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McKinney

Medical Editorial Supervisor

Durham, NC · On-site

$90K - $115K/yr

Lead or delegate onboarding for full-time and freelance editors to ensure consistency and rapid ... proofing tools. * Positive, collaborative communicator with the ability to influence teams across ...

McKinney

Medical Editorial Supervisor

New York, NY · On-site

$90K - $115K/yr

Lead or delegate onboarding for full-time and freelance editors to ensure consistency and rapid ... proofing tools. * Positive, collaborative communicator with the ability to influence teams across ...

Barry University

Graphic Designer

Miami Shores, FL

Assists with providing accurate time and cost estimates for printing, proofing, and delivery ... and freelancers. Must be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet specified ...

Barry University

Graphic Designer

Miami Shores, FL

Assists with providing accurate time and cost estimates for printing, proofing, and delivery ... and freelancers. Must be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet specified ...

Barry University

Graphic Designer

Miami Shores, FL · On-site

Assists with providing accurate time and cost estimates for printing, proofing, and delivery ... and freelancers. Must be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet specified ...

Macmillan Learning

Sr Designer, MCPG

Austin, TX · On-site +1

$70K - $85K/yr

Work with freelancers, illustrators, photographers, and agents * Route material for approval, maintain schedules, prepare files for output and manage proofing process * Work with other teams ...

Macmillan

Sr Designer, MCPG

$70K - $85K/yr

Work with freelancers, illustrators, photographers, and agents * Route material for approval, maintain schedules, prepare files for output and manage proofing process * Work with other teams ...

Solomon Page

Assistant Merchandiser

Glendale, CA · On-site

$26 - $30/hr

Proof site assets, product pages and URLs, providing proofing comments to copy & photography ... freelancers - which sets us apart in the industries we serve. About Solomon Page Founded in 1990 ...

Hachette Book Group

Studio Manager, Workman

New York, NY · On-site

$62K - $65K/yr

Assisting with in-house color Epson proofing (especially with the Calendar team) - sending files to Epson and prepping Epson proofs for review. * Coordinating with freelance designers to route covers ...

Hachette Book Group

Studio Manager, Workman

New York, NY

$62K - $65K/yr

Assisting with in-house color Epson proofing (especially with the Calendar team) - sending files to Epson and prepping Epson proofs for review. * Coordinating with freelance designers to route covers ...

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How much do freelance proofreader jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance proofreader in the United States is $27.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.43 and $33.65 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Do Freelance Proofreaders Do?

Freelance proofreaders review and find mistakes and awkward wording in printed or digital materials. Unlike proofreaders who are on staff at a publication or company, freelance proofreaders are hired on a temporary or contract basis. Freelance proofreaders are often employed by newspapers and book publishers to correct initial versions of writings before they printed final copies. Now with digital formats, many proofreaders are hired to read online reviews, blogs, social media updates, and news sites. Large blogs, news sites, and other online forums utilize proofreaders to correct errors and find inconsistencies in writing or content. Some organizations may have freelance proofreaders double as a copy editor, correcting grammar and spelling mistakes as they work and offering suggestions to improve the copy. Freelance proofreaders not only read the text, but they also make sure the layout of the page is readable, and that page elements do not hinder or cover any text.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Freelance Proofreader, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Freelance Proofreader, you need excellent command of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and style, often supported by a degree in English or a related field. Familiarity with editing tools such as Microsoft Word's Track Changes, Adobe Acrobat, and style guides like APA or Chicago Manual of Style is typically required. Strong attention to detail, time management, and effective communication with clients are essential soft skills. These abilities ensure accuracy, maintain consistency, and foster reliable client relationships in a competitive freelance market.

What are some common challenges freelance proofreaders face when working with multiple clients?

Freelance proofreaders often juggle projects from different clients at once, which can present challenges such as managing varying style guides, meeting overlapping deadlines, and adapting to distinct communication preferences. Staying organized and setting clear expectations with clients is crucial to avoid misunderstandings and ensure timely delivery. Additionally, freelancers must remain proactive in seeking feedback and maintaining consistent quality across all assignments to build strong client relationships and secure repeat work.

What are freelance proofreaders?

Freelance proofreaders are independent professionals who review written content for errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation, and formatting before it is published or shared. They work on a contract basis for various clients, such as authors, businesses, publishers, or students, and may handle a range of documents including articles, manuscripts, websites, and marketing materials. Unlike full-time employees, freelance proofreaders manage their own schedules, source their own clients, and often work remotely. Their main goal is to ensure that the final content is clear, accurate, and professionally presented.

What is the difference between Freelance Proofreader vs Freelance Copyeditor?

AspectFreelance ProofreaderFreelance Copyeditor
CredentialsTypically requires strong language skills, proofreading certifications (optional)Requires editing skills, possibly editing certifications or experience
Work EnvironmentRemote, freelance basis, client projectsRemote, freelance basis, client projects
Industry UsageCommon in publishing, academic, corporate sectorsCommon in publishing, marketing, corporate communications
Search & ComparisonOften compared for editing and proofreading rolesRelated but involves more substantive editing

Freelance proofreaders focus on correcting grammar, spelling, and punctuation, ensuring text accuracy. Freelance copyeditors go further by improving clarity, style, and overall flow. While both roles require strong language skills, copyeditors often handle more complex editing tasks. Understanding these differences helps clients find the right professional for their editing needs.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Proofreader job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% Internship, 2% As Needed, 49% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 37% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 56% Physical, 22% Hybrid, and 22% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,520 per year, or $27.7 per hour.
Part-Time Listings Operations Coordinator

Part-Time Listings Operations Coordinator

Gulfshore Life

Bonita Springs, FL • On-site

Part-time

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Listings Operations Coordinator
Gulfshore Life seeks a Part-Time Listings Operations Coordinator to join the team as we continue to elevate and evolve our brand.
Who We Are: Established in 1970, Gulfshore Life is a luxury lifestyle publication that covers the people, places and culture of Southwest Florida (Collier, Lee and Charlotte counties). We produce 12 issues a year, in addition to several special edition publications.
What We’re Looking For:  
We are looking for someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented and proficient in multitasking. This role oversees the production systems behind recurring editorial lists, annual guides and franchise packages. The position is equal parts operations manager, researcher, proofreader and data coordinator—ensuring listings remain accurate, organized and on schedule year after year. This person will work internally with editorial, art, production, advertising and marketing teams, as well as communicating with nonprofits, arts organizations and outside contributors.
The ideal candidate has strong familiarity with Southwest Florida—from Marco Island to Punta Gorda—and understands the regional landscape well enough to identify gaps, inconsistencies or geographic imbalance in coverage. They should be comfortable managing large amounts of information across email submissions, spreadsheets, PDFs and InDesign proofs while independently keeping projects on schedule in a deadline-driven environment.
What You’ll Do:  
  • Manage recurring listings, guides and franchise production workflows from outreach through final print prep
  • Coordinate submissions, organization outreach, deadlines and master tracking systems across multiple annual publications
  • Fact-check, clean, organize, and standardize large sets of listings and event data for print production
  • Prepare and proof production-ready files in collaboration with editorial, art, web and freelance teams
  • Maintain year-over-year continuity by preserving contacts, templates, formatting systems, and operational workflows
  • Monitor workload timelines, production bottlenecks and process improvements to help shape the long-term structure of the role
This is a part-time role.   
If this sounds like you, please attach a resume.
Gulfshore Life is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All individuals are entitled to equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, genetic information, medical condition, veteran status or any other class protected under federal, state or local laws.
*Please no phone calls or emails regarding this position.
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