Proofreader/Content Writer - Brokerage Firm (2-5 yrs)

Proofreader : Markup : Bangalore : APA Style guide : 6PM-2:45 AM: Hybrid

We are hiring for an esteemed client of Innoquest that is (a large brokerage firm operating globally) Looking for a proofreader specialist.

Responsibilities :

- Read and evaluate creative/marketing materials for grammatical, typographical and formatting errors using AP StyleBook standards .

- Evaluate deliverables to ensure proper dimensions, page elements such as images, text spacing and positioning, pagination and TOC alignment and various elements conform to brand guidelines and expectations of deliverable

- Where directed, rephrase written text to ensure document structure and content are consistent

- Ensure illustrations are suitably captioned and referenced and formatting is consistent

- Compare proofs against original copy and project criteria to identify errors or omission

- Use and knowledge of industry standardized proofing symbols and nomenclature

- Work within online project management and proofing software to ensure efficient task completion and workflows are followed

- Ensure tasks are completed within set time constraints, escalating bottlenecks or workload issues as needed

- Continuously self-educating on best practices, industry trends and techniques and proactively uses the global Art Department team as a knowledge resource through questions and constructive feedback

Requirements :

- Minimum of 2 years of experience proofreading and/or editing creative content.

- Knowledge of standard proofreading practices and procedures

- Professional and conversational fluency in English is a must

Preferred Skills :

- Attention to detail: able to identify errors in text and formatting to ensure quality of all deliverables

- Teamwork skill: adept at working with copywriters, designers, and art directors

- Previous experience using project management tools, such as Workfront, and/or proofing tools for stakeholder markups