Senior Proofreader

Job Description

The Senior Proofreader is responsible for ensuring the absolute accuracy, consistency, and compliance of complex technical documents, datasets, and reports. This role goes beyond standard proofreading to include rigorous verification of numerical data, cross-referencing technical specifications, and ensuring alignment between visual data (charts/graphs) and source materials.

Key Responsibilities

• Data Integrity: Confirm that all proofs accurately represent underlying data, verifying that values in the text match source business rules.
• Brand & Style Compliance: Ensure all proofs remain consistent with established brand messaging and approved client specific templates. Review content for spelling, grammar, syntax, and/or punctuation.
• Visual Data Audit: Confirm that charts, infographics, and diagrams accurately represent the underlying data and are labeled correctly.
• Version Control: Manage document iterations to ensure that all requested edits have been integrated and no "legacy errors" persist.

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's Degree.
• 1 year professional experience.
• Minimum 3–5 years in technical editing, data validation, or a specialized QC role.
• Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail are mandatory.
• Basic understanding of brand guidelines/style rules and strong organizational skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Physical Demands

The role primarily involves sitting, with occasional standing, walking, twisting, or bending. Must be able to push/pull light loads (5–10 lbs).

Travel

Optional travel to R.R. Donnelley Corporate or other facilities may be required.

Additional Information

• The salary range for this role at the noted RRD location is $20.38 - $28.83 / hour.
• Starting pay decisions are determined based on multiple factors including but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, skills, experience, certifications, proficiency, performance, shift, location, and other business needs.
• Typically, roles follow step progressions to a target rate or set increments over time.
• Depending on the role, in addition to the hourly rate of pay, the total compensation package may also include overtime, shift differential, call-in, and/or stand-by pay.
• RRA’s benefit offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus parental leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance and employer/partner discounts.

All Employment Offers

All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of both a pre-employment background and drug screen.

About the Role

This position is located in the Chicagoland area and requires remote work with occasional visits to the office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree.
• 1 year professional experience.
• Minimum 3–5 years in technical editing, data validation, or a specialized QC role.
• Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail are mandatory.
• Basic understanding of brand guidelines/style rules and strong organizational skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word.
• Experience with data validation tools and software.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.