Proofreader (Hybrid - 1st and 2nd Shift Available)
RR Donnelley is a global business support services company with over 200 years of experience delivering business solutions. The Proofreader role involves proofreading complex legal documents for consistency and accuracy while adhering to various style guides and ensuring clarity and completeness of the content.
Responsibilities
- Proofread complex legal documents to ensure consistency, spelling, dictation, syntax, punctuation, and grammar using the appropriate style (firm style, The Chicago Manual of Style, The Bluebook, and California Style Manual)
- Compare documents word for word against originals to ensure an accurate conversion
- Review cross-references, and defined terms for accuracy and review Table of Authorities for accuracy and style
- Check handwritten revisions/electronic red lines against working draft to ensure all corrections are made accurately
- Conduct separate checks for the format, text accuracy, and statistical data
- Ensure that the content of the document is accurate, clear, and complete and that the material is organized logically
- Use established proofreading marks to note corrections
- Follow established policies and procedures at all times
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Skills
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including expert-level knowledge of the English language, grammar, spelling, and punctuation
- Proven ability to work through complex legal document markups and instructions in a timely manner to meet strict deadlines
- Ability to prioritize various requests and deadlines simultaneously
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Ability to interact with clients and team members in a professional and respectful manner at all times
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet pressing deadlines
- Bachelor's degree in English/Journalism or 1 years of legal experience
- Knowledge of various style guides (The Chicago Manual of Style, AP Style, The Blue Book, and California Style Manual)
- Intermediate knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite and other core applications
- Familiarity with legal terminology and a variety of citation and brief formats used in legal work
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