Proofreader

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in English/Journalism preferred or equivalent work experience required

• Minimum (1) year proofreading experience preferably in a large corporate environment

• Intermediate knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint desired

• Knowledge of a legal timekeeping or job tracking system is preferred

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment

• Strong attention to detail with emphasis on accuracy and quality

• Ability to prioritize work to balance multiple projects and deadlines

• Must have good organizational skills

• Ability to handle sensitive and/or confidential documents and information

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to communicate professionally both verbally and in writing

• Must be self-motivated with a positive attitude

• Proven customer service skills are required in order to create, maintain and enhance customer relationships

JOB DUTIES

(* denotes an “essential function”)

• *Identify and correct spelling, grammar, and verbiage errors.

• *Detect formatting and compositional errors in documents.

• *Check corrected proofs of documents against mark-up for comparison and quality assurance.

• Communicate with manager and client on job or deadline issues.

• Perform other duties as assigned