Our client is one of the largest printing organizations in sub-Saharan Africa based in Lagos Nigeria. They possess top-class equipment and facilities that cannot be rivalled on the continent. As a result of growth and expansion, the position of a Proofreader has become vacant.

JOB SUMMARY:
As a proofreader, the ideal candidate will carefully check printings or job design 'proofs' – documents and designs which show how the final pages of a written text will be laid out. He/she’ll ensure that material is clear and consistent, complete and credible, and that text is well written, grammatically correct and accessible. The candidate will also provide a final quality check to make sure that nothing has been missed.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION:
· Check written text after it has been edited, note down any observation before approving for printing or publishing.
· Ensure there are no errors such as letters/font designs in the wrong order.
· Ensure page numbers are in the right order.
· Make certain chapter titles match the list of contents.
· There are no confusing words, column or page breaks.
· Liaise regularly with clients by phone and email.
· Check that clients have provided all the required materials and paperwork.
· Resolve queries directly with the author, e.g. style and text inconsistencies.
· Ensure that illustrations are correctly captioned.
· Produce or work to a style checklist to ensure consistency in hyphenation, capitalisation, formatting of references, etc.
· Sub-edit text written by a number of authors to ensure consistent house style.
· Maintain awareness of new words or phrases coming into popular usage with a view to ensuring they're appropriate for the readership.
· Discusses and resolve any potentially libellous sections with the commissioning editor and author.
· Ensure that printings are prepared on budget and to schedule
· Illustrations have the right captions and relate to the text.
· Ensure the layout is logical and attractive.
· Highlight /mark any changes that need to be made and properly inform the client.
· Discuss any changes that could result in extra cost or a delay in printing to the client
· Read copies of jobs to make sure there are no spellings, grammatical or typographical errors (Every comma MUST be in place and every word is spelled correctly).
DESIRED SKILLS:
· A passion for the editing write ups.
· Eye and interest in graphics.
· Must have impeccable spelling, grammar and knowledge of style.
· Must have high level of concentration for long period.
· The ideal candidate will need to be accurate and pay close attention to detail.
· Ability to cope with repetitive task.
· Ability to understand and use editing and proofreading marks.
· Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
· Ability to use Microsoft Word for the creation, editing, and review of documents including formatting text and tables, embedding graphics, and using tracking modes.
· Ability to use Microsoft Excel for the creation and use of spreadsheets including sorting and filtering data, using basic formulas, and creating graphs when needed.
· Ability to use Microsoft PowerPoint for creating, editing, and viewing presentations including using slide templates, inserting graphics, and printing handouts.
· Reporting skills, deadline-oriented, time management.
· Firm understanding of the editorial process; general understanding of the production process, including ability to recognize layout problems.
· Must possess strong communication skills at all business levels, both internal and external.
· Effective presentation and good team spirit skills; (you will be working with authors, editors and typist).

  • Must possess tact and diplomacy for working with writers.


EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
· Degree in English, Mass Communication, Paper Science or other related field very preferable.
· Prefer a minimum of 3 – 5 years solid experience of proofreading/editing in a printing, journalism or publishing environment.
· Prior experience leading in editing and proofreading is desirable.

WORK DAYS:
Monday – Friday: 8 am – 6pm

Saturday: Half-day

APPLICATION:
Salary is between N80, 000 – N150, 000/ m (depending on experience)

ONLY QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WITH STATED YEARS OF PROOFREADING EXPERIENCE SHOULD PLEASE SEND THEIR CVsto ‘recruitment@stresertservices.com’ using ‘Proofreader’ as subject of mail.

Closing date is 14th August, 2014.