Proofreaders and Copy Markers
Human Advantage 59%
Moderate human-AI collaboration
AI Automation Risk Moderate Risk
5.1 / 10
Some tasks in this role may be augmented by AI, but human oversight and interpersonal skills remain important.
Read transcript or proof type setup to detect and mark for correction any grammatical, typographical, or compositional errors. Excludes workers whose primary duty is editing copy. Includes proofreaders of braille.
Also Known As: Braille Proofreader, Checker, Clerical Proofreader, Content Coordinator, Copy Coordinator, Copy Editor, Copy Holder, Copy Preparer +16 more
Core Tasks
- Mark copy to indicate and correct errors in type, arrangement, grammar, punctuation, or spelling, using standard printers' marks.
- Read corrected copies or proofs to ensure that all corrections have been made.
- Correct or record omissions, errors, or inconsistencies found.
- Compare information or figures on one record against same data on other records, or with original copy, to detect errors.
- Route proofs with marked corrections to authors, editors, typists, or typesetters for correction or reprinting.
- Consult reference books or secure aid of readers to check references with rules of grammar and composition.
- Consult with authors and editors regarding manuscript changes and suggestions.
- Archive documents, conduct research, and read copy, using the internet and various computer programs.
- Write original content, such as headlines, cutlines, captions, and cover copy.
Supplemental Tasks (2)
- Typeset and measure dimensions, spacing, and positioning of page elements, such as copy and illustrations, to verify conformance to specifications, using printer's ruler or layout software.
- Read proof sheets aloud, calling out punctuation marks and spelling unusual words and proper names.
Emerging Tasks
New and evolving responsibilities for this role:
- Check the facts of stories using the internet.
- Design page layouts using text, photographs, graphics, and other elements.
Education & Training
Job Zone 4 Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed
Education: Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
Experience: A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.
On-the-Job Training: Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.
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Where This Career Leads
Career progression organized by specialty track and experience level.
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Zone 3
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Zone 4
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