Proofreader, Kaipānui whakatika
Also known as
- Editor, copy editor
Proofreaders read text to find, mark and correct errors in spelling, grammar or composition.
Your pay could be
$50K
Lower
$52K to $84K
Most common
$123K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
No specific training
Proofreaders
- usually work irregular hours and may work part time
- usually work in offices
- need to be methodical, accurate and work well under pressure
Tasks
- proofread documents, records, or other files to ensure accuracy
- verify accuracy of financial or transactional data
- coordinate operational activities
- search files, databases or reference materials to obtain needed information
- collaborate with others to determine production details
- search information sources to find specific data
- file documents or records
- report news to the public
Organised
Creative
Social
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou usually need experience to become a proofreader and training may be useful.
You may need
- to complete a training course in proofreading
- experience in similar work
If you’re in school
You usually don’t need specific NCEA levels for this job.
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