Job Description
SMS Staffing Inc is Hiring Immediately for a skilled Proofreader/Copy Editor.
Job Title: Proofreader/Copy Editor
Job Location: North Chicago, IL, U.S.A.
Job Type: Contract (possible extension)
Pay: Starts at $34.00 an hour
Shift Structure: 10:30am - 6:00pm; ONSITE, Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week
About the Proofreader/Copy Editor Role: The Proofreader/Copy Editor helps instill corporate brand through quality assurance of content for internal and external marketing communications across digital and print applications.
- Proofreading and light editing for brand communications, public affairs and business writing.
- May assist in developing internal and/or external communication materials (newsletters, internet/intranet pages, campaigns, etc.)
- Support coordination of internal and external communications of the organization within established policies and procedures
- Work with internal agency teams across multiple business units and workstreams. The proofreader will partner with creative directors, project managers, writers, senior designers, and at times, internal client company’s clientele.
- Limited contact with external stakeholders
About You: The ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience:
- BA/BS in English or Journalism preferred
- 5+ years of work experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat
- Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud and Project Management systems a plus
Come join the SMS team! It takes more than top-notch facilities, modern equipment, and innovative technologies to become our customer’s most trusted supplier. It takes people who are committed to our customer’s success and who are willing to go the extra mile to get the job done right.