Many companies outsource their proofreading jobs to online workers to reduce the cost of keeping in-house proofreaders. Other proofreading jobs are needed for websites that regularly publish new Web content. Yet other proofreading jobs allow online proofreaders to correct academic papers. Experienced proofreaders can find these jobs on several specializes job sites.
Function
Proofreaders perform light editing such as checking for grammatical errors and adding punctuation. Online proofreading jobs usually involve sending the work through email or an online content management system.
Effects
Hiring online proofreaders is less expensive than keeping workspaces and equipment for in-house workers. Many companies now outsource because they can also hire proofreaders as independent contractors online and save on employment taxes.
Geography
Because the Internet is global, some employers look for proofreaders who live in areas where the cost of living is lower than their own. This often allows them to pay less for proofreaders than they would in their own area.
Considerations
Proofreaders can find proofreading jobs on bidding sites like Elance and Guru. This allows proofreaders to set their own project prices and to work only for employers who will meet that price (see Resources).
Identification
Proofreading jobs can often be found in the jobs section of your local Craigslist site. Job sites like monster.com and jobsonline.com also carry some proofreading positions.
