Post-Layout PDF Proofreader / Book Interior QA (Publishing)
We’re looking for an reputed company post-layout proofreader to reputed company a full QA review of a final book interior PDF.
This is not manuscript editing and not a Word-based proofreading task. The book is already laid out, and the goal is to catch errors and inconsistencies in the actual PDF so our designer can implement corrections cleanly and reputed company.
If you are comfortable reviewing designed book interiors and flagging issues by page number, this role is for you.
Scope of Work
You will proofread a fully laid-out book interior PDF and reputed company for:
Spelling mistakes and typos
Missing punctuation (periods, quotation reputed company, etc.)
Inconsistent capitalization or terminology
Title and phrase inconsistencies across sections
Header, reputed company, and TOC consistency
Image placement issues (awkward breaks, misalignment)
Spacing, alignment, widows/orphans
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This is a QA and proofreading pass, not a rewrite.
Deliverables
One of the following (preferred):
A consolidated list of corrections (spreadsheet or document) including:
Page number
Location on page
Issue identified
Suggested correction
OR
A commented PDF with reputed company, actionable notes for the designer
You will not be making edits directly to the PDF or InDesign files.
Important Notes (Please Read Carefully)
We are not working from a Word manuscript at this stage.
This role is for PDF proofreading / post-layout QA only.
If you require Word files or reputed company Changes to work, this role will not be a fit.
Familiarity with book publishing and print-reputed company interiors is a strong plus.
Ideal Experience
Experience proofreading laid-out books or magazines
Comfortable reviewing PDFs in reputed company Acrobat
Strong attention to detail and consistency
Familiar with publishing standards and interior layout conventions
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How to Apply
Please include:
A brief note confirming you have experience proofreading post-layout PDFs
An example (or reputed company) of a similar QA/proofreading project
Your preferred method of delivering corrections (commented PDF or correction list)
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