Proofreaders and Copy Markers

Proofread a transcript or a typeset document to catch and flag any spelling, grammar, or style mistakes. Workers whose main job function is modifying text are not included. Braille editors and proofreaders are included.

Career Snapshot

SNAPSHOT
Read transcript or proof type setup to detect and mark for correction any grammatical, typographical, or compositional errors. Excludes workers whose primary duty is editing copy. Includes proofreaders of braille.
Leadership
HIGH
Critical decision making
LOW
Level of responsibilities
LOW
Job challenge and pressure to meet deadlines
HIGH
Dealing and handling conflict
LOW
Competition for this position
LOW
Communication with others
LOW
Work closely with team members, clients etc.
HIGH
Comfort of the work setting
HIGH
Exposure to extreme environmental conditions
LOW
Exposure to job hazards
LOW
Physical demands
LOW
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Characteristics

Dealing and handling conflicts
Physical demands
Competition for this position
Exposure to job hazards
Job challenge and pressure to meet deadlines
Exposure to extreme environmental conditions
Comfort of the work setting
Work closely with team members, clients etc.
Communication with others
Level of responsibilities
Critical decision making
Leadership

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