Proofreaders and editorial assistants jobs in the United States

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Counted Oct 27, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 85
Employers: 34

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payUSD / hour: $24.10Across 10 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 5%4 listings
Hybrid: 7%6 listings
On-site: 20%17 listings

Not specified: 68% (58 listings)

Employers hiring include INFUSE (36), Avila Dental (6), Mindlance (4).

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These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Proofreaders and editorial assistants jobs in the United States

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Temporary Editorial Assistant, Delish & House Beautiful
Hearst
NY
Great stories begin with great teams. Join Delish and House Beautiful as a Temporary Editorial Assistant and help bring compelling food and design content to life while supporting two…
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Editorial Assistant- Institutional Student Worker
University System of Georgia
UNG-Dahlonega, GA
…a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of…
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Editorial Assistant, Forever
Hachette Book Group
NY
We’re looking for someone enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the romance category to join our dynamic team at Forever, an imprint of Grand Central Publishing. The Editorial Assistant is…
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Editorial Assistant - Timber Press
Hachette Book Group
United States
Timber Press publishes nonfiction books, illustrated and narrative, in the categories of gardening, nature, science, craft, and lifestyle. We are seeking an Editorial Assistant to support…
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Proofreader
Signal Theory
Kansas City, MO
The Proofreader is responsible for ensuring that all work that leaves the agency is error-free. This position is responsible for proofreading all copy and making corrections as necessary.
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Part-Time Editorial Assistant
Penn State University Talent Acquisition
University Park, PA
- Part-time
…PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not…
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Editorial Assistant Rotational Program
Book of the Month
New York, NY
- $70,000 USD / year
The Editorial Assistant Rotational Program’s mission is to accelerate the professional growth and development of Early Career Editorial professionals through exposure to a multitude of…
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Proofreader/Resolution Writer
Tennessee General Assembly
Nashville, TN
The Tennessee General Assembly’s Office of Legal Services is actively seeking applicants for four seasonal, on site, Proofreaders and two seasonal, on site, Resolution Writers.
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Editorial Assistant
The Agora Companies
Baltimore, MD
Do you love to write, dig into research and turn complex information into clear, compelling content? Are you curious about finance, markets, and the rapidly changing ways AI can support…
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Proofreader (Remote, Contract)
INFUSE
Boca Raton, FL
…person is unique. We promise to give your candidacy a fair and detailed…
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Proofreader (Remote, Contract)
INFUSE
Boca Raton, FL
…person is unique. We promise to give your candidacy a fair and detailed…
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Proofreader (Remote, Contract)
INFUSE
Boca Raton, FL
…person is unique. We promise to give your candidacy a fair and detailed…
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Proofreader (Remote, Contract)
INFUSE
Boca Raton, FL
…person is unique. We promise to give your candidacy a fair and detailed…
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Proofreader (Remote, Contract)
INFUSE
Boca Raton, FL
…person is unique. We promise to give your candidacy a fair and detailed…
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INFUSE
Boca Raton, FL
…person is unique. We promise to give your candidacy a fair and detailed…
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INFUSE
Boca Raton, FL
…person is unique. We promise to give your candidacy a fair and detailed…
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RD
Proofreader
RR Donnelley
Columbus, OH
- $16.59 to $22.5 USD / hour
RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the complete customer journey. The company offers the industry’s…
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Temporary Editorial Assistant, Delish & House Beautiful
HEARST MAGAZINE MEDIA INC
NEW YORK, NY
- $25 USD / hour
Be Part of What's NextGreat stories begin with great teams. Join Delish and House Beautiful as a Temporary Editorial Assistant and help bring compelling food and design content to life…
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Proofreader (Remote, Contract)
INFUSE
Boca Raton, FL
…person is unique. We promise to give your candidacy a fair and detailed…
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Proofreader (Remote, Contract)
INFUSE
Boca Raton, FL
…person is unique. We promise to give your candidacy a fair and detailed…
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INFUSE
Boca Raton, FL
…person is unique. We promise to give your candidacy a fair and detailed…
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INFUSE
Boca Raton, FL
…person is unique. We promise to give your candidacy a fair and detailed…
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Proofreader (Remote, Contract)
INFUSE
Boca Raton, FL
…person is unique. We promise to give your candidacy a fair and detailed…
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Proofreader (Remote, Contract)
INFUSE
Boca Raton, FL
…person is unique. We promise to give your candidacy a fair and detailed…
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Proofreader (Remote, Contract)
INFUSE
Boca Raton, FL
…person is unique. We promise to give your candidacy a fair and detailed…

RR Donnelley

Proofreader

Columbus, OH, United States

$16.59 to $22.5 USD / hour

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Pay: $16.59 to $22.5 USD / hour
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 21, 2026

Original job description

Company Description RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the complete customer journey. The company offers the industry’s most trusted portfolio of creative execution and world-wide business process consulting, with services designed to lower environmental impact. With 22,000 clients, including 93% of the Fortune 100, and 32,000 employees across 28 countries, RRD brings the expertise, execution, and scale designed to transform customer touchpoints into meaningful moments of impact.

Job Description

First Shift:

Monday - Friday 11am-8pm; On-Site Tuesday and Thursday The Proofreader position is responsible for reviewing legal documents for grammar and verbiage corrections. ■ *Identify and correct spelling, grammar, and verbiage errors in complex legal documents. ■ *Detect formatting and compositional errors in documents. ■ *Check corrected proofs of legal documents against mark-up for comparison and quality assurance. ■ Assist the Document Services team with document production and preparation as needed. ■ Handle sensitive and/or confidential documents and information. ■ Communicate with manager and client on job or deadline issues. ■ Adhere to Williams Lea policy in addition to client site policy. ■ Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

■ Bachelor’s degree in English/Journalism preferred or equivalent work experience required. ■ Minimum (1) year proofreading experience preferably in a legal, banking or large corporate environment ■ Intermediate knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint desired. ■ Knowledge of a legal timekeeping or job tracking system is preferred. ■ Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment. ■ Strong attention to detail with emphasis on accuracy and quality. ■ Ability to prioritize work to balance multiple projects and deadlines. ■ Must have good organizational skills ■ Ability to handle sensitive and/or confidential documents and information ■ Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team ■ Excellent verbal and written communication skills. ■ Ability to communicate professionally both verbally and in writing ■ Must be self-motivated with a positive attitude ■ Proven customer service skills are required in order to create, maintain and enhance customer relationships Additional Information The salary for this role at the noted RRD location is $16.59/hour to $22.50/hour. Starting pay decisions are determined based on multiple factors including but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, skills, experience, certifications, proficiency, performance, shift, location, and other business needs. Typically, roles follow step progressions to a target rate or set increments over time. Depending on the role, in addition to the hourly rate of pay, the total compensation package may also include overtime, shift differential, call-in, and/or stand-by pay. RRD’s benefit offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus parental leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance and employer/partner discounts. It is the policy of Williams Lea to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity of expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law. Williams Lea is a drug-free workplace and performs pre--employment substance abuse testing.

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RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans

At RRD, we value innovation, authenticity, and integrity. To uphold the security and fairness of our hiring process, we ask that candidates refrain from using AI tools during interviews to ensure an authentic and secure experience. We appreciate your cooperation as we work to maintain a transparent and equitable hiring process.

All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of both a pre-employment background and drug screen.

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