Editorial Specialist

At Manson Western LLC, we are seeking a skilled Proofreader to join our team. As a Proofreader, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality of our wide range of psychological and educational assessment products.

The Proofreader will be responsible for proofreading complex, long-form materials in both print and digital formats. You will work closely with editors throughout the iterative process of editorial and art reviews, providing valuable editorial support and collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve our standards and processes.

• Conduct thorough proofreading of long-form materials and quality control of large, complex projects for print and digital publication, including new and revised assessment products.
• Proofread a steady stream of product reprints, CE courses, webinars, presentation decks, and other professional development and training materials, both in print and digital formats.
• Ensure that content adheres to the company's editorial style guide, the APA and/or Chicago style guides, our WPS branding guidelines, and any project-specific style sheets.
• Collaborate closely with a cross-functional team to ensure accuracy and consistency with the user's experience in mind.
• Set realistic turnaround times for project tasks and diligently adhere to them, providing accurate and timely updates to the Editorial Manager.

• At least 3–5 years of experience in proofreading long-form materials.
• Consistent track record of successfully managing quality control of complex, long-form publishing projects with multiple deliverables/components (both print and digital).
• Proven ability to thrive in a production environment with extensive coordination and communication and strict deadlines.
• Exceptional self-starter with problem-solving skills, including prompt issue identification, effective information analysis, and proposing alternative solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and concisely across different channels.

This is a non-exempt position from Monday through Friday. Work hours begin and end between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm with a one-hour break for lunch and two rest breaks. Eight hours per day is required and other occasional overtime may be necessary per business needs.

Assigned days in office and occasional in-person meetings.

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