Proofreader

Job Description

Job Description

Title : Proofreader

Location : Deerfield, IL. HYBRID. This will be a hybrid once they are trained, 3 days a week in the office. For training, they will need to be in the office.

Duration : 6 months with the possibility of extension / conversion

Spotlight Call Notes :

• Takes redline and creates a new version using InDesign, sometimes Illustrator and Acrobat
• Role is very text-heavy and requires very little to no creative design
• Designer and proofreader combination
• Use GlobalVision software for proofreading

Schedule

• Onsite Tuesdays
• CW chooses the other day
• Could go hybrid after 3 4 weeks of training
• Open to candidates without a degree currently, with certificates or currently in school
• Medical labeling experience would be great, but not a requirement
• Magazines, text heavy industries would be a good industry to consider

Interview Process

Virtual call with HM and one other designer

Position Notes :

• Proofreading experience is important
• Desktop Publisher would be great background title and have "keen eye for detail"
• No logo design experience

Summary

The Graphic Designer / Control Specialist role will help us create labels and perform proofreading / verification tasks on product labelling.

Ensuring input documents match output documents.

• Collaborate with the team to resolve differences identified during the process.
• Execute data and document management entries, configuration, and document processing in the electronic document management system.
• Assist project leaders with various tasks to support the development, design, and implementation of product labelling. Manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced deadline driven environment with minimal supervision

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Design from concept and create / execute designs, layouts and illustrations and publish artwork.
• Ensure that labeling has been created / revised according to the requirements provided.
• Ensure all typesetting of packaging components (including the text, graphics, chemical structures, bar codes etc.) are as per guidelines and standard.
• Work with team to finalize artwork and proceed with submissions for agency approval.
• Ability to maintain clear traceability with multiple revisions.
• Proficient knowledge of Adobe software’s like Acrobat, Photoshop, InDesign & Illustrator.
• Proofread product labelling to ensure conformance to all inputs (e.g., redlines) utilizing manual techniques and electronic comparator software (e.g., Global Vision).
• Verify labelling artwork meets specification requirements (e.g., dimensions, tolerances, bar code type, placement, readability, etc.).
• Perform product data and document management entry, configuration, and processing in electronic document management system.
• Meet labelling project timelines and commitments.

Qualifications

• Experience of performing design control and document proofreading in accordance with ISO standards.
• Proficient in using software like MS Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, Photoshop, InDesign & Illustrator.
• Ability to use electronic comparator software and manual proofreading techniques.
• Be meticulous and attentive to detail.
• Experience in quality control is considered an asset.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Education and / or Experience

Advanced Diploma or Degree in Art & Design; Graphical Design; ICT; IT; or in an equivalent topic OR 3 to 5 years work experience working in similar role.

Completed artwork design certification program at technical school or satisfactory completion of proficiency examination.