Jr. Proof Reader

Job Title: Jr. Proof Reader

Company : Visual Graphics Computing Services India P Ltd

Closing On:10 April 2011

Contact Email: vg.careers@mckinsey.com

Job Description:

A Proofreader proof reads PowerPoint / Word / Excel documents produced by Business Presentation Specialists against handwritten or electronic manuscripts sent by McKinsey consultants and assigned by a Process Leader for completion within an agreed upon time-frame. A proofreader’s work involves quality checking documents for correctness of text and data, correcting typographical and grammatical errors, ensuring consistent application of Firm format and style within individual charts and whole documents. Proofreaders play a key role in the coaching and support of junior BPS colleagues, ensure high end product quality in different service lines and contribute to Visual Graphics’s continuous quality improvement efforts.

Preferred Skills:

Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution in disciplines related to English, visual communication, mass communication, media, and design is preferred

A meticulous eye for detail and a high degree of alertness are imperative for this role

Strong verbal and written communication skills in English with ability to communicate fluently in an all-English business environment. Excellent command of the written English language, including a firm grasp and application of right spellings and grammar rules

Basic computer literacy, i.e., be familiar with navigating through graphical interfaces; skilled in handling mouse and keyboard; experience with the MS Office suite or equivalent products, experience in Lotus Notes Applications Interested to work in a well-structured, searching the Internet and visiting Web sites

Flexibility to work in shifts and on public holidays

corporate business environment with international orientation

Any certification/experience towards proofreading, copy editing, translation, teaching, journalism, etc. would be an added advantage