Proofreader

RR Donnelley - Phoenix, Arizona
Friday, December 02, 2011
7275



DESCRIPTION

THE HOURS OF THIS POSITION MAY VARY. CANDIDATES NEED TO FLEXIBLE.

Proofreading high-profile, high-priority, confidential information in an extremely fast-paced environment (meeting tight deadlines without sacrificing quality). Ensuring proper grammar, spelling, syntax, and style. Requires incredible attention to detail, ability to use standard proofreader marks, and excellent knowledge of grammar and style.

Secondary function: Managing the proofreading queue, coordinating work flow, and organizing archived markups.

Specific Responsibilities

* The ability to effectively balance the usage of House Style vs. The Chicago Manual of Style vs. project-specific style sheets/guides (as warranted)
* Create the shift-turnover briefing (in Excel template)
* Brief the next shift (in person; strong verbal skills)
* Manage queue
* Proof/QC work
* Regular communications/interactions with clients (in person, phone, e-mail)
* Scan/e-mail documents
* Archive tasks
* Basic knowledge of PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, etc.
* Proofread pitch books, screen shows, Flash animation, advertising materials, brochures, posters, menus, etc.
* Double-check that authors have provided all required materials/files
* Resolve queries directly with project manager and/or client (e.g. style/text/usage inconsistencies)
* Correct misspellings and grammatical errors
* Create project-specific style sheets (as warranted)

REQUIRED SKILLS

Skill Requirements

* Traditional proofreading skill set
* Excellent verbal communication
* Excellent writing skills
* Basic level PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat
* Adept at working solo
* Adept at working with teams of proofers/designers/operators/clients/etc.

Phoenix, AZ

Phoenix, Arizona



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