About Company
Oriental Trading Company, a Berkshire Hathaway company, has been a leading provider of party supplies, toys, crafts, and novelties for over 90 years. Based in Omaha, Nebraska, we’re dedicated to making life more fun and moments more memorable for our customers across the globe. With a vast product catalog that spans multiple categories, we engage with millions of customers through our website, catalogs, and social media. Our culture is vibrant, collaborative, and innovation-driven, always seeking to delight our customers with quality products and exceptional service. We believe in fostering a dynamic work environment where creativity thrives, and every team member contributes to our mission of delivering happiness. Join us and be a part of a company that helps create joy for countless celebrations and events.
Job Description
Are you a meticulous wordsmith with an eagle eye for detail and a passion for perfect prose? Oriental Trading Company is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Remote Proofreader to join our content team on a part-time, flexible basis. In this crucial role, you will be the final guardian of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and style across a diverse range of our customer-facing and internal communications. From engaging product descriptions that captivate our audience to informative blog posts, marketing materials, website content, and internal documents, your keen editorial judgment will ensure all written content is flawless, consistent, and reflective of our brand’s high standards.
As a Remote Proofreader, you will play an integral part in maintaining the integrity and professionalism of our brand voice. This position offers the flexibility to work from your home office, allowing you to manage your schedule while contributing significantly to a beloved company that helps people celebrate life’s special moments. You’ll collaborate closely with content creators, marketing specialists, and product development teams, ensuring that every piece of text we publish or circulate is polished, accurate, and easy to understand. Your ability to catch even the smallest errors before they reach our customers is paramount to upholding our reputation for quality and attention to detail.
We are looking for someone who thrives in a self-directed environment, possesses exceptional organizational skills, and can consistently meet deadlines while managing multiple projects simultaneously. This isn’t just about fixing typos; it’s about refining language to enhance clarity, impact, and overall effectiveness. If you have a strong command of the English language, a deep understanding of various style guides, and a commitment to linguistic excellence, we encourage you to apply. This is an exciting opportunity to leverage your proofreading expertise within a dynamic e-commerce environment, helping Oriental Trading Company continue to deliver joy and inspiration to millions.
Key Responsibilities
- Thoroughly review and proofread a variety of content types, including website copy, product descriptions, marketing materials, blog posts, email campaigns, and internal communications, for errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation, and syntax.
- Ensure strict adherence to Oriental Trading Company's brand voice, style guidelines, and established editorial standards.
- Verify factual accuracy, consistency in terminology, and proper formatting across all documents.
- Collaborate effectively with content writers, editors, graphic designers, and marketing teams to implement corrections and ensure a cohesive final product.
- Manage multiple projects and deadlines efficiently, prioritizing tasks to meet publication schedules.
- Provide constructive feedback and recommendations for improving content clarity and readability.
Required Skills
- Exceptional command of the English language, including grammar, spelling, punctuation, and syntax.
- Proven ability to proofread with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proficiency in applying various style guides (e.g., Chicago Manual of Style, AP Stylebook).
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently in a remote setting.
- Excellent time management and ability to meet strict deadlines.
- Familiarity with digital proofreading tools and processes.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field.
- Certification in proofreading or copyediting.
- Experience working with content in an e-commerce, retail, or catalog environment.
- Familiarity with project management software (e.g., Asana, Trello) or content management systems (CMS).
Perks & Benefits
- Flexible part-time working hours to accommodate work-life balance.
- Opportunity to work remotely from the comfort of your home office.
- Contribution to a well-established and respected brand.
- Employee discounts on a wide range of products.
- Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to click on the application link below to submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant proofreading experience, availability, and familiarity with e-commerce or retail content. Please highlight your experience with specific style guides.