Remote Proofreader

About the Opportunity

Are you passionate about precision and language? We're seeking a meticulous Remote Proofreader who can ensure written materials meet the highest standards of clarity, grammar, and consistency. As part of a dynamic, tech-forward content production team, you will contribute directly to enhancing digital content experiences across various platforms. With an annual salary of $84,000, this role offers a rewarding blend of autonomy and collaboration—all from the comfort of your home.

Key Responsibilities

• Review digital documents, articles, marketing assets, and reports for grammatical, typographical, and formatting errors.
• Verify style guide compliance and editorial consistency across all content formats.
• Work with AI-powered proofreading platforms and advanced grammar checkers to refine content accuracy.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including UX writers, editors, content strategists, and localization experts.
• Maintain detailed version control using content management systems (CMS) and digital collaboration tools.
• Provide feedback to authors and editors, identifying potential improvements in structure, tone, and readability.
• Manage tight turnaround times without compromising quality.

Work Environment & Culture

As a remote-first company, we cultivate an environment founded on trust, performance, and innovation. Your digital workspace will be as fast-paced as it is flexible, tailored to support deep focus, seamless communication, and tech-enabled workflows. Expect ongoing collaboration through tools such as Slack, Notion, and Zoom, as well as asynchronous communication, to promote a healthy work-life balance.

Team members enjoy a culture of transparent feedback, quarterly performance retrospectives, and a knowledge-sharing ecosystem fueled by documentation and team-wide retrospectives. You’ll be part of a team that values clarity, autonomy, and quality above all else.

Tools & Technology

You’ll use a suite of modern tools, including:

• Grammarly Business & ProWritingAid: AI-driven language enhancement
• Hemingway Editor: Style optimization for web-based readability
• Google Workspace & Notion: Documentation and project management
• Figma (for visual content alignment with copy)
• Trello & Monday.com: Workflow tracking and review cycle management
• ChatGPT & LanguageTool: Initial quality assurance pass-throughs

Staying current with language technologies and AI editing innovations will be essential for success.

Required Skills & Experience

Core Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Linguistics, Communications, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience proofreading digital content, ideally for tech-focused or publishing organizations
• Advanced knowledge of grammar, syntax, spelling, and punctuation in American English
• Familiarity with AP, Chicago, and in-house style guides
• Strong command of digital editing software and proofreading tools
• Demonstrated self-sufficiency in virtual work settings and proficiency in juggling several assignments across distributed teams

Preferred Skills

• Experience in proofreading technical documentation or marketing collateral
• Comfortable with editing content for multilingual audiences
• Knowledge of SEO best practices, especially in editorial formatting
• Exposure to localization workflows and terminology databases

Performance Metrics

We value outcomes over hours. Your success will be measured by:

• Content Accuracy Rate: 98 %+ error-free delivery
• On-Time Submission: Meeting deadlines across short and long-form assignments
• Collaborative Feedback Scores: Quality of communication with team members
• Tool Utilization Efficiency: Smart use of AI tools without over-dependence

Career Growth & Learning

Joining our team means continuous growth. You’ll have access to:

• Annual learning stipends for editing masterclasses, grammar bootcamps, and industry certifications
• Weekly content sprints to sharpen real-world editing agility
• Access to AI-powered editorial labs where you can experiment with emerging proofing tech

Many of our proofreaders evolve into lead editorial positions, training specialists, or UX content editors over time.

Inclusion & Accessibility

We believe precision is for everyone. Our workflows and tools are designed to be accessible, with custom work accommodations available to meet the individual needs of our users. From voice-enabled editing to dyslexia-friendly proofing interfaces, we’re committed to inclusive excellence.

What Sets This Role Apart

• 100% remote with flexible hours
• Cutting-edge proofreading software and automation support
• Transparent and data-informed editing decisions
• Content that spans industries: SaaS, fintech, healthcare, and education
• Opportunity to prove next-gen content such as chatbots, VR-based scripts, and e-learning modules

Ready to Join Us?

If your eyes naturally scan for typos and your brain instantly reorganizes messy text, this is your calling. Elevate your proofreading career while helping teams communicate clearly and confidently.

Apply now to turn your attention to detail into global impact.