Cognizant jobs - Process Specialist - Voice

Proof Reader

Proofreaders are on the frontlines of editing. You are charged with reviewing, proofing, and editing written and digital content in fast-paced publishing environments. Proofreaders are natural perfectionists, and your personalities lean towards meticulous and thorough work. While you may enjoy some flexibility in the work hours, you are expected to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple projects at any given time, necessitating work on some nights and weekends.

Proofreader Duties and Responsibilities

You’ll Have The Following Duties

Proofreaders shoulder the initial editing burden by reviewing content across a variety of media and industries. Responsibilities depend on the client needs and sometimes may expand into producing copy and improving processes.

Proofread Written and Digital Work Product

You proofread materials for spelling, grammar, punctuation, syntax, usage, consistency, and brand voice. Proofreaders review and markup written work, such as marketing materials (brochures and flyers) and internal documents.

Crosscheck References and Data

You are tasked with ensuring the accuracy of content. You verify the accuracy of all referenced facts (e.g., dates, pages, values) and double-check cross-referenced materials (e.g., websites, and other referenced sources). You may also be required to maintain source and reference logs to support their work.

Review Output for Consistency

You will also review content with an eye towards campaign, product, or brand consistency. Accordingly, proofreaders are familiar with company-wide work to maintain consistency.

Collaborate with Team Members

Proofreaders, working as part of a larger team, attend team meetings, provide constructive editorial input, and communicate with team members to effectuate consistent, accurate, and high-quality work product.

Improve Editing Processes

Proofreaders are often asked to suggest process improvements. Through their daily exposure to copy and procedures, proofreaders can evaluate and recommend changes to create efficiencies.

Proofreader Skills And Qualifications

Proofreaders love the little details, and it shows in their work. The best proofreaders take pride in the quality of their product and are enthusiastic members of the editing team. Along with a bachelor’s degree, proofreaders bring the following skills to the editing table:

• Writing and editing – proofreaders that write well, edit well. So it should be no surprise that successful proofreaders are talented writers. And with good editing comes good proofreading. Proofreaders also are fluent in proofreading symbols, which remain relevant, notwithstanding Word’s ubiquitous track changes
• Computer proficiency – proofreaders work extensively on digital content and word processing software. As print media continues to decline, proofreaders will develop their computer skills to complete their job
• Detail oriented – a proofreader’s attention to detail is the centerpiece of his or her suite of editing qualities. Whether on paper or on screen, a proofreader needs to have a knack for catching the most trivial of errors, along with those most glaring
• Quick reader – with deadlines always around the corner, proofreaders read and edit quickly without sacrificing quality
• Resourcefulness – while crosschecking and verifying data, proofreaders track down the appropriate resources and address questions or issues in the copy that might require additional research. When faced with these hurdles, proofreaders know where to find answers to get the project to the finish line
• Multitasker – proofreaders are expected to manage and prioritize multiple projects at once. These priorities may change from day to day, so proofreaders are both flexible and persistent in their pursuit of the perfect copy
  

Proofreader Tools of the Trade

Word-processing and editing software (e.g., Word, Adobe Pro)

• Style manuals (e.g., AP Stylebook, Chicago Manual of Style)
  

Proofreader Education and Training

Proofreaders are expected to have a bachelor’s degree, preferably in English, journalism, communications, or a related field. Years of experience vary, but usually, a minimum of one-to-two years is required.

Employee Status : Full Time Employee

Shift : Day Job

Travel : No

Job Posting : Jul 10 2020

About Cognizant

Cognizant (Nasdaq-100: CTSH) is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant is ranked 193 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com or follow us @Cognizant.