Proofreader

Notified is a leading provider of press release distribution services, and they are seeking a Proofreader to join their global Editorial team. The role involves reviewing and formatting press releases for clients while ensuring high-quality customer service and support.

Responsibilities

• Review clients’ press releases for grammatical errors, spelling errors, and inconsistencies. Does not involve fact-checking
• Format press releases to match the client’s original version as closely as possible
• Support clients with a range of requests and enquiries via phone and email
• Assist with our clients’ regulatory needs, such as SEDAR and EDGAR filing
• Assist with our clients’ account maintenance, such as managing email lists, adding new users and accounts, and managing multimedia libraries
• Embraces collaborating with teammates and across departments
• Knowledge of other Notified products
• Act as our clients’ primary contact, supporting our clients’ administrative and consultative needs in addition to press release service requests
• The starting time for this position may be any time of day
• Ability to work occasional overtime during high volume periods
• Required to work occasional weekend on call shifts, holidays and occasional remote monitoring shifts outside your typical schedule each year

Skills

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work English, Communications, Journalism, Marketing or related field required
• Equivalent work experience in a similar position may be substituted for education requirements
• 1-2 years of professional experience required (previous newswire experience a plus)
• Customer service experience in a fast-paced environment required
• Projects self-confidence, enthusiasm, and a positive, can-do attitude
• Excellent multi-tasking skills
• The ability to maintain focus in stressful situations
• Exceptional time-management skills, ability to prioritize assignments and meet deadlines

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits and wellness programs
• Quarterly recognition awards
• Flexibility to work from home on Mondays and Fridays
• Diversity is celebrated and supported inclusive Employee Resource Groups
• Curated learning libraries offering over 8,000 free courses supporting your business and technical acumen

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