Proofreader

Overview

Legacy Research – one of the largest financial publishing firms in the world – is searching for an entry level Proofreader to join our already stellar team.

The Proofreader is an entry level position that will provide a foundation for more sophisticated and independent responsibilities within the editorial team. This position will assist in ensuring accuracy and consistency of all the Company’s publications. The mission will be to help deliver error-free and high-quality editorial content to the Company’s customer base across various media sources.

This role is based in our Delray Beach, FL office but there is potential for this to be a remote working position.

Responsibilities

• At the direction of the Managing Editor and others on the editorial team, review articles and other drafts and apply approved changes to ensure accuracy and quality, consistent with company standards and which appeal to our readership
• Review content line by line to detect errors in spelling, grammar, sentence structure, word choice, style, and formatting
• Perform basic fact-checking of editorial content, including articles and data, as necessary
• Develop and foster familiarity with market trends to ensure knowledge of the investment industry
• Adhere to established Editorial Team deadlines and production schedules

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in English or Journalism, or equivalent relevant work experience
• 1 year of professional experience preferred
• Exceptionally strong grammar skills and writing skills
• Familiarity with AP or Chicago Style
• Attention to detail and a strong work ethic. 
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing priorities.
• Ability to juggle and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously. 
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Ability to adapt to company-specific tasks and workflow and become an expert on company-specific style preferences.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with multiple groups within the Company
• Proficiency with MS Outlook and Word
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing
• Visual acuity for reading and using the computer
• Ability to hear
• Ability to freely move about the office or remote working environment
• Ability to use the phone/computer/keyboard/mouse/general office equipment for extended periods of time
• Ability to communicate with others in order to exchange information
• Fluency in the English language

About Legacy Research Group

From the beginning, independence has been the key to our success. Unlike the mainstream press, we don’t make our money from corporate advertisers. And unlike Wall Street, we don’t take commissions or fees from the companies we cover in our newsletters.

Instead, we sell ideas, opinions, and recommendations.

Our mission is to provide readers with a broad view of the world. So, we ask questions; we research and test; but we do not claim to have the last word on every issue. We explore ideas with our readers so they can decide for themselves.

That means we don’t have a one-size-fits-all approach to finance and investing. Each publisher under the Legacy umbrella has its own unique culture and outlook, just like each of our readers has his or her own personal investing style.

Our Commitment 

As an employer committed to equal opportunity and a diverse workforce, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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