Article proofreading

We are 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.

Duties and Responsibilities
1) Scanning the whole document thoroughly several times in order to detect and correct any language usage and perhaps minor formatting mistakes, as well as to verify consistency (e.g. language variations – British or American English, captions for illustrations, citations).
2) Confirm all submitted writing is original
3) Ensure text meets tone and character count outlined by company policies
4) Make corrections and suggest edits to the document
5) Meet proofreading deadlines

How to Stand Out
1) Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in relevant experience
2) Familiarity with AP and other style guides
3) Being a fast and meticulous eagle-eyed reader
4) Excellent grammar and communication and skills solid general knowledge accompanied by a wide vocabulary
5) Proficiency in basic computer programs, such as Microsoft Office
6) Having more than 2 years of experience proofreading or editing written content is preferred

You'll be responsible for at least two article to proofread per day (Monday - Friday).
There are more than 200 articles that need proofreading.

Pay Rates
Per 1000 words basis
Negotiable.

How to Apply
If you're interested in this position, please fill out the form here:

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Cheers,

Brian