Proofreader
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Job Location:
Gaithersburg, MD - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
6 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
Job Responsibilities:
- Review and proofread various documents including reports proposals and presentations to ensure accuracy and clarity
- Correct grammar punctuation and spelling errors in the content
- Ensure consistency in style formatting and language usage
- Collaborate with writers and content creators to make necessary revisions
- Verify facts and data sources
- Adhere to company guidelines and industry standards for quality assurance
Essential Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in English Communications Journalism or a related field
- Proven experience as a proofreader or editor
- Strong attention to detail and excellent grammar skills
- Proficiency in using proofreading tools and software
- Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines
Desired Experience:
- 1-2 years of experience in proofreading or editing roles
- Experience working in the IT or government contracting industry is a plus
Salary & Benefits:
Salary: $50000 - $60000 per year
Currency: USD
Benefits: Health insurance retirement plans paid time off professional development opportunities
Key Skills
- Proofreading
- Adobe Acrobat
- Layout Design
- Microsoft Word
- Windows
- Chicago Manual of Style
- Copy Editing
- AP Style
- Transcription
- Translation
- Copywriting
- Writing Skills
