Proof Reader
ANZSCO 599913
270
77%
76%
55 yrs
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.
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About this career
Proof Readers read draft copies and proofs, detect errors and mark corrections to grammar, typing and composition.
What they typically do
- Reviews, proofs and edits content (written or digital) across a variety of media and industries; ensuring correct spelling, grammar, punctuation, syntax, usage, consistency and brand voice in the final product.
- Ensures the accuracy of all referenced facts (e.g. dates, pages and values) and double-checks cross-referenced materials (e.g. websites and newspapers).
- Reviews content and style across company-wide work to ensure campaign, product and brand consistency.
- Attends team meetings, provides constructive editorial input and communicates with team members to yield consistent, accurate and high-quality work products.
- Improves editing processes by evaluating and recommending changes to create efficiencies.
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These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Proof Reader.
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