Proofreaders and Copy Markers

Course Advisor; United States; On-site; USD 23,220 - 63,080; Full time

Job summary

Course Advisor is hiring a Proofreader or Copy Marker to ensure high-quality written content. Your role will involve detecting and correcting grammatical, typographical, and compositional errors. You'll write original content and use various tools, such as Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite, to meet specifications. The average salary ranges from $23,220 to $63,080, particularly higher in areas like Washington, Maryland, and the District of Columbia.

Qualifications

• Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
• Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Responsibilities

• Mark copy to indicate and correct errors in type, arrangement, grammar, punctuation, or spelling.
• Archive documents and conduct research using internet and various computer programs.
• Write original content such as headlines, cutlines, captions, and cover copy.

Skills

Reading Comprehension

Writing

Speaking

Active Listening

Critical Thinking

Monitoring

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

WordPress

Job description

Proofreader or Copy Marker

Career Description: Read transcript or proof type setup to detect and mark for correction any grammatical, typographical, or compositional errors. Includes proofreaders of Braille.

Job Duties

• Mark copy to indicate and correct errors in type, arrangement, grammar, punctuation, or spelling using standard printers’ marks.
• Archive documents, conduct research, and read copy using the internet and various computer programs.
• Write original content such as headlines, cutlines, captions, and cover copy.
• Consult reference books or secure the aid of readers to check references with rules of grammar and composition.
• Typeset and measure dimensions, spacing, and positioning of page elements to verify conformance to specifications, using printer’s ruler or layout software.
• Route proofs with marked corrections to authors, editors, typists, or typesetters for correction or reprinting.

Key Skills

• Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
• Writing: Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Active Listening: Giving full attention to what others are saying, taking time to understand points made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Monitoring: Monitoring/assessing performance of oneself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Types of Proofreader or Copy Marker

• Data Examination Clerk
• Copy Holder
• Copyman
• Clerical Proofreader
• Proofreader

Salary Information

The average yearly salary ranges between $23,220 and $63,080. Highest salaries are typically found in Washington, Maryland, and the District of Columbia.

Tools Used

• Microsoft Excel, Word, Office, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access
• Adobe Acrobat, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver
• WordPress, After Effects, FrameMaker, Captivate
• Avid Media Composer, Apple iWork Keynote, Bugzilla

Legal Notice

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. This position is not sponsored by any educational institution.