441302 - Proofreader

Edits and checks texts to ensure their purpose, grammar and style consistency. Proofreaders can work in the print or electronic media, translation agencies, advertising agencies, publishing houses and other organizations related to writing, editing and publishing.

Main activities

* notice and corrects grammar, punctuation, accentuation, word order and other text errors;
* pay attention to the fluency, clarity, purpose and accuracy of the text to ensure that the text is clear, readable and meets requirements;
* edit and formats texts to meet requirements related to style, errors, text volume, formatting and other requirements;
* check whether terms and style meet the requirements related to a specific field or topic;
* check texts to meet requirements related to style, errors, text volume, formatting and other requirements to ensure that the texts are of high quality.

Characteristic competences

* neatness and organization;
* good communication and interpersonal skills;
* perform language analysis and editing;
* write and understand texts;
* know text editing tools and know how to use them.