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<strong>Location: 100% Remote (US-based)<br><br></strong><strong>Schedule: Part-time / Freelance (On-call basis with fluctuating hours; must be reachable and responsive between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM CST)<br><br></strong><strong>Duration: September 8th, 2026 - Early/Mid-November 2026<br><br></strong><strong>Hours: Freelance (Hours fluctuate; up to 40 hours/week during peak periods, but no hours are guaranteed post-training)<br><br></strong><strong>Compensation Range: $30.00 - $32.00/hr (W2)<br><br></strong>A leading global professional services firm is seeking experienced <strong>Proofreaders / Quality Assurance Specialists</strong> to support a surge in work volume during their peak seasonal business period. This seasonal freelance role plays a vital part in producing high-quality, accurate client-facing materials and communications.<br><br>Because this role is structured on an on-call freelance model, it is perfect for professionals who thrive in a flexible, independent environment. You do not need to sit at your computer all day, but you must keep email notifications on to quickly confirm receipt of assignments during the 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM CST window. Please note that hours will fluctuate and are not guaranteed; however, you will receive a guaranteed 20 hours of pay per week during the initial two-week training period.<br><br><strong>Responsibilities:<br><br></strong><ul><li>Proofread Regulated Content & Graphics: Review and edit highly regulated, employee-facing documents for spelling, grammar, punctuation, clarity, and consistency. Meticulously audit complex visual data such as charts, graphs, and tables.</li><li>Adhere to Standards: Ensure all materials strictly conform to client-specific style guides, regulatory compliance standards, and internal editorial guidelines.</li><li>Follow Precise Workflows: Execute reviews according to strict, step-by-step instructions. Finalize, label, and log files exactly as instructed within the project management system to ensure they are seamlessly searchable.</li><li>Manage Shifting Priorities: Work quickly and accurately under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Maintain Autonomy: Fully engage in a comprehensive two-week training program, then operate independently by proactively using training manuals and resources to resolve daily questions.<br><br><br></li></ul><strong>Qualifications:<br><br></strong><ul><li>Minimum of 2 years of professional editing and/or proofreading experience.</li><li>Excellent command of English grammar, spelling, punctuation, and style usage.</li><li>Exceptional attention to detail, especially regarding strict file-labeling and saving protocols.</li><li>Strong time-management skills with the ability to meet rapid turnaround times (often 1 to 2 hours from receipt).</li><li>Must have access to a reliable, personal laptop or desktop computer to work from.</li><li>Flexible availability to handle both low-hour weeks and peak weeks (up to 40 hours, including occasional weekends) without capped hourly constraints.<br><br><br></li></ul><strong>Preferred Qualifications:<br><br></strong><ul><li>Experience proofing materials in employee benefits, insurance, or other highly regulated industries.</li><li>Familiarity with collaborative editing and markup tools (e.g., Adobe Acrobat PDF markups, Microsoft Word Track Changes).<br><br><br></li></ul>JOBID:<br><br>#PL<br><br>Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.<br><br>At Cella, a randstad digital company, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.<br><br>Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Cella by randstad digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).<br><br>This posting is open for thirty (30) days.<br><br>It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.<br><br>

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