Catalog/Marketing Proofreader

HOURS: Monday - Friday

REPORTS TO: Catalog Manager

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

Pre-employment Screening: Background Check, Education Verification, References, Drug Test, Typing Test

WORK FROM HOME STATUS: Eligible

After a period of in-person training and time working onsite with your team, this role has the option to work remotely (in WI only at this time). In general, this timeframe tends to be 1-2 weeks. Note that there will be situations when someone may choose or be asked to return on-site, which would be coordinated and scheduled in advance.

We work with businesses and organizations of all kinds to provide them with personalized promotional products. A small part of their job is the biggest part of ours - that's why one of our core values is to provide remarkable service. When you work here, you'll be treated with the same level of respect and positive attitude.

As a marketing proofreader, you'll primarily assist in deadline-sensitive, highly detailed proofreading and copy editing for U.S. and Canada catalogs, newsletters, other print projects and e-marketing.

Here's what a typical day might look like. (These are the essential functions of the job.) Other duties may be assigned.

• Demonstrate the eight core principles that guide every 4imprint teammate on a daily basis: Honesty, Curiosity, Collaboration, Flexibility, Accountability, Empathy, Positive Attitude, Humility.
• Proofread U.S. and Canada print projects to ensure they meet established standards as to content and appearance.
  1. Compare product copy information/specs to Product Maintenance (PM), the 4imprint website and vendor information to ensure accuracy.
  2. Check spelling and grammar of product copy, headlines and logos.
  3. Ensure design elements agree with specs/information provided.
  4. Review proofs for layout of text and graphics and suggest revisions as appropriate.
  5. Ensure all pertinent, accurate detail is included in copy, even if not provided in PM or vendor information.
  6. Use pagination reports to ensure correct products and design elements are included on print pieces.
• Proofread and/or copy edit miscellaneous digital, social and print marketing pieces for structure and clarity and based on company styles and voice as needed.
• Participate in other companywide proofreading and copy-editing projects.
• Participate in training classes and actively seek professional development.
• Maintain a current understanding of trends and updates in your role.

You might be a fit for this position if you are:

• A self-starter who takes initiative to solve problems and follow up with other team members.
• Extremely focused on details and accuracy.
• Highly proficient in spelling and grammar.
• Adept in using critical-thinking skills.
• Self-confident and take initiative to solve problems and follow up with other team members.
• Highly capable of prioritizing, organizing and working independently with minimal direction.
• A strong, flexible multitasker who can function productively under stressful and time-sensitive situations and in an environment with frequent interruptions.
• Receptive to feedback, guidance and direction from internal and external resources.
• Willing to learn and embracing continuous improvement.
• Friendly, tactful and professional with superior oral and written communication.
• Able to build partnerships with others.

Required education/skills/experience:

• Bachelor's degree in related field.
• Applicants with equivalent, relevant experience will also be considered.
• At least 1 year of experience in content proofreading, preferably in marketing/catalog.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (primarily Word and Excel), Adobe Acrobat editing tools and Windows.
• Minimum typing speed of 45 wpm.
• Please refer to the physical requirements form for details on the physical requirements of this role.

Work Environment:

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties, responsibilities, and physical demands listed in this job description.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation(s) will be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

• Regular and predictable attendance
• Ability to effectively communicate with others (verbally and in writing)
• Ability to enter data.
• Work could be performed remotely (in WI only at this time) and at 4imprint sites in WI.

The following five drugs or classes of drugs will be tested for: 1) Marijuana (THC) 2) Cocaine Metabolites 3) Phencyclidine 4) Amphetamines (Class) 5) Opiate Metabolites.

4imprint has a drug-free workplace policy.

Equal opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.