Position: Proofreader – Koimoi (Digital Entertainment Portal)
Based in: Mumbai
Reporting to: Co-Founder
About Koimoi:
koimoi.com is amongst the top Bollywood entertainment portals in India and a leading voice of Bollywood & Hollywood. The property is known for its in-depth, unbiased, and intense coverage of the Entertainment industry. We attract over 15 million visitors each month to the website, organically.
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Job Description
Role and Responsibilities
- Proofread and edit written content for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and clarity
- Attention to detail and an eye for spotting mistakes in both spelling and grammar
- Ensure that a zero-error copy is delivered
- Ensure consistency in style, tone, and language usage
- Verify factual accuracy and facilitate necessary changes
- Collaborate with writers, designers, and marketing team to improve content quality
- Perform thorough checks for typographical errors and formatting issues
- Suggest revisions and enhancements to improve overall content quality
- Be familiar with proofreading symbols which are standard and recognized under printing and publishing
- Adhere to project deadlines and prioritize tasks effectively. Deliver within timelines in a fast-paced environment.
- Stay updated with industry best practices and latest editing trends
Qualifications And Skills
- 2- 4 years of Experience as a Proofreader in media, entertainment, short form (blogs, articles), online content
- Able to deal with a large daily volume of 300-500 words of content.
- A graduate with expert-level written and spoken English and impeccable grammar.
- Excellent command of the English language
- Strong knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation rules
- Attention to detail and exceptional proofreading skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proficient in using editing tools and software (Grammarly)
- Familiarity with digital marketing and graphic design concepts is a plus
- Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Next Steps:
If the role of a Proofreader at Koimoi interests you, then we have a set of assignments for you. Please study them carefully and complete them, giving your best effort.
Assignment
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