Region 4 Education Service Center
Editor/Proofreader
Region 4 Education Service Center - Houston, TX, United States
Work at Region 4 Education Service Center
Overview
- View job
Overview
Classification: Admin/Prof
Exemption Status/Test: Exempt
Job Grade: 2
Department: Communications
Reports To: Director
Job Goal:
Edit and proofread written publications to ensure consistency of organization image, clarity, accuracy, and relevance.
Qualifications:
Education
Certification/Licensure
Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field
Experience
Three years of experience in editing and proofreading publications, including textbooks, letters, catalogs, brochures, flyers, advertisements, websites, and other written materials.
Special Knowledge and Skills
Experience in educational setting
Major Responsibilities:
Supervision/Personnel Management
None
Physical Demands/Environmental Factors/ Mental Demands:
Frequent use of standard office equipment; prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; repetitive hand motions (keyboarding and use of mouse); occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 20 pounds); may work prolonged and irregular hours; occasional overnight travel; work with frequent interruptions in a fast-paced environment; maintain emotional control under pressure.
Exemption Status/Test: Exempt
Job Grade: 2
Department: Communications
Reports To: Director
Job Goal:
Edit and proofread written publications to ensure consistency of organization image, clarity, accuracy, and relevance.
Qualifications:
Education
Certification/Licensure
Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field
Experience
Three years of experience in editing and proofreading publications, including textbooks, letters, catalogs, brochures, flyers, advertisements, websites, and other written materials.
Special Knowledge and Skills
- Expert-level proficiency in recent versions of Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite, etc.
- Knowledge of copyright laws and regulations relating to print and web-based content
- Understanding of the editorial and publication guidelines of The Chicago Manual of Style
- Effective time management skills with the ability to manage multiple editing projects simultaneously
- Quick learner with the willingness and curiosity to learn new things
- Effective and diplomatic written and verbal communication skills
Experience in educational setting
Major Responsibilities:
- Edit/proofread publications, including textbooks, letters, catalogs, brochures, flyers, advertisements, websites, and other written materials for accuracy, clarity, and relevance.
- Collaborate with graphics design staff and project stakeholders to produce quality products and marketing materials.
- Educate center personnel on best practices for writing
- Effectively and diplomatically communicate edits and feedback to project stakeholders.
- Support Region 4 events as assigned.
- Provide technical assistance and services as specified by any applicable federal grant that funds this position.
Supervision/Personnel Management
None
Physical Demands/Environmental Factors/ Mental Demands:
Frequent use of standard office equipment; prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; repetitive hand motions (keyboarding and use of mouse); occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 20 pounds); may work prolonged and irregular hours; occasional overnight travel; work with frequent interruptions in a fast-paced environment; maintain emotional control under pressure.