About This Role
This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and overall quality of artwork, text, and digital proofs before they go to production. The Proofreader reviews job specifications, proofreads materials, identifies errors, and coordinates with internal departments and clients to ensure all approved files comply with company and client requirements.
Responsibilities
- Review and validate job orders to ensure specifications, instructions, references, and supporting documents are complete, accurate, and consistent
- Monitor the status of assigned jobs and coordinate with relevant internal departments and clients to ensure timely completion and turnover
- Proofread and review digital artwork, PDF files, laser proofs, signature proofs, and other production materials for spelling, grammar, punctuation, formatting, layout, content, and overall accuracy
- Identify, document, and communicate errors, discrepancies, inconsistencies, and potential quality issues before files are released for production
- Verify that all client-approved proofs have been properly signed or electronically approved prior to production
- Ensure that the latest approved proof is used as the final reference for artwork, layout, and production
- Coordinate with internal teams and clients regarding corrections, revisions, clarifications, and approval requirements
- Organize, maintain, and properly archive job-related files and documentation in designated folders and systems
- Release thoroughly reviewed and approved files to the appropriate production team following established procedures
- Prepare and submit monthly reports on proofing activities, job status, corrections, and file turnover, as required
- Perform other related duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, AB English, Journalism, or any related four-year course
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Filipino
- Strong proofreading, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and editing skills
- Exceptional attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
- Good understanding of document formatting, layout, and content consistency
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to identify discrepancies and follow through on necessary corrections
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and other relevant computer applications
Nice to have:
- At least two years of relevant experience in proofreading, publishing, printing, prepress, or a related industry
