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Global Channel Management, Inc.

Proof reader

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$16/hr

Qualifications Freelance Proofreader must handle pressure well and be able to work occasional ... Honors high school or college-level grammar and composition courses required; degree in English ...

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Editor, Publications

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The Editor coordinates independently with freelance designers, printers, and other vendors to ... Coordinate color proofing and other stages of book production with internal and external parties ...

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CredentialsTypically requires strong language skills, editing, and proofreading experience; certifications like editing or proofreading courses are commonRequires creative writing skills, marketing knowledge, and often a portfolio of written content; certifications in copywriting or marketing are beneficial
Work EnvironmentRemote, flexible; often working with publishers, authors, or businesses needing polished contentRemote or in-office; creating marketing materials, advertisements, website content for clients across industries
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by publishing houses, authors, academic institutions, and businesses needing error-free contentUsed by advertising agencies, marketing firms, and companies creating promotional content

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Proof reader

Tulsa, OK • On-site

Global Channel Management, Inc.
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 11 - 50 employees
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$16/hr

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Company Description

Global Channel Management is a technology company that specializes in various types of recruiting and staff augmentation.  Our account managers and recruiters have over a decade of experience in various verticals. GCM understands the challenges companies face when it comes to the skills and experience needed to fill the void of the day to day function.  Organizations need to reduce training and labor costs but at same requiring the best "talent " for the job. 


Qualifications

Freelance Proofreader must handle pressure well and be able to work occasional overtime when needed


Freelance Proofreader needs;

  • Attention to detail (crucial to this position)
  • Computer skill, proficient with Excel, Adobe Acrobat and other software programs
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Honors high school or college-level grammar and composition courses required; degree in English desired
  • Knowledge of AP Style writing format desired
  • Superior written communication skills, including punctuation, grammar and spelling. 
  • Detail-oriented with advanced comprehension skills
  • Proven time management skills
  • Must handle pressure well and be able to work occasional overtime when needed

Freelance Proofreader duties include:

  • Provides administrative assistance for M&E Technical Operations personnel, including but not limited to:
  • maintaining various databases
  • performing archival functions for airline revisions
  • generating activity reports
  • compiling data for the departmental self-audit program
  • compiling required documents for aircraft sale/lease returns
  • routing of technical data change requests to appropriate Technical Editor for authoring



Additional Information

$16/HR

9 months

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About Global Channel Management

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Global Channel Management is a technology company that specializes in various types of recruiting and staff augmentation. Global Channel Management understands the challenges companies face when it comes to the skills and experience needed to fill the void of the day to day function. Organizations need to reduce training and labor costs but at the same time requiring the best talent for the job. GCM's Ownership and Management teams have extensive Staffing, Recruiting, HR and Executive Leadership knowledge, Experience and Expertise. Our Understanding and Commitment to our Client's Satisfaction are key reasons GCM has been successful in establishing long term relationships.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Austell, GA, US

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