreads all content (text, art, color, etc.) within the product to ensure the complete accuracy of material prior to release for next steps in the project lifecycle.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school in English, Journalism or related field
• 3+ years of previous proofreading experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Occasional travel either locally, nationally, and/or internationally may be required.
• High degree of proficiency MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications
• Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning)
• Solid understanding and application of mathematical concepts
• 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

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.
• Checks spelling, grammar, syntax and linguistic rules.
• 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

• Equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree