§ OCCUPATION · GLOBAL STANDARDS

proofreader

Proofreaders examine facsimiles of the finished products such as books, newspaper and magazines.

Description

Proofreaders examine facsimiles of the finished products such as books, newspaper and magazines. They correct grammatical, typographical and spelling errors in order to ensure the quality of the printed product.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

grammar copyright legislation spelling

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

typography proofing methods

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

apply grammar and spelling rules use dictionaries rewrite manuscripts master language rules reproduce documents proofread text track changes in text editing follow newspaper house style follow work schedule suggest revision of manuscripts

OPTIONALOptional competences

consult information sources lay out digital written content review unpublished articles read books consult with editor rewrite articles apply desktop publishing techniques

Data Source: Unified Global Standards (ISCED, ISCO, O*NET, ESCO)

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§ OCCUPATION · GLOBAL STANDARDS

proofreader

Proofreaders examine facsimiles of the finished products such as books, newspaper and magazines.

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Description

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

grammar copyright legislation spelling

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

typography proofing methods

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

OPTIONALOptional competences

consult information sources lay out digital written content review unpublished articles read books consult with editor rewrite articles apply desktop publishing techniques

Data Source: Unified Global Standards (ISCED, ISCO, O*NET, ESCO)