Proofreader

KeyCorp; Brooklyn (OH); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

KeyCorp in Brooklyn, OH is seeking a detail-obsessed proofreader to join our content team. You will polish marketing materials, review landing pages, emails, ads, and guides, ensure accuracy, brand alignment, and ready-to-publish quality across lines of business.

You’ll collaborate with writers, designers, and stakeholders to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines. The ideal candidate has a degree in English/Jour/Communications, superb proofreading/editing skills, strong AP style

Qualifications

• Degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or related field.
• Exceptional proofreading and editing skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective time management with ability to meet deadlines.
• Solid understanding of AP Style.
• Curious mindset with commitment to continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Polish marketing and communications content across pages, emails, letters, ads, and guides.
• Ensure content is accurate, on-brand, and ready for publication.
• Collaborate with writers, designers, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality work.
• Manage multiple proofreading projects and deadlines with attention to quality.

Skills

Proofreading & editing

AP Style

Time management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

English/Journ/Communications degree

Tools

Workfront

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Teams

AI tools

Job description

Location: 4910 Tiedeman Road, Brooklyn Ohio Location Mobile - In office 3 days a week.

Summary

Are you the person who catches the extra space, missing comma, and typo everyone else misses? If so, good news. We're looking for a detail-obsessed proofreader to join our dynamic team of writers and designers. In this role, you'll ensure every piece of content is polished, accurate, on-brand, and ready for prime time. You'll review a variety of marketing and communications materials across all lines of business, including landing pages, emails, letters, digital ads, thought leadership content, social media posts, sell sheets, event materials and signage, user guides, and more. Our culture is collaborative, so you can expect to work with multiple stakeholders on every proofreading project and other duties as assigned. The proofreader we hire will successfully manage multiple projects with competing deadlines while maintaining an unwavering commitment to accuracy, consistency, and quality.

Required Qualifications

• Degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field
• Exceptional proofreading and editing skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Effective time management skills with the ability to consistently meet deadlines
• Solid understanding of AP Style
• Curious mindset with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement

Technical Skills & Tools

• Proficiency with Workfront, Microsoft Outlook, and Microsoft Teams
• Experience using AI tools

Content & Brand Expertise

• Commitment to ensuring content aligns with brand voice, tone, and messaging
• Experience navigating and enhancing writer's or brand guidelines
• Ability to collaborate effectively with creative and marketing professionals to deliver polished, high-quality work

This position is NOT eligible for employment visa sponsorship for non-U.S. citizens.

Compensation and Benefits

This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $63,000.00 - $96,000.00 annually. Placement within the pay range may differ based upon various factors, including but not limited to skills, experience and geographic location. Compensation for this role also includes eligibility for incentive compensation which may include production, commission, and/or discretionary incentives.

Work Environment

Key has implemented an approach to employee workspaces which prioritizes in-office presence, while providing flexible options in circumstances where roles can be performed effectively in a mobile environment.

Job Posting Expiration Date

10/02/2026

Equal Opportunity Employer

KeyCorp is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to sustaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans who are unable or limited in their ability to apply on this site may request reasonable accommodations by emailing [e-mail].

Our Culture

KeyBank is an organization collectively committed to helping you unlock your potential and discover what truly drives you. Working here means sharing our purpose to help our clients, colleagues, and communities thrive. You'll find genuinely supportive teammates, a flexible, inclusive work environment, challenging projects, accessible leaders, and opportunities to grow in your position and your career. For 200 years, Key has opened doors in our communities. Let us open one for you.