Proofreader- 3884

Overview:

Global beauty brand is seeking a Proofreader responsible for reviewing various packaging,

and labels, digital proofs, artworks. In order to be successful this candidate must be detail-oriented, highly organized, and dependable.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

 Ensure communications are consistent and on-brand for Professional Hair, Beauty, Retail, and Travel Retail divisions

 Edit Word and PDF files; mark/annotate changes for artwork rounds; promptly file completed

projects. MUST be familiar with tracking and notation tools on Microsoft Word and Adobe Reader.

 Proofread and edit copy for primary and secondary packaging, i.e. description/romance, usage

directions, ingredients, UPCs, and other compliance elements for global approval

 Proofread materials according to INTL protocols, regulation and distributor information.

 Review translations based on source files. Occasionally route for stakeholder review and approval

 ERP data support, maintain department data on ERP system

Skills & Abilities:

 2 years of text editing experience with a brand in-house (beauty preferred, CPG acceptable) or

advertising agency; packaging experience crucial, editorial experience a plus

 English as a main language – Verbal & written. Additional languages – an advantage.

 Packaging experience– an advantage (primary and secondary packaging, supplier proofs,

promotional, Packaging, etc.)

 Ability to sharply proofread and edit English copy; knowledge of packaging best practices

 Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Note: Must be absolutely

comfortable and adept in Excel), Adobe Reader (annotation tools mandatory), and traditional

proofreading (symbols).

 Knowledge of ingredients (INCIs) and familiarity with compliance and packaging best practices –

an advantage. Note: This role requires extensive reading of ingredient lists.

Characteristics:

 Highly organized and detail-oriented; able to efficiently organize projects for easy reference

 Extremely focused while able to multitask and adapt to changing priority levels for ongoing projects

 Works well under pressure; good people skills.

 Open to being edited and working on multiple revisions in varying time frames

 Impeccable spelling and grammar; can communicate clearly and concisely (verbal and written)

 Can be relied upon to initiate, manage, and see a project through from start to finish with minimal direction while maintaining a positive, personable attitude