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Summary Description


	Read transcript or proof type setup to detect and mark for correction any grammatical, typographical, or compositional errors. Includes proofreaders of Braille.

Sample Job Titles

1.	Assistant Editor

2.	Braille Proofreader

3.	Checker

4.	Clerical Proofreader

5.	Content Coordinator

6.	Content Editor

7.	Copy Coordinator

8.	Copy Editor

9.	Copy Holder

10.	Copy Preparer

11.	Copy Reader

12.	Copyholder

13.	Copyman

14.	Copywriter

15.	Data Examination Clerk

16.	Data Reviewer

17.	Desk Editor

18.	Digital Content Coordinator

19.	Editor

20.	Editorial Assistant

21.	Format Proofreader

22.	News Copy Editor

23.	Online Content Coordinator

24.	Page Designer

25.	Production Assistant

26.	Production Proofreader

27.	Proofer

28.	Proofreader

29.	Typesetter

Job Tasks

	Correct or record omissions, errors, or inconsistencies found. Proofread documents, records, or other files to ensure accuracy.

	Mark copy to indicate and correct errors in type, arrangement, grammar, punctuation, or spelling, using standard printers' marks. Proofread documents, records, or other files to ensure accuracy.

	Read corrected copies or proofs to ensure that all corrections have been made. Proofread documents, records, or other files to ensure accuracy.

	Compare information or figures on one record against same data on other records, or with original copy, to detect errors. Verify accuracy of financial or transactional data.

	Consult reference books or secure aid of readers to check references with rules of grammar and composition. Search files, databases or reference materials to obtain needed information.

	Route proofs with marked corrections to authors, editors, typists, or typesetters for correction or reprinting. Coordinate operational activities.

	Measure dimensions, spacing, and positioning of page elements (copy and illustrations) in order to verify conformance to specifications, using printer's ruler. Proofread documents, records, or other files to ensure accuracy.

	Read proof sheets aloud, calling out punctuation marks and spelling unusual words and proper names. Proofread documents, records, or other files to ensure accuracy.

Work Activities

Importance	Work Activity

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

Selling or Influencing Others — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.

Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.

Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.

Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.

Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.

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