Proofreaders perform various functions in keeping written documents free of errors.
Below is a job description example that highlights major tasks, duties, and responsibilities commonly assigned to proofreaders in most firms:
– Read and evaluate written text for grammatical and typographical error
– Liaise with writers and editors to determine the composition of specific texts in a document
– Compare typeset proofs against original copy to identify errors or omission
– Use word processors and other specialized software to make changes on typeset documents
– Evaluate the dimensions of page elements such as images, text spacing and positioning to ensure they conform to set specifications
– Ensure page numbers are in the right order and not repeated or omitted
– Analyze documents to ensure chapter titles match list of contents
– Use symbols which are standard and recognized by printing and publishing companies
– Mark corrections highlighted by editors/authors and ensure they reflect on the master set proof
– Rephrase written text to ensure document structure and content are consistent
– Stay abreast with grammatical development as well as new terminologies in a language
– Ensure illustrations are suitably captioned and referenced
– Contact authors directly to clarify grammatical inconsistencies related to style and text choice
– Forward proofread materials for approval and publication
– Ensure project is completed within set time constraints.
Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: ₹7,000.00 – ₹30,000.00 per month
Schedule:
– Day shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
– Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Experience:
– Proofreading: 1 year (Required)
– Writers & Editors: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
Speak with the employer
+91 9696263646
Expected Start Date: 01/11/2023
▶️ Proof Reader
🖊️ MRI Publication
📍 Lucknow
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