What are the responsibilities and job description for the Proofreader position at Employnet?
Job Summary
We are seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Proofreader to join our dynamic content team. In this role, you will be responsible for reviewing and refining a wide range of written materials to ensure clarity, accuracy, and adherence to established editorial standards. Your expertise will help elevate the quality of our content, ensuring it meets the highest professional standards and aligns with our editorial guidelines. The ideal candidate will possess strong editing skills, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for precise language.
Responsibilities:
- Proofread and compare guide content in English and/or Spanish to ensure accuracy and consistency.
- When needed, correct grammatical, typographical, and compositional errors.
- Ensure that all content matches the author's version.
- Collaborate with the translation and editorial teams to resolve any discrepancies or issues in the content.
- Use Adobe InDesign to review and correct guide layout and text.
- Maintain high attention to detail and accuracy under tight deadlines.
- Provide feedback to improve the translation and proofreading process.
Qualifications:
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong proofreading skills.
- Excellent reading and writing skills in English and Spanish are a plus.
- Proficiency in Adobe InDesign is desirable.
- Previous experience in editing, proofreading, or a related field.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- High level of accuracy and commitment to quality.
- Familiarity with voter guide information is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field desired but not needed.
- Bilingual English – Spanish (read, write, and speak). *
- Adobe InDesign knowledge and use
Payrate will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20