Editor/proofreader job description
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Editor/proofreader requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in editor/proofreader job postings.
Sample editor/proofreader requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in editing and proofreading.
- Advanced knowledge of grammar, punctuation, and writing style.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of products.
- Excellent attention to detail.
Sample required editor/proofreader soft skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Ability to meet tight deadlines and adjust to changing workloads.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work accurately and efficiently under pressure.
Editor/proofreader job description example 1
The Computer Merchant editor/proofreader job description
Duration:0-12 month(s)
Position is part-time and will have variable hours based on workload typically 20-30/weekly.
Quality Assurance Editor
The Quality Assurance Editor is responsible for the Quality Assurance Reviews and Editing of learning and training materials and courseware produced for a wide range of clients. The content involves training delivered via a blended solution including Job Aids, Instructor Led Training Materials, and Web Based e-Learning courses.
Main Duties:
Conduct quality assurance reviews to ensure that the integrity and consistency of all deliverables meet customer expectations.
Proofread, rewrite, and edit content to improve readability and to correct errors in spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of all applicable style, writing standards, and terminology for the specific project.
Apply style, writing standards, and terminology to all training content and correct errors to maintain consistency.
Verify facts, dates, and statistics using standard reference sources.
Work closely with Instructional Designers and Subject Matter Experts to convey understanding of project-specific style and writing standards.
Interface daily with Instructional Designer(s), Project Manager, Project Lead, Subject Matter Expert(s), as well as members of functional teams such as Graphic Artists and test lab personnel.
Candidate Requirements:
Essential:
Demonstrated experience in editing/proofreading training materials and courseware with advanced levels of proficiency in the following:
Editing and writing skills (use of language, grammar, spelling, organizing content).
Knowledge and demonstrated mastery of U.S. English, including the meaning and spelling of words, the rules of composition, grammar and usage.
Knowledge of commonly used style guides and dictionaries; knowledge of application of style to content
Work on multiple projects simultaneously while meeting schedule, cost and quality controls
Proficiency using MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel
Desirable:
Experience in using the latest development tools, such Adobe Captivate, Articulate Storyline 360, and Adobe Acrobat
Knowledge of commonly used concepts practices and procedures within Instructional Systems Design
Ability to work with a diverse group of professionals across multiple functions to ensure project requirements are met
Ability to work with Virtual team members
Required Education:
Demonstrated qualification in editing and proofreading
Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, Communications, English, or related field
Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled
* While an hourly range is posted for this position, an eventual hourly rate is determined by a comprehensive salary analysis which considers multiple factors including but not limited to: job-related knowledge, skills and qualifications, education and experience as compared to others in the organization doing substantially similar work, if applicable, and market and business considerations. Benefits offered include medical, dental and vision benefits; dependent care flexible spending account; 401(k) plan; voluntary life/short term disability/whole life/term life/accident and critical illness coverage; employee assistance program; sick leave in accordance with regulation. Benefits may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions.
Position is part-time and will have variable hours based on workload typically 20-30/weekly.
Quality Assurance Editor
The Quality Assurance Editor is responsible for the Quality Assurance Reviews and Editing of learning and training materials and courseware produced for a wide range of clients. The content involves training delivered via a blended solution including Job Aids, Instructor Led Training Materials, and Web Based e-Learning courses.
Main Duties:
Conduct quality assurance reviews to ensure that the integrity and consistency of all deliverables meet customer expectations.
Proofread, rewrite, and edit content to improve readability and to correct errors in spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of all applicable style, writing standards, and terminology for the specific project.
Apply style, writing standards, and terminology to all training content and correct errors to maintain consistency.
Verify facts, dates, and statistics using standard reference sources.
Work closely with Instructional Designers and Subject Matter Experts to convey understanding of project-specific style and writing standards.
Interface daily with Instructional Designer(s), Project Manager, Project Lead, Subject Matter Expert(s), as well as members of functional teams such as Graphic Artists and test lab personnel.
Candidate Requirements:
Essential:
Demonstrated experience in editing/proofreading training materials and courseware with advanced levels of proficiency in the following:
Editing and writing skills (use of language, grammar, spelling, organizing content).
Knowledge and demonstrated mastery of U.S. English, including the meaning and spelling of words, the rules of composition, grammar and usage.
Knowledge of commonly used style guides and dictionaries; knowledge of application of style to content
Work on multiple projects simultaneously while meeting schedule, cost and quality controls
Proficiency using MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel
Desirable:
Experience in using the latest development tools, such Adobe Captivate, Articulate Storyline 360, and Adobe Acrobat
Knowledge of commonly used concepts practices and procedures within Instructional Systems Design
Ability to work with a diverse group of professionals across multiple functions to ensure project requirements are met
Ability to work with Virtual team members
Required Education:
Demonstrated qualification in editing and proofreading
Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, Communications, English, or related field
Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled
* While an hourly range is posted for this position, an eventual hourly rate is determined by a comprehensive salary analysis which considers multiple factors including but not limited to: job-related knowledge, skills and qualifications, education and experience as compared to others in the organization doing substantially similar work, if applicable, and market and business considerations. Benefits offered include medical, dental and vision benefits; dependent care flexible spending account; 401(k) plan; voluntary life/short term disability/whole life/term life/accident and critical illness coverage; employee assistance program; sick leave in accordance with regulation. Benefits may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions.
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Editor/proofreader job description example 2
Cenergy International Services editor/proofreader job description
The Quality Assurance Editor is responsible for the Quality Assurance Reviews and Editing of learning and training materials and courseware produced for a wide range of clients. The content involves training delivered via a blended solution including Job Aids, Instructor Led Training Materials, and Web Based e-Learning courses.
Job category
Branch
Pay rate
Posted date
10/11/2022
Job type
Roles and Responsibilities
* Conduct quality assurance reviews to ensure that the integrity and consistency of all deliverables meet customer expectations.
* Proofread, rewrite, and edit content to improve readability and to correct errors in spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
* Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of all applicable style, writing standards, and terminology for the specific project.
* Apply style, writing standards, and terminology to all training content and correct errors to maintain consistency.
* Verify facts, dates, and statistics using standard reference sources.
* Work closely with Instructional Designers and Subject Matter Experts to convey understanding of project-specific style and writing standards.
* Interface daily with Instructional Designer(s), Project Manager, Project Lead, Subject Matter Expert(s), as well as members of functional teams such as Graphic Artists and test lab personnel.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
This is a remote position. Position is part-time and will have variable hours based on workload typically 20-30/weekly.
Candidate Requirements:
Essential:
Demonstrated experience in editing/proofreading training materials and courseware with advanced levels of proficiency in the following:
* Editing and writing skills (use of language, grammar, spelling, organizing content).
* Knowledge and demonstrated mastery of U.S. English, including the meaning and spelling of words, the rules of composition, grammar and usage.
* Knowledge of commonly used style guides and dictionaries; knowledge of application of style to content
* Work on multiple projects simultaneously while meeting schedule, cost and quality controls
* Proficiency using MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel
Desirable:
* Experience in using the latest development tools, such Adobe Captivate, Articulate Storyline 360, and Adobe Acrobat
* Knowledge of commonly used concepts practices and procedures within Instructional Systems Design
* Ability to work with a diverse group of professionals across multiple functions to ensure project requirements are met
* Ability to work with Virtual team members
Required Education:
* Demonstrated qualification in editing and proofreading
* Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, Communications, English, or related field
Preferred Skills
Cenergy is a dynamic, diverse, woman-owned company that has provided stellar support to our clients globally for over 25 years! We hire extraordinary people, and each of our team members are encouraged to embody our core values to drive innovation and own it with integrity and trust while adding to our positive and forward-thinking atmosphere.
Cenergy employees can enjoy the following robust benefits and resources:
Ongoing Training (RSO, Systems, Software Programs, OSHA Safety, JJ Keller, etc.)
Continuous Employment Development and Learning
Ongoing Advocacy, internal assets with HSE, Legal and HR teams and experts to aid in Employee Career Path and Advancement
401K
Aetna & Kaiser Group Medical Coverage
Dental Insurance Coverage
Vision Insurance Coverage
Basic Life Insurance & AD&D
Long Term Disability
Voluntary Short-Term Disability
Access to Health Joy
GAP Medical Coverage
Direct Deposit
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
Job category
Branch
Pay rate
Posted date
10/11/2022
Job type
Roles and Responsibilities
* Conduct quality assurance reviews to ensure that the integrity and consistency of all deliverables meet customer expectations.
* Proofread, rewrite, and edit content to improve readability and to correct errors in spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
* Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of all applicable style, writing standards, and terminology for the specific project.
* Apply style, writing standards, and terminology to all training content and correct errors to maintain consistency.
* Verify facts, dates, and statistics using standard reference sources.
* Work closely with Instructional Designers and Subject Matter Experts to convey understanding of project-specific style and writing standards.
* Interface daily with Instructional Designer(s), Project Manager, Project Lead, Subject Matter Expert(s), as well as members of functional teams such as Graphic Artists and test lab personnel.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
This is a remote position. Position is part-time and will have variable hours based on workload typically 20-30/weekly.
Candidate Requirements:
Essential:
Demonstrated experience in editing/proofreading training materials and courseware with advanced levels of proficiency in the following:
* Editing and writing skills (use of language, grammar, spelling, organizing content).
* Knowledge and demonstrated mastery of U.S. English, including the meaning and spelling of words, the rules of composition, grammar and usage.
* Knowledge of commonly used style guides and dictionaries; knowledge of application of style to content
* Work on multiple projects simultaneously while meeting schedule, cost and quality controls
* Proficiency using MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel
Desirable:
* Experience in using the latest development tools, such Adobe Captivate, Articulate Storyline 360, and Adobe Acrobat
* Knowledge of commonly used concepts practices and procedures within Instructional Systems Design
* Ability to work with a diverse group of professionals across multiple functions to ensure project requirements are met
* Ability to work with Virtual team members
Required Education:
* Demonstrated qualification in editing and proofreading
* Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, Communications, English, or related field
Preferred Skills
Cenergy is a dynamic, diverse, woman-owned company that has provided stellar support to our clients globally for over 25 years! We hire extraordinary people, and each of our team members are encouraged to embody our core values to drive innovation and own it with integrity and trust while adding to our positive and forward-thinking atmosphere.
Cenergy employees can enjoy the following robust benefits and resources:
Ongoing Training (RSO, Systems, Software Programs, OSHA Safety, JJ Keller, etc.)
Continuous Employment Development and Learning
Ongoing Advocacy, internal assets with HSE, Legal and HR teams and experts to aid in Employee Career Path and Advancement
401K
Aetna & Kaiser Group Medical Coverage
Dental Insurance Coverage
Vision Insurance Coverage
Basic Life Insurance & AD&D
Long Term Disability
Voluntary Short-Term Disability
Access to Health Joy
GAP Medical Coverage
Direct Deposit
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024