Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com.
Do you have an eye for detail? Were you the spelling bee champion of your school?
If so, you may have what it takes to thrive in a proofreading or editing position.
Many of these roles offer part-time schedules and the ability to work from anywhere, so you can take your work on the road when you need to move or if you plan to live as a digital nomad.
Following, we share what proofreaders and editors do, who benefits from part-time proofreading and editing jobs, and companies hiring for proofreading and editing jobs.
What Do Proofreaders and Editors Do?
Specific job duties may vary by position. However, some common tasks a proofreader or editor may perform include:
- Checking a text to ensure it follows the dedicated style guide
- Reviewing text for spelling and grammatical errors
- Following editing workflows
- Following brand guidelines and standards
Who Benefits From Part-Time Proofreading and Editing Jobs?
Almost anyone can benefit from a part-time proofreading or editing job.
Working parents may find that remote, part-time proofreading jobs allow them the flexibility they need to accommodate their children’s schedules.
Military spouses can also benefit from having a flexible job they can take with them when their family gets orders to move. And a part-time schedule can help them when they are the sole caregivers of children during their spouse’s deployment.
It can also allow caregivers to earn a living while caring for an elderly parent or relative.
Companies That Hire for Part-Time Proofreader and Editor Jobs
Below are some companies that hire for remote, part-time proofreading and editing positions.
1. Cactus Communications
Cactus Communications provides technology and communications solutions to accelerate scientific advancement. The company hires for freelance, part-time, and work-from-anywhere jobs.
Cactus Communications has been named one of FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies to Watch for Remote Jobs.
Recent proofreading and editing jobs:
- Editor – Chemistry
- Editor – Molecular Biology
2. Cambrick Yard LLC
Cambrick Yard LLC is a results-only work environment (ROWE), which focuses on results rather than the time staff spends working. This means staff get the freedom to set their own hours and schedules.
Recent proofreading and editing jobs:
3. Cambridge Proofreading & Editing
Cambridge Proofreading & Editing is an internationally recognized English editing service.
The company edits across a wide range of academic subjects. Cambridge Proofreading & Editing provides remote, flexible, and work-from-anywhere jobs.
Recent proofreading and editing jobs:
- Academic Proofreaders and Editors – All Subjects
4. Dotdash Meredith
Founded in 1996, Dotdash Meredith is one of the fastest-growing publishers of online content. The company offers temporary, freelance, and part-time work.
The American Heart Association has named Dotdash Meredith a Fit-Friendly Company.
Recent proofreading and editing jobs:
- Content Update Editor
- Commerce Lifestyle Content Update Editor
5. Elevate K-12
Elevate K-12 uses technology to help educational institutions increase students’ test scores. The company offers part-time, flexible, and remote positions.
The U.S. Department of Defense has recognized the company as a Military Spouse Employment Partner.
Recent proofreading and editing jobs:
- Statistics and Probability Content Writer
- Statistics and Probability Content Proofreader
6. FluentU
FluentU provides language immersion through video. FluentU provides freelance, part-time, and flexible schedule jobs. The company lets staff set their own schedules as long as they meet deadlines.
Recent proofreading and editing jobs:
- Content Editor: Korean
- Blog Editor
7. Language Bear
Language Bear provides SEO-optimized content, writing, editing, and translation services in over 40 languages.
The company employs expert linguists and specialist authors worldwide and has offered 100% remote jobs to global applicants in the past.
Recent proofreading and editing jobs:
- Canadian French Proofreader and Editor
- Indonesian Proofreader
8. Macmillan Learning
Macmillan Learning provides teaching tools to help educators increase student engagement. The company provides part-time, flexible, and freelance jobs.
Macmillan Learning has been named by the Human Rights Campaign as one of the Best Places to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality.
Recent proofreading and editing jobs:
- Media Editor, Chemistry
- Proofreader
9. MusixMatch
MusixMatch offers lyrics and song translation, enabling music lovers to share these lyrics with others. The company prefers bilingual professionals for certain roles.
MusixMatch offers part-time and work-from-anywhere jobs.
Recent proofreading and editing jobs:
- Content Editor – Korean
- Content Editor – Chinese
10. Wordvice
Wordvice offers academic editing services, admission essay editing services, and proofreading services, among others.
The company lets its contractors work from anywhere in the world.
Recent proofreading and editing jobs:
