Proofreader

October 14, 2024

Does editing come naturally to you? Do you often find yourself correcting others’ grammar or pointing out mistakes in books? Do you have a sharp eye for detail? If so, this may be the job for you! TCL Marketing is a remote-based, full-service advertising agency looking for a Proofreader to join, support, and help develop our growing operations team. Working hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. EST.

The ideal candidate will thrive in a busy work environment with a high-volume workload. This person must be a team player but should also be comfortable working independently to meet hard deadlines. This person must also be familiar with or eager to learn about digital ads, landing pages, and other forms of online advertising, as the bulk of the proofreading in this position will be for our Digital Team. We are looking for someone with proofreading experience who can quickly learn our internal processes, help to improve our procedures and meet the needs of our clients. Because we all work remotely, high attention to detail and exceptional written and verbal communication skills are necessary. Please read through the rest of this job posting completely before applying.

Proofreader Tasks:

Review documents for grammar, spelling, and style mistakes
Review documents for errors in imagery and art design
Fact-check information when necessary
Compare documents and websites to original templates for accuracy
Follow AP style guidelines for writing and editing
Follow brand guidelines for clients when applicable
Work closely with the art department on the development of new projects and processes
Other duties as needed

Skills/Requirements:

High school diploma and at least 2 years of relevant work experience or a Bachelor’s Degree in English, Communications, or related field
Previous ad agency/marketing firm experience a plus
Sound knowledge of English grammar and punctuation with an emphasis on AP style
Excellent copyediting and proofreading skills
Meticulous attention to detail, commitment to producing quality products, deadline-conscious
Ability to concentrate for long periods of time
Exemplary problem-solving skills
Strong time management and organizational skills
Strong ability to prioritize tasks while thinking ahead and planning accordingly for upcoming tasks
Ability to work under direction as well as independently
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under hard deadlines
Ability to take initiative
Strong communication skills - written and verbal
Ability to manage relations with internal and external resources
Positive and respectful attitude toward team members, clients, and vendors
Must be a team player
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Proficient in Google Sheets and Google Documents
High-speed internet access

What We Offer:

Equipment required for the position will be provided
Internet reimbursement of $60/month
Schedule flexibility within the parameters of our daily work hours
7 paid federal holidays
9 paid TCL holidays
Christmas Shutdown - December 24 until the first business day after New Year’s Day

At the end of your 90-day probationary period, you are eligible to receive:

$1,800 or 50% of the employee’s major medical premium annually to help offset the cost of medical insurance
A quarterly Health and Wellness Stipend ($500 annually)
A monthly Lifestyle Spending Account
40 hours of paid time off (prorated based on your date of hire)
Employee-paid vision and dental insurance
Employer-paid life, disability, and accident insurance

After a successful 6 months, you are eligible for a 401(k) max 4% match.

After a successful first year, you are eligible for a company profit share.

Thank you for taking the time to read through all of the requirements and responsibilities for the available Proofreader position. To show us that you pay attention to detail, please include the phrase “Sharp Eye for Detail” with your cover letter and resume when applying. Feel free to also include any additional information that lets us know how awesome you are.

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