Proofreading work from home jobs

We seek highly qualified freelance proofreaders to work for us as independent contractors. These freelancers all work from their home office through the Internet, so location is not a factor. We expect all, though, to be professionals and top-notch in their fields. We know that freelancing is not easy. It often involves either no work or too much work, spending considerable time building a clientele, and waiting months for clients to pay. We can make being a freelancer easier: We help you fill gaps in your work for other clients and maintain a more reasonable work schedule. We pay within 30 days, unlike most clients. We provide you with detailed specifications and supplementary materials for each job. We are there to answer questions when a project presents problems. We provide a professional structure that should make your work more enjoyable and satisfying. Applicants must be completely equipped to handle work through the Internet, working in a quiet, professional home office. Apply by filling out our online independent contractor application. You will be asked to provide the following information: Your resume as a Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF file. Two professional references. Notations on areas of technical expertise. Style manuals used and titles of publications copyedited.

We regularly use freelance editors, copy editors, proofreaders, and fact-checkers. If you are an editor interested in working with us, submit your resume.

We regularly use freelance editors, copy editors, proofreaders, and fact-checkers. If you are an editor interested in working with us, submit your resume.

You might make a great Generalist if you: like knowing everything about absolutely everything, have an extremely broad background and/or education, can comprehend and learn new subjects quickly, love to search for answers, can quickly craft a short and compelling answer based on available information, enjoy helping people find answers to their questions and can utilize search engines and internet tools quickly and expertly. The Generalist is the original and basic guide role. Generalists enjoy the thrill of the unexpected, and possess the Internet search skills to make them seem like an expert even if they are not. Resourceful with a capital

We are currently accepting applications from qualified language professionals. It is the policy of our company to provide equal employment opportunities for qualified persons. An integral part of our policy is to assure that hiring, transfers, promotions, benefits, compensation, and training are all conducted without regard to age, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital status, or sexual orientation. We invite all qualified language professionals to fill out our online registration form. Please detail your qualifications and experience to be considered for ongoing and intermittent assignments.

To be considered for proofreading and copyediting work with us, all freelancers must take our standard tests and have email; proofreaders must be able to print out a booklength set of page proofs on their printers. NOTE: Because of payment issues, we are unable to work with freelancers outside the United States and Canada. Please download and complete our proofreading test (manuscript & pageproofs) using The Chicago Manual of Style (15th ed.) and Merriam Websters Collegiate Dictionary (11th ed.) as your references. For the test, please proofread the section of page proofs against the corresponding section of the copyedited manuscript for dropped text, formatting, etc. Continue with a cold proofread on the page proofs checking for spelling, consistency, and sense. Please mark changes clearly in the margins using standard proofreading marks and identify printer

We are always looking for talented people. Full-time and part-time transcription and proofreading positions are available on a freelance contractual basis from your home. During life changes, we will work with you to provide the flexibility you need. We are loyal to our staff and our staff is loyal to us. To be considered, we would like to see: A typing speed of 75 wpm. Excellent grammar and language skills. Experience in transcription and word processing. A minimum of 2 years experience.

Several of our law firm clients are looking for LEGAL proofreaders for short term temporary proofing assignments. Our clients are looking for proofreaders to work first, second, third and weekend shifts. We are offer very competitive hourly rate for all shifts. Several of our law firm clients are looking for LEGAL proofreaders for short term temporary proofing assignments

Reading printed pages in order to identify spelling errors, duplications, discrepancies, etc. Must have strong analytical skills, strong decision making skills, previous experience with proof reading. Experience Required: Excellent reading and comprehension skills required. Punctual individual who is very dependable on a daily basis. Previous proofreading skills strongly desired.

Research company seeks Fact Checkers who will work on a temporary part-time basis with potential for permanent positions. Applicants must have a meticulous eye for detail and a level of comfort doing a large portion of work over the phone. Additional necessary skills include computer experience, attention to detail and the ability to communicate clearly, work quickly and complete work by deadline. Multilingual speakers are encouraged to apply. College students and recent graduates welcome. Hours vary by position (20-25 hours). Applicants must have a meticulous eye for detail and a level of comfort doing a large portion of work over the phone. Additional necessary skills include computer experience, attention to detail and the ability to communicate clearly, work quickly and complete work by deadline. Multilingual speakers are encouraged to apply.

Seeking experience freelance proofreaders. Please include a resume and two references. We will contact you with more information. Proofreaders will receive a proofreading test. All freelancers are paid a per-page rate and not an hourly rate.

Need freelance proofreaders. Applicants must have at least three years of professional experience and be equipped to handle work through the Internet.

Employer seeks applicants with OUTSTANDING English proofreading and copyediting skills from a wide range of academic backgrounds, including but not limited to the natural sciences, social sciences, health sciences, humanities, engineering, and computer sciences. Projects can vary from 10-page research papers to thousand-page book manuscripts. We are interested in developing long-term relationships with our editors. Even if you are currently busy with other jobs, we encourage you to complete our short editing test if you think you might become available for future projects. Editors are paid per assignment and work from their own computers, with assignments delivered and returned by e-mail. We offer a competitive compensation ($3-$12 per 250-word page) and flexible work schedules. CANDIDATES MUST DISPLAY EXPERTISE IN THE FINER POINTS OF GRAMMAR

Freelance copyeditors and/or proofreaders are needed to work from home for the second-fastest-growing independent book publisher in the U.S. Required Skills/Knowledge: Meticulous attention to detail and highly organized. Ability to meet strict deadlines and work independently. Strong writing, copyediting, and proofreading skills. Commitment to quality, accuracy, and professionalism. Knowledge of the Chicago Manual of Style, standard proofreading marks, and Track Changes in MS Word. Knowledge of the electronic proofreading process in Adobe Acrobat is a plus. Experience Needed: Proven track record of successful copyediting and proofreading (classes are a plus). Previous publishing experience in editorial, managing editorial, and/or production. Professional experience in any of our categories is a plus (business, sports, and outdoor living, in particular). Educational Background Required: Bachelors Degree.