226 Results for

Proofreading Jobs in the United States

Legal Secretary

Jobot

$75000 - $95000

Santa Ana, CA

Practice Areas: Appellate, Bad Faith and Coverage, Banking & Finance, Business/Commercial, Construction, Employee Benefits & ERISA, Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs), Labor & Employment, Legal Malpractice, Long Term Care & Assisted Living, Medical Malpractice, Municipal Liability, Premises Liability, Product Liability, Professional Negligence, Toxic Tort and Environmental, and Transportation. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.

2 days ago
Commercial Litigation Legal Secretary

Jobot

$85000 - $92000

Uniondale, NY

Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. Our client, an esteemed full service law firm on Long Island, is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to support their sophisticated commercial litigation and labor & employment groups.

2 days ago
Estate Planning Assistant

Jobot

$75000 - $100000

San Francisco, CA

Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. This company concentrates its practice on estate planning, trust administration, and related private client matters, delivering thoughtful, personalized legal solutions tailored to each client’s unique goals.

2 days ago
Litigation Legal Assistant

Jobot

$70000 - $80000

Melville, NY

Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners.

2 days ago
Legal Administrative Assistant (Legal Secretary)

Jobot

$80000 - $110000

Boston, MA

Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. Founded decades ago and based in Boston, with offices across the country, we are a full-service national law firm with a growing Boston presence and a strong commercial litigation and business practice.

2 days ago
Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant

Jobot

$75000 - $90000

Minneapolis, MN

Our expertise includes employment litigation; labor arbitration; HR investigations, advice and counsel; business and commercial litigation, including contract disputes, shareholder disputes, government regulatory disputes, FINRA and securities disputes; real estate disputes; civil rights litigation; Insurance coverage disputes; Fair Debt Collection Practices Act defense litigation; and appellate advocacy. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.

2 days ago
Office Administrator (On-site)

Vaco LLC

$40000 - $50000

Chelsea, AL

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual’s skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs.

2 days ago
Senior Management Analyst/Technical Writer

Bowhead / UIC Technical Services

Dahlgren, VA

Management Analyst/ Technical Writer (DETO-2026-24986): Bowhead is seeking a Management Analyst/ Technical Writer to research, write, edit and proofread technical data for use in documents or sections of documents such as manuals, procedures and specifications. Expertise with editing and formatting Microsoft Word, Microsoft Power Point, Microsoft Excel, Visio, and Adobe acrobat Portable Document Format (PDF) documents.

3 days ago
Regulatory Affairs Labeling Operations Specialist

Joulé

$105000 - $110000

Plainsboro Township, NJ

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Regulatory Affairs Labeling Operations Specialist (Contractor) to process critical tasks related to final printed pharmaceutical labeling for launch and lifecycle management projects guided by company content of labeling, FDA Patient Labeling Resources, FDA Label Negotiations and Industry trends. Labeling Tools:Serve as an experienced user in all labeling tools with emphasis in SPL ALiCE A4L environment and proficient in TVT usage; other systems include Vault RIM (Veeva), Esko (LIFT Artwork Management), Adobe Acrobat, etc.) as well as coordinating technical support needs with internal IT groups.

11 days ago
Glow Studio Copywriter

Dako

Auburn Hills, MI

Bachelorsdegreerequired(Marketing,Advertising, Journalism, English, Communications,orrelated field)Project Timeline:DeliverableDateSOW distributedApril 9 th , 2026Proposal returned (resume and pricing)Week of April 20 th , 2026Calls with prospective candidatesWeek of April 27 th , 2026Project AwardWeek of May 11 th , 2026OnboardingWeek of May 25 th , 2026. Project Scope: The Glow Studio Copywriter project will ensure Glow Studios continued copywriting operations, responding to the additional creative asset needs of Electrify Americas branded and Brand Neutral marketing plans .

4 days ago
Assistant Project Manager - Corporate Marketing

ECLARO

$35 - $40

Remote, NY

Responsibilities: Line edit/proofread technical reports (75-400 pages) in Word to detect and correct errors in spelling, punctuation, syntax, and consistency using identified style manuals. Skill in managing multiple diverse activities simultaneously, delivering on commitments and varying deadlines and operating with speed, accuracy and strong judgment.

4 days ago
Proofreader

Uline

Pleasant Prairie, WI

Uline, a family-owned company, is North America’s leading distributor of shipping, industrial, and packaging materials with over 9,800 employees across 14 locations. Ensure accuracy in content, spelling and grammar for various digital and print materials, including Uline's 900+ page catalog.

3 days ago
Assistant Director of Communications

Vermont Law School

$62000 - $72000

South Royalton, VT

If you are applying from a third party website (Indeed, etc.) and are unable to attach additional materials to your online application, please apply directly at https://www.vermontlaw.edu/community/about-vls/employment-opportunities or email required documents to Christine Saul, csaul@vermontlaw.edu. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience with content management systems (e.g., WordPress), marketing automation tools (e.g., Salesforce/Pardot), and design platforms such as Adobe Creative Suite.

3 days ago
Formatter/Proofreader

Compunnel, Inc.

$35

Richmond, VA

This role involves working with formatting tools and platforms to deliver high-quality, consistent documentation while maintaining attention to detail and efficiency.

2 days ago
Front Desk Administrator

Beacon Hill

$35

Boston, MA

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com. Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries.

12 days ago
Part Time Assistant to the Dean

Beacon Hill

$25

Wellesley, MA

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com. Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries.

4 days ago
Administrative Professional

Beacon Hill

$115000 - $120000

New York, NY

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com. This role provides administrative and operational support to multiple professionals across fundraising, communications, and IR, and requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and comfort in a fast‑paced environment.

12 days ago
Legal Assistant - Hybrid

Nesco Resource

$32.6 - $35.96

Boston, MA

This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside experienced attorneys in a fast-paced legal environment where your organizational skills and professionalism will make a direct impact. A prestigious regional law firm is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Legal Assistant to join its collaborative Boston office.

10 days ago
Planogram Coordinator {167955}

A-Line Staffing Solutions LLC

$98470 - $142500

Woonsocket, RI

Coordinate and release planogram updates, including new item notices and discontinued items. Collaborate with Merchandising, Store Operations, and Marketing teams to validate content and timelines.

8 days ago
Executive Assistant

Beacon Hill

$120000 - $125000

New York, NY

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com. The ideal candidate is deeply interested in social impact, philanthropy, nonprofit partnerships, or sustainability and brings strong judgment, communication skills, and a warm, approachable presence.

12 days ago
IT Support Generalist

Bering Straits Native Corporation

Anchorage, AK

Prepare, read, comprehend, and analyze a variety of complex forms, reports, spreadsheets, maps, plans, records, documentation, and correspondence in all languages required by the job. Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for bending, stooping, sitting, walking or standing for prolonged periods of time; most of time is spent sitting in a comfortable position with frequent opportunity to move about.

4 days ago
Co-Op Business: Technical Writer/Editor

CPCCo

Richland, WA

Our mission is progressing the Hanford Site environmental restoration program through gaining regulator concurrence on Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA), Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), Atomic Energy Act (AEA) decision documents, evaluating soil and groundwater environmental cleanup, and discovering ways to optimize and improve the environmental restoration. CPCCo's Regulatory Strategy & Integration team is seeking one dynamic Technical Writer/Editor Co-Op who has a desire to work hard, learn new subjects, and be a contributing member of a great team.

30+ days ago
Communications Coordinator

Northwest Farm Credit Services

$44200 - $58900

Spokane, WA

AgWest Farm Credit is a member-owned financial cooperative that provides financing and related services to farmers, ranchers, agribusinesses, commercial fishermen, timber producers, rural homeowners and crop insurance customers in a seven-state territory in the Western United States. Support the creation and refinement of visual content, including graphics, presentations and marketing materials, using Adobe Suite design tools, to support organizational communication and branding initiatives.

30+ days ago
Technical Writer/Editor II-III

Planned Systems International, Inc.

Richland, WA

The position also supports the Navarro-ATL Contractor Assurance department by managing the Integrated Contractor Assurance System (iCAS) Task Tracker module, utilized for administrative reminders, and provides administrative support for the company's Operating Experience/Lessons Learned program. PSI offers full-time, benefits eligible employees a competitive total compensation package that includes paid leave, and options for employer sponsored group medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, AD&D coverage, legal services, identity theft, and accident insurance.

30+ days ago
Technical Writer/Editor II-III

Advanced Technologies and Laboratories International, Inc.

Richland, WA

The position also supports the Navarro-ATL Contractor Assurance department by managing the Integrated Contractor Assurance System (iCAS) Task Tracker module, utilized for administrative reminders, and provides administrative support for the company's Operating Experience/Lessons Learned program. PSI offers full-time, benefits eligible employees a competitive total compensation package that includes paid leave, and options for employer sponsored group medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, AD&D coverage, legal services, identity theft, and accident insurance.

30+ days ago
Marketing and Communications Coordinator

Olympia Federal Savings

$26.09 - $39.13

Olympia, WA

Develop messaging strategy for digital marketing initiatives including customer email campaigns, in-branch broadcast screens, online banking advertising, texting initiatives, video content, and podcast production. Proficiency with website content management systems, social media platforms, email marketing platforms, podcast production tools, graphic design programs, video editing software, and MS.

23 days ago
Communications Coordinator

DLA Piper LLP (US)

$30.99 - $48.58

Seattle, WA

While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to: Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties. Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed.

30+ days ago
Copywriter I

Zones LLC

Auburn, WA

Operating in more than 120 countries, leveraging a robust portfolio, and utilizing the highest certification levels from key partners, including Microsoft, Apple, Cisco, Lenovo, Adobe, and more, Zones has mastered the science of building digital infrastructures that change the way business does business ensuring whatever they need, they can Consider IT Done. Positioned to be the IT partner you need, Zones, a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) in business for over 35 years, specializes in Digital Workplace, Cloud & Data Center, Networking, Security, and Managed/Professional/Staffing services.

30+ days ago
Program Controls Analyst - Advisory Services

Parametrix

$32.25 - $38.46

South Hill, WA

This role will contribute to program controls and contract management activities, including tracking budgets and performance, coordinating key project documentation, and supporting compliance documentation and reporting efforts across the team. Parametrix is a 100% employee-owned consulting firm helping clients deliver resilient infrastructure, vibrant and livable communities, and environmentally sustainable solutions.

24 days ago
Document Editor

Shannon & Wilson, Inc

$29 - $35

Seattle, WA

Please note that non-solicited resumes from external recruitment agencies will not be considered as introductions to our business, unless a preapproved agreement is in place and the external recruitment agency has been engaged to work on this specific vacancy. Position Summary: Shannon & Wilson's Seattle office has an opening for a Document Editor to support our engineering and scientific teams with document preparation, quality control procedures, and general administrative tasks.

30+ days ago
Legal Practice Assistant - Commercial Litigation

Perkins Coie LLP

Seattle, WA

Coordinate client/attorney/administrative conferences, meetings, and appointments for timekeepers and clients, including scheduling conference room, visitor offices, meals, preparation of materials, and arrangement with a third party if needed. Assist with billing process, including daily time entries (entering, proofreading, spellchecking, and releasing), distribute monthly proformas, and potentially review and edit prebills, and prepare final with cover letter (if appropriate) in accordance with firm or department procedures.

30+ days ago
Legal Practice Assistant

Perkins Coie LLP

Seattle, WA

The primary responsibility of the Legal Practice Assistant II is to provide varied and more complex support, with moderate supervision, to designated lawyers, other Legal Practice Assistants, paralegals, and Perkins Coie LLP as a member of a practice team or as part of the internal shared-services resource known as the Hub. Coordinate client/lawyer/administrative conferences, meetings, and appointments for timekeepers and clients, including scheduling of conference rooms and visitor offices, preparation of materials, and making arrangements with third parties if needed (e.g., court reporters or videographers).

30+ days ago
Construction Project Coordinator - Federal Construction

Contrack Watts

Gig Harbor, WA

Verify subcontractor contracts, subcontractor bonds, and insurance requirements are in place with proper coverages prior to commencement of work; monitor expiration dates and renew as needed. All qualified applicantswill receive consideration for employment (including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected categories in accordance with applicablestate and federal laws).

30+ days ago
Customer Service Support Intern (Temporary Student Intern)

King County Housing Authority

$21.66 - $24.64

Shoreline, WA

Strong organizational skills including prioritizing, keeping track of information or work in progress, ensuring accuracy, multi-tasking, attention to detail, time management skills, and handling interruptions appropriately. The Customer Service Support internship is an ideal opportunity for a Housing Authority resident, student or recent graduate that has a passion for social work and providing support in the public sector.

9 days ago
Co-Op Business: Procurement

CPCCo

Richland, WA

At Central Plateau Cleanup Company (CPCCo), located in Richland, Washington, we are working to provide a sustainable future for the historic Hanford area through the protection of the Columbia River and the remediation of the Central Plateau. To achieve our mission, we need exceptionally talented, innovative, and driven people to help us reduce risks on the Hanford Site by removing some of the most hazardous waste streams and facilities in the Department of Energy (DOE) complex.

30+ days ago
Localization Project Manager III

Verathon, Inc.

Bothell, WA

The Localization Project Manager III ensures localized deliverables meet linguistic quality, cultural, regulatory, and brand requirements while managing scope, schedule, cost, and risk across medium-to-large projects and programs. * Identify, assess, document, and mitigate risks related to localization quality, timelines, and budgets for assigned projects; escalate issues and recommend options based on analysis of limited or incomplete information.

30+ days ago
Coadjutant - Copy Editor

Rutgers The State University

New Brunswick, NJ

BenefitsRutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:- Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage- Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs- Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options- Employee and dependent educational benefits- Life insurance coverage- Employee discounts programsFor detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview. Position DetailsPosition InformationRecruitment/Posting Title Coadjutant - Copy Editor Department Mason Gross School of Arts Dea Salary Details A minimum of $500 for the contract period Offer InformationThe final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position.

2 days ago
Proposal Copy Editor

Axelon Services Corporation

$60 - $80

Atlanta, GA

Collaborate closely with subject matter experts, proposal managers, and sales teams to deliver polished, client-ready RFP responses. Responsibilities: Provide detailed editorial peer review and copy editing on complex, large-scale proposal documents.

14 days ago
Copy Editor

Syntricate Technologies

Atlanta, GA

Required Skills: 5–7 years of professional copyediting experience, preferably with technical or support content Proficiency in AP, Chicago or Microsoft writing style guides Strong understanding of plain language principles and UX writing best practices Familiarity with editing in a content management system (CMS) Experience applying editorial style guides and working with editorial checklists Ability to give and receive feedback in a constructive, collaborative way Basic understanding of accessibility, SEO, and inclusive language best practices Excellent attention to detail Your work helps us deliver a seamless, trustworthy content experience that empowers customers to solve problems with our self-service resources.

14 days ago
Marketing Copy Editor

TechDigital Corporation

Framingham, MA

The essential requirements of the job include: 2+ years of experience as a copy editor,Degree in a science, language or communication field, Consistently editing against a style guide, while preserving technical meaning and delivering feedback within the required timeframes. The Marketing Copy Editor is responsible for editing English-language marketing content for grammar, clarity, consistency and corporate writing style.

30+ days ago
Project Editor

Center for Responsive Schools

$53174

Turners Falls, MA

Projects may be multi-year and multi-component, or small-scale (for example, new books, reprints, workshop products, articles, new or replacement lessons, lesson components and products, small guides, research reports, and marketing collateral). Liaises with Programs and production staff regarding completion dates for project deliverables, Collaborates with Chief Publications Officer as requested to develop schedules for projects, ensuring that all deadlines are met, and keeps the Chief and/or Senior Editor informed of any schedule changes.

30+ days ago
Copy Editor Contractor

GrapevineAI

New York, NY

You will also be responsible for publishing finalized articles, and collaborating cross-functionally with our Brand Success, Creative Strategy, and Creator Strategy teams. As we scale rapidly in the AI + creative space, we’re looking for a Contract Copy Editor to help write winning editorials for our brands.

30+ days ago
Japanese Bilingual Production Editor (Contract) (Renton, Washington, US, 98056)

Hasbro, Inc

Renton, WA

WHAT YOU’LL DO: Perform significant copy editing and proofreading on English- and Japanese-language Magic cards, packaging, and related assets, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and alignment with established Magic style and terminology. From our genre-defining games like Magic: The Gathering® and Dungeons & Dragons® to our growing multiverse, we continue to innovate and build new ways to foster friendship and connection.

30+ days ago
Copy Editor - Grapevine

New Engen

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All legitimate job openings will be posted directly on our careers page, and all communication about these roles will come exclusively from Recruitment outreach, conducted via email through our ATS, JazzHR, and never through unsolicited text messages or the @newengen.online domain. We’re a digital marketing agency that drives meaningful impact across the entire customer journey by integrating media, creative, analytics, influencer, and retail strategies into performance-driven campaigns.

25 days ago
Game Editor - D&D (Renton, Washington, US, 98056)

Hasbro, Inc

$74851 - $112276

Renton, WA

From our genre-defining games like Magic: The Gathering® and Dungeons & Dragons® to our growing multiverse, we continue to innovate and build new ways to foster friendship and connection. This Game Editor position draws on your love of language, mastery of grammar, drive for consistency, and knowledge of DUNGEONS & DRAGONS.

30+ days ago
Copy Editor

Syntricate Technologies Inc

Remote (San Jose CA), CA

Your work helps us deliver a seamless, trustworthy content experience that empowers customers to solve problems with our self-service resources. You'll collaborate with subject matter experts to improve the quality, tone, and usability of knowledge articles and Community content.

30+ days ago
Remote Proofreader

cKinetics

$25 - $30

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As a mission-driven Sustainability Insight, Innovation & Capital Advisory Firm, we work towards generating market insight and catalyzing change in the business and investment industry. If you are a detail-oriented individual with a passion for sustainability and innovation, we would love to have you on board as our Remote Proofreader.

20 days ago
Associate Editor

Xometry

North Bethesda, MD

The Associate Editor collaborates closely with senior editors, contributors, and industry partners to ensure content is accurate, engaging, and delivered on deadline, while managing multiple assignments independently. Xometry's digital marketplace gives manufacturers the critical resources they need to grow their business while also making it easy for buyers at Fortune 1000 companies to tap into global manufacturing capacity.

25 days ago
Proofreader/ Editing

Online River

$28 - $32

New York City, New York

You will review various content types, including reports, articles, marketing materials, and digital content, to identify and correct errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation, formatting, and style consistency. Work on Tight Deadlines: Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring all proofreading tasks are completed within specified timelines.

30+ days ago
Editor (On-Call)

The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum

New York, NY

In close collaboration with other members of the Publications department, as well as curators and/or guest authors, the Editor edits manuscripts, oversees the editorial development of layouts, manages editorial schedules, and is responsible for editing and/or overseeing the editing of all public-facing printed and digital copy related to exhibitions, including but not limited to wall texts, object labels, communications and educational materials, and Collection Online texts. Assist other Editors as needed on book projects, including but not limited to: research and edit bibliographies; fact-checking; edit front and back matter, captions, and citations; proofread and slug layouts; compile copyright credits; copyedit against style sheets; and manage source scans from authors.

30+ days ago

Proofreading Jobs Overview

Wordplays, elegant syntax, immaculate flow—these are the joys of the professional proofreader. But this field isn't just about witticisms and puns. Proofreading jobs will swoop you into a cornucopia of literary fun, but they're also necessary for ensuring clarity, consistency, and error-free copy in publications and online content. Adhering to style guides, consulting dictionaries and thesauruses, and wearing the etymologist's hat are all par for the course. Are you an eagle-eyed reader fascinated by the origins of words? Do you love spending your days reading and correcting copy? Do you maintain a spirit of collaboration? Then you may certainly enjoy a career as a proofreader.

After a piece of content goes through a few runs with several strata of editors, it ends up on the proofreader's desk—the very last set of editorial eyes. The proofreader catches mistakes before the final version gets published. Throughout your workday, you'll focus on marking up copy to correct spelling, grammar, formatting, style, and even layout. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the top industries hiring proofreaders include newspapers, periodicals, and book and directory publishers, but you can find proofreading jobs in a wide variety of fields, especially thanks to the proliferation of content-marketing departments. Plus, you can provide proofreading services for scientific, technical, financial, or legal organizations too.

Since you're likely fond of editorial work overall, you can also search through our overarching collection of media jobs. Or you may be inclined toward these similar roles:

Proofreader Education and Skills

The most important factor for you to land any proofreading jobs is your proficiency with written language. You will likely need a bachelor's degree too. Many job seekers in this field will have majored in English, journalism, or communication, but you can still pursue this career path if you studied another discipline. For instance, you may have an advantage with a biology degree if the position requires that you proofread a medical research paper or a computer science degree if you'll be working on technical manuals for software releases. Most employers will require a proofreading test nonetheless, so you'll be able to flaunt your editorial capabilities there.

Meanwhile, you'll want to hone some of these helpful skills:

  • Assiduous attention to detail.
  • High-level grammar and spelling.
  • Meticulousness and resourcefulness.
  • Rapid reading ability.
  • Patience and coolheadedness.
  • Knowledge of various style guides (and the capacity to adapt to any in-house guides too).

And undoubtedly—being a good writer is an added benefit. Learn more with this editor job description sample from Monster.

Update Your Proofreader Resume

Think of yourself as the lexical sentry at the gate. Typically, any article or piece of content will end up in your hands before it's published—and hence you're responsible for upholding the standards of good grammar and appropriate language usage that will be expected of you. So your resume should immediately reflect your hawk-eye for rectifying typos and a sharp-sightedness for averting grammatical mishaps. Add a layer of editorial lacquer by applying some of our refined resume writing tips.

Then, proclaim your love for words and all things grammar in an exquisitely crafted cover letter. Your approach should be tailored to the types of proofreading jobs you're applying to, but you can potentially mention some of your stylistic preferences (such as, say, your partiality for the Oxford comma), as long as you can elucidate them. If you're feeling blocked, browse through Monster's useful pointers for writing cover letters.

Interviewing for a Proofreading Job

Both freelance and permanent roles are available for proofreaders. You may want to start off at a smaller media company, publishing house, or website to build your portfolio. And you can prepare for your interview by reviewing our selection of articles on how to best respond to your job interviewer, with topics covered across the board.

As a preview, here are a few questions you may be asked:

  • What kind of articles, documents, or books have you proofread in the past? What subjects are you most comfortable with?
  • What style guides are you familiar with?
  • What is your proofreading method? What primary elements do you look for? How do you spot errors that are not so conspicuous?

How Much Do Proofreading Jobs Pay?

Your pay will depend on experience. But the median hourly rate for a proofreader is $21.83 an hour, with $16.16 an hour at the lowest end and $27.93 at the highest. You can also find specific pay details for proofreading roles in your area by using Monster's Salary Tools.

Make Your Career Proof-Positive With Monster

You love words and the way they mesh to create beautiful sentences. So create a profile on Monster to promptly connect with a plenitude of publishing houses, media companies, and content-marketing departments that offer proofreading jobs.