Proofreader

Role Overview

Join a team dedicated to ensuring the high-quality publication of research content. This position focuses on validating company and product names, enforcing style guidelines, correcting grammatical/punctuation/spelling mistakes, resolving publishing errors, and performing final formatting reviews before release.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform final proofreading on all research documents before publication.
• Provide meticulous second reviews of analysts' research papers.
• Proofread assigned reports within established timelines.
• Edit content directly in Google Docs using suggestions and comments to track changes.
• Identify missing or incorrect data in statistics, figures, and charts to ensure document completeness.
• Apply AP style rules as well as Gartner's proprietary Style Guide and Lexicon, including validating correct spelling of company and product names.
• Collaborate with analysts and stakeholders to address publishing issues when required.
• Offer feedback aimed at raising editorial quality and improving operational workflows.
• Publish documents adhering to Gartner's policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• A Master's or Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, or Liberal Arts.
• 2 to 4 years of editorial experience focused on quality assurance and proofreading in fast-paced workplaces such as newspapers, magazines, or journals with tight deadlines.
• Capability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a deadline-driven environment.
• Exceptional command of English grammar, punctuation, style, and consistency.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to provide constructive recommendations.
• Numerical and visual literacy to assess charts and statistical data.
• Quick adaptability to new procedures, best practices, and style guide updates.
• Proficiency with Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with IT and telecommunications sectors is advantageous.
• Knowledge of Associated Press (AP) style guidelines preferred.
• Resilience under pressure without compromising quality standards.
• Highly detail-oriented with excellent organizational abilities.
• A problem-solving attitude with proactive initiative-taking balanced by risk mitigation.
• Effective verbal and written communication capabilities.

Benefits and Culture

• Competitive remuneration and comprehensive paid time off.
• Charity matching program along with group medical insurance.
• Parental leave and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment valuing diversity.
• Opportunities for professional growth and unlimited career advancement.

Company Insight

Gartner, Inc. is a leading research and advisory company guiding global enterprise leaders since 1979. With a workforce of approximately 20,000 employees supporting more than 13,000 clients worldwide, Gartner delivers pivotal insights that help organizations achieve their core missions. The company is recognized globally for its inclusive culture and commitment to equal opportunity employment.

Additional Information

This position supports Gartner's leadership in AI innovation, granting access to resources and technology shaping the transformation of business through artificial intelligence. The role requires adherence to company policies promoting diversity and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.