Proofreader/Copy Editor (Remote, Contract)

INFUSE; Gauteng; Remote; ZAR 25 000 - 45 000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a meticulous Proofreader to ensure the highest standards of written communication. The ideal candidate will possess excellent English writing skills and a keen eye for detail, ensuring all materials are grammatically correct and aligned with brand voice. This position involves collaboration with team members to review and refine internal documents, making it essential to be organized and proactive. If you have a passion for language and a commitment to quality, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team and help shape compelling content.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of proofreading experience with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong English writing skills and familiarity with style guides.

Responsibilities

• Proofread materials for grammar, punctuation, and brand voice.
• Crosscheck references and ensure consistency in output.

Skills

English writing skills

Proofreading

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Solutions-oriented mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism

Bachelor's degree in English

Job description

OUR HIRING PROCESS:

1. We will review your application against our job requirements. We do not employ machine learning technologies during this phase as we believe every human deserves attention from another human. We do not think machines can evaluate your application quite like our seasoned recruiting professionals—every person is unique. We promise to give your candidacy a fair and detailed assessment.
2. We may then invite you to submit a video interview for review by the hiring manager. This may be followed by a test or short project to assess your fit within the team.
3. Next, we invite you to interview with our hiring manager and/or the interview team. Please note: We do not conduct interviews via text message, Telegram, etc., and we never hire anyone without meeting them face-to-face or via Zoom. You will be invited to a live meeting or Zoom session to meet the INFUSE team.
4. Finally, it’s decision time! If you remain excited about joining INFUSE and we like you, we will discuss your offer. We ensure you have the opportunity to speak with us live before any offer is made, as we consider our team members our family and want you to feel comfortable and welcomed.

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Position: Proofreader

INFUSE is looking for a detail-oriented Proofreader to join our team. You must be proficient in basic and advanced grammar rules and understand how they are used within our style guides. Our ideal candidate is meticulous in reviewing copy, noting errors such as punctuation, spelling, and word usage, and knows how to check statements for accuracy or potential plagiarism.

Responsibilities

• Proofread materials for spelling, grammar, punctuation, syntax, usage, consistency, and brand voice
• Crosscheck references and data
• Review output for consistency
• Review and occasionally rewrite internal documents
• Collaborate with team members

Qualifications

• Excellent English writing skills
• 1+ proofreading experience
• At least one year of writing experience
• B2B writing experience (preferred)
• Bachelor's degree in journalism or English (preferred)
• Great attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Highly organized
• Agile and proactive
• Solutions-oriented
• Able to work EST hours