Proofreader

Jacobson Rost Inc.

Jacobson/Rost, a full-service marketing communications agency with offices in Milwaukee and Chicago, is seeking a qualified Proofreader to work at our Milwaukee office location located in the Third Ward. This candidate will support all client material and is responsible for examining all copy and proofs generated through the production department. 

http://www.jacobsonrost.com


Position Details

Proofreader
Job
Full-time
9/13/2018
Southeast Wisconsin
Milwaukee, WI

The Proofreader verifies the accuracy of content, legal copy, mark-ups, formatting and ensures all quality and production standards are met prior to releasing projects to the client or the printer.

Responsibilities:

Proofreading and Copy Editing (75 percent)

Proofread and mark-up all proofs generated in production via proofreading marks and digital interfaces. This applies to all new work and correction cycles. Work closely with production director, production artists and account service team to apply all edits. Understand departmental workflow and react swiftly to changing priorities. Work to improve proofreading process, communication and common errors within department and agency. Proofread and edit copy and content for print, digital, video, social media, press releases and more. Ensure all content adheres to our client’s voice, brand positioning and style guides. Maintain client manuals with preferred styles, including logo usage, brand names, trademark symbols and other designated language, grammar and punctuation.

Project Coordination (25 percent)

Collaborate with agency teams to coordinate the production and deployment of print and digital content deliverables. Assist with quoting and purchasing stock imagery, stock video, fonts and stock music licensing while maintaining an agency database. Provide additional organizational support to department as needed.

Qualifications:

  • Five years of experience in proofreading 
  • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Journalism, English or related field 
  • Knowledge of AP style and corporate trademark search is a must 
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe Suites 
  • Strong grammar, spelling and punctuation skills 
  • Strong organizational skills with ability to successfully juggle and deliver multiple projects and proactively communicate status and/or issues 
  • Must be detail and deadline oriented Proven ability to work well under pressure 
  • Self-starter with ability to self-direct

Jacobson Rost offers a competitive salary and benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, STD, LTD, Flex Spend, 401k, and continued education.



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