Job Description

Production - PrintPondicherry
Posted On
25 Sep 2025
End Date
09 Oct 2025
Required Experience
NA



Organisational
Country


India


State


Pondicherry


Location


Pondicherry


Unit.


Unit I




Skills
Skill


EDITORIAL PROOFREADING


PROOFREADING


COPY EDITING


Minimum Qualification


ANY GRADUATE


CERTIFICATION


No data available


Working Language


No data available

Key Responsibilities

Review and proofread first-pass page proofs for grammar, punctuation, spelling, and typographic consistency. Compare typeset proofs against the copyedited manuscript to ensure all changes were implemented correctly. Identify and correct issues in: + Page layout and formatting
+ Captions, headings, and cross-references
+ Numbering of figures, tables, footnotes, and endnotes
+ Table of contents accuracy
Flag typesetting and design inconsistencies, such as incorrect fonts, spacing, margins, or alignment. Ensure adherence to house style, author corrections, and publisher guidelines. Mark up proofs using standard proofreading symbols (digital or print, depending on workflow). Communicate clearly with the production/editorial team regarding queries, complex corrections, or unresolved editorial issues. Perform basic fact-checking and consistency checks for names, dates, references, and citations where required. Maintain version control and documentation of all changes for tracking and transparency.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in English, Publishing, Communications, or a related field. Proven experience (2-5 years) in proofreading, ideally in academic, educational, or professional publishing. Strong command of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Familiarity with style manuals (e.g., Chicago, APA, MLA) and house style guides. Excellent attention to detail and ability to concentrate for extended periods. Proficiency with proofreading tools and markup (PDF annotations, Adobe Acrobat, or other platforms). Ability to work independently, manage tight deadlines, and handle multiple projects simultaneously. Familiarity with publishing workflows and post-copyediting processes.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience proofreading STM, HSS, or trade publications. Understanding of XML or digital publishing processes. * Experience in a remote, collaborative editorial environment.