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Proofreader

Southern Graphic Systems, LLC
Louisville, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 12/12/2025 CLOSED ON 12/24/2025

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Description

Position Summary

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 per hour.

Job 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.

Qualifications / 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

PHYSICAL ASPECTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

  • Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; and talk, hear and see.
  • Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

This is a remote position in the US. We are open to candidates in various states, with the exception of those residing in the following: AK, DC, ME, NH, NM, OK, HI, MS, MT, NV, NE, ND, SD, VT, WY, WV

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay range for this position is $19 USD - $21 USD hourly. Ultimately, in determining pay, we will consider the successful candidate's location, experience, and other job-related factors.

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

Qualifications

Education
Associates (required)

Experience
High degree of proficiency MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications (required)
Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and InDesign required. Mac experience preferred. (required)
3 years: Years of previous proofreading experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience (required)


Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.



Southern Graphic Systems, LLC ("Sgsco ") is an equal opportunity employer. Sgsco will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. Use the links below to review statements of protection from discrimination under Federal law for applicants and employees


 

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