Proofreader

Nashville Public Radio; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Wholesome Book Publishing & Authority House in Springfield, MO is seeking a full-time on-site Proofreader to review manuscripts, marketing materials, and other content for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and consistency. You will ensure formatting compliance and style adherence while flagging ambiguous language for revision.

Collaborating closely with editors and writers, you will help maintain style and terminology guides and may assist with translating content for accuracy and clarity to

Qualifications

• Strong spelling, grammar, and proofreading skills.
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication.
• Translation skills for multilingual content review and support.
• Bachelor's degree in English, literature, communications, linguistics, or related field preferred.
• Previous experience in publishing, editing, or proofreading is beneficial.
• Demonstrated ability to focus on details, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review manuscripts, marketing materials, and other content for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and consistency.
• Check formatting and verify adherence to style guides.
• Flag unclear or ambiguous language for revision in collaboration with editors and writers.
• Maintain and update style and terminology guides.
• Assist with reviewing translated content for accuracy and clarity.

Skills

Proofreading

Communication

Translation

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in English, Literature, Communications, Linguistics, or related field

Job description

Company Description

Wholesome Book Publishing & Authority House is a growing publishing organization focused on producing high-quality, professionally crafted books for a wide range of readers. The company emphasizes clear, polished written content and supports authors in presenting their work with accuracy and integrity. Team members collaborate closely to ensure that every publication meets rigorous editorial standards. The organization values attention to detail, reliability, and strong communication in all aspects of its operations.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Proofreader role based in Springfield, MO. The Proofreader will review manuscripts, marketing materials, and other written content for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and consistency, ensuring all documents meet the company's quality standards. Responsibilities include checking formatting, verifying adherence to style guides, and flagging unclear or ambiguous language for revision. The role involves close collaboration with editors, writers, and other team members to meet deadlines and maintain a smooth production process. The Proofreader will also help maintain style and terminology guides and may assist with reviewing translated content for accuracy and clarity.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong skills in spelling, grammar, and proofreading.
• Candidates should possess clear and professional communication skills.
• Candidates should possess translation skills for reviewing and supporting multilingual content.
• Bachelor's degree in English, Literature, Communications, Linguistics, or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience in publishing, editing, or professional proofreading is highly beneficial.
• Demonstrated ability to focus on details, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
• Comfort working on-site in a collaborative team environment in Springfield, MO.
• Familiarity with common style guides (e.g., Chicago Manual of Style, APA) is a plus.