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Proofreader & QC Specialist - Pre Press Industry
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Remote / WFH
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Job Description
Location: Gurugram, India
• Experience: Minimum 3–5 years in proofreading, quality control, or related roles in publishing or pre-press
JOB SUMMARY
We are looking for a detail-oriented and highly focused Proofreader & QC Specialist from Pre Press Industry to join our pre-press and publishing team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring our publications meet the highest standards of accuracy, consistency, and presentation. This role involves meticulous scrutiny of content across a range of formats including books, reports, magazines, and educational materials before they go to print or digital publication.
Key Responsibilities
Quality Assurance
• Conduct thorough quality checks to ensure that the final layout matches the original source documents and content.
• Verify spelling, grammar, punctuation, style consistency, page numbering, headers/footers, captions, illustrations, and design elements.
• Use industry-standard proofreading symbols and digital tools to mark corrections clearly and professionally.
• Ensure adherence to house style, client guidelines, and publishing standards.
Detail Verification
• Check visual elements such as tables, graphs, photographs, and illustrations for accurate captioning and contextual consistency.
• Identify typographical, formatting, and layout issues that may affect readability or print production quality.
• Ensure the integrity of mathematical, scientific, or technical data (where applicable) during quality control checks.
Process & Communication
• Work closely with typesetters, designers, editors, and project managers to resolve errors and maintain version control.
• Maintain clear documentation of errors and corrections for team awareness and process improvements.
• Communicate effectively to ensure quality-related issues are addressed in a timely and professional manner.
Technical Skills & Industry Awareness
• Use proofreading and markup tools (digital and manual) proficiently.
• Familiarity with editorial markup conventions and the ability to work on both digital and printed proofs.
• Remain informed about best practices in publishing, proofreading, and editorial quality standards.
Required Skills & Attributes
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong command of English language (grammar, spelling, and style)
• High level of concentration and focus
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with proofreading symbols and quality control methods
• Comfortable using computers and publishing software
Preferred Qualifications
• Degree or diploma in English, Journalism, Publishing, Mass Communication, or related field
• 3–5 years of professional experience in proofreading, editorial quality control, or pre-press publishing
• Prior experience in academic, educational, or business publishing environments is advantageous
Optional Technical Knowledge
• Familiarity with Adobe Acrobat (for on-screen markup)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word (track changes, styles)
• Exposure to InDesign, XML, PowerPoint or other typesetting and layout software (preferred but not mandatory)
• Experience with proofreading in multilingual and multi-format projects (regional or international languages)
Role Expectations
• Ensure error-free content is delivered to the final production stage
• Meet daily and weekly quality control targets as set by the team lead or project manager
• Contribute to maintaining and improving editorial and design quality standards
• Support cross-functional teams in achieving overall project accuracy and delivery goals
• Experience: Minimum 3–5 years in proofreading, quality control, or related roles in publishing or pre-press
JOB SUMMARY
We are looking for a detail-oriented and highly focused Proofreader & QC Specialist from Pre Press Industry to join our pre-press and publishing team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring our publications meet the highest standards of accuracy, consistency, and presentation. This role involves meticulous scrutiny of content across a range of formats including books, reports, magazines, and educational materials before they go to print or digital publication.
Key Responsibilities
Quality Assurance
• Conduct thorough quality checks to ensure that the final layout matches the original source documents and content.
• Verify spelling, grammar, punctuation, style consistency, page numbering, headers/footers, captions, illustrations, and design elements.
• Use industry-standard proofreading symbols and digital tools to mark corrections clearly and professionally.
• Ensure adherence to house style, client guidelines, and publishing standards.
Detail Verification
• Check visual elements such as tables, graphs, photographs, and illustrations for accurate captioning and contextual consistency.
• Identify typographical, formatting, and layout issues that may affect readability or print production quality.
• Ensure the integrity of mathematical, scientific, or technical data (where applicable) during quality control checks.
Process & Communication
• Work closely with typesetters, designers, editors, and project managers to resolve errors and maintain version control.
• Maintain clear documentation of errors and corrections for team awareness and process improvements.
• Communicate effectively to ensure quality-related issues are addressed in a timely and professional manner.
Technical Skills & Industry Awareness
• Use proofreading and markup tools (digital and manual) proficiently.
• Familiarity with editorial markup conventions and the ability to work on both digital and printed proofs.
• Remain informed about best practices in publishing, proofreading, and editorial quality standards.
Required Skills & Attributes
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong command of English language (grammar, spelling, and style)
• High level of concentration and focus
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with proofreading symbols and quality control methods
• Comfortable using computers and publishing software
Preferred Qualifications
• Degree or diploma in English, Journalism, Publishing, Mass Communication, or related field
• 3–5 years of professional experience in proofreading, editorial quality control, or pre-press publishing
• Prior experience in academic, educational, or business publishing environments is advantageous
Optional Technical Knowledge
• Familiarity with Adobe Acrobat (for on-screen markup)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word (track changes, styles)
• Exposure to InDesign, XML, PowerPoint or other typesetting and layout software (preferred but not mandatory)
• Experience with proofreading in multilingual and multi-format projects (regional or international languages)
Role Expectations
• Ensure error-free content is delivered to the final production stage
• Meet daily and weekly quality control targets as set by the team lead or project manager
• Contribute to maintaining and improving editorial and design quality standards
• Support cross-functional teams in achieving overall project accuracy and delivery goals
