Proofreader

4 weeks ago


Toronto, Canada Craft Worldwide Full time

To achieve success in the world of global creative production, amplification and adaptation, you need more than just clear processes and smart technology. You need true craftspeople who care deeply about their clients’ brands and work tirelessly to drive maximum cost-savings to client while ensuring each brand’s story remains impactful as it travels around the world.


At Craft Worldwide, we have been fortunate enough to assemble a team of the industry’s best craftspeople, each with a rich and robust background in advertising, adaptation, and production.


Craft Worldwide currently employs over 1,000 full-time employees operating in 50+ markets with specialty in global broadcast/video production, print production, digital production and translation. Craft Canada is headquartered in Toronto, with studios in Calgary and Montreal. Our integrated team members leverage the power of the Canadian and global network to deliver programs for our clients.


While we are wholly owned by McCann Worldgroup, we have been purposely established as a truly independent company within the Interpublic Group of Companies.


YOUR ROLE

Proofreader with excellent command of the English language, grammar and punctuation.


YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Excellent Command of English Language, grammar and punctuation. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Knowledge of French and Spanish would be an asset.
  • Proactive in researching all copy, questioning the slightest detail,including legal copy & disclaimers, that could potentially be misunderstood by the consumer audience.
  • Has concern for the clients’ ad content and seeks to understand the message behind the verbiage. Questions anything that may not be clear or apparent to the intended consumer.
  • Must be a good communicator, bright,well read and able to handle complexity comfortably.
  • Able to analyze the work, break it down, recommend a course of action that is fully substantiated and documented.
  • Needs to be tolerant of both people and process, keeping broader business goals in mind.
  • Proofread online digital ads and make online / paperless proofreading comments.
  • Work with our time tracking systems for logging of hourly asset and proofreading request billing.
  • Utilize Approvals Plus (ProofHQ) for reading and annotating work when appropriate.
  • Capable to perform under tight deadlines and pressure; cognizant that there is zero tolerance for error in the final released copy in an asset..
  • Willingness to work overtime if necessary, including weekends & late nights.
  • Ability to adapt and learn new formats and digital procedures.
  • Must be a team player,always willing to lend a hand.


REQUIRED SKILLS

  • BA/BFA in English or Fine Arts required.
  • Minimum 3 years experience in advertising/marketing proofreading
  • Accuracy is vitally important. Detail-oriented a must.
  • Able to handle pressure due to tight deadlines.
  • Good memory for projects over time.
  • Ability to remain calm in a crisis.
  • Ability to document and update client/brand nuances
  • Knowledge and experience in healthcare sector would be preferred.


NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.


The Company

McCann Worldgroup Canada is committed to a diverse workforce as an Employment Equity employer (Women, People with Disabilities, Aboriginal Peoples, and Visible Minorities) and aims to maintain an inclusive and equitable workplace where employees feel valued, respected, and supported. If you require an accommodation, we would be happy to work with you to meet your needs.


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