other Toronto
Job description
If you’ve got what we are looking for and like the sound of how we work, then we want to see your resumé and cover letter (really important to us!). We appreciate all interest but cannot respond to all applicants. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, The Works Design Communications will provide a reasonable accommodation to employees and prospective employees to the point of undue hardship upon request and as required in respect of the individual’s particular restrictions and limitations. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please advise us in your application.
As a proofreader at Works Design, you are a point person for quality control, proofreading and copy editing of content in all stages of development. You will interact with multiple teams on materials in creative development and production to ensure the quality of agency work such as corporate reports, presentation decks and websites, including content for print, digital and social media.
WHAT ARE YOUR KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES?
- Catching errors that would damage our reputation with our clients and/or cost us money to fix
- Following the Works Design’s standards and process, as well as clients’ specifications
DO YOU NEED SPECIAL EDUCATION OR EXPERIENCE?
- Training in copy editing from a college or university; undergraduate degree in English or related subject is preferred
- Minimum two years of experience
- Experience proofreading financial reports is preferred
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO KNOW?
- Knowledge of proofreading/copy-editing marks and conventions
- Familiarity with terminology of design and layout
- Ability to read for both copy content and design specs
- Experience proofreading using Adobe Acrobat Professional and Microsoft Word; experience proofreading on hard copy is helpful
- Acquaintance with different style guides; in-depth knowledge of Canadian Press style
WHAT QUALITIES DO YOU NEED TO DO THIS JOB WELL?
- Fastidious attention to detail
- Patience and grace under pressure
- Ability to work on one document multiple times, sometimes for long hours
- Keen awareness of numbers and ability to “read” numbers as well as letters
- An eye for consistency across multiple documents and media
WHAT WILL BE YOUR CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES?
- Proofread client materials as assigned
- Proofread studio materials such as proposals and presentations
- Check for errors/problems in layout
- Check printer’s proofs
- Maintain digital timesheet
- Communicate queries to project managers
WHO DO YOU REPORT TO?
Chief Creative Officer
ARE THERE ADDITIONAL EXPECTATIONS?
Our workload fluctuates throughout the year, and sometimes we are very busy. Proofreaders must be available during relevant stages of all jobs. Some overtime and late nights are to be expected. Our current working environment is considered “flexible,” which means you may work from home or the office, depending on your preference.
About The Works Design Communications
CEO: Adriana Spensieri, Ellie Rosen, Nelson Silva and Wesley Gee
Revenue: $1 to $5 million (USD)
Size: 1 to 50 Employees
Type: Company - Private
Website: www.worksdesign.com
Year Founded: 1986
