ISCO Occupation Group 4413.1 Proofreader

Definition

Proofreader: Proofreaders examine facsimiles of the finished products such as books, newspaper and magazines. They correct grammatical, typographical and spelling errors in order to ensure the quality of the printed product.

Essential Skills

• Proofread Text
• Follow Work Schedule
• Master Language Rules
• Spelling
• Apply Grammar And Spelling Rules
• Copyright Legislation
• Use Dictionaries
• Grammar

Optional Skills

• Consult Information Sources
• Read Articles
• Apply Desktop Publishing Techniques
• Lay Out Digital Written Content
• Track Changes In Text Editing
• Consult With Editor
• Typography
• Read Books
• Proofing Methods
• Rewrite Articles

Alternative Names

• Proof Reader
• Proof Reading Clerk

Higher Level

• ISCO Unit Group 4413 Coding Proof Reading And Related Clerks