Proofreader

Position Summary:

Specializes in proofreading all creative materials, including ads, brochures, newsletters, web pages, etc., to ensure error-free work

Responsibilities:

• Read and evaluate written text for grammatical and typographical errors 
• Liaise with writers and editors to determine the composition of specific texts in a document 
• Compare typeset proofs against original copy to identify errors or omission 
• Evaluate the dimensions of page elements such as images, text spacing and positioning to ensure they conform to set specifications 
• Ensure page numbers are in the right order and not repeated or omitted 
• Analyze documents to ensure chapter titles match list of contents 
• Use standardized proofing symbols to mark corrections on documents 
• Mark corrections highlighted by editors/authors and ensure they reflect on the master set proof 
• Rephrase written text to ensure document structure and content are consistent 
• Stay abreast with grammatical development as well as new terminologies in a language 
• Ensure illustrations are suitably captioned and referenced 
• Forward proofread materials for approval and publication 
• Ensure project is completed within set time constraints

Required:

• Associate's degree 
• Minimum 2 years experience proofreading or editing written content. 
• In depth knowledge of standard proofreading practices and procedures. 
• Excellent command of the written English language.

Behaviors:

• Strong attention to detail. 
• Teamwork skills.

Gallagher offers competitive salaries and benefits, including: medical/dental/vision plans, life and accident insurance, 401(K), employee stock purchase plan, educational expense reimbursement, employee assistance program, flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function) training programs, matching gift program, and more.