[Hiring] Proofreader @Dr. Berg Nutritionals

Role Description

We are seeking an experienced Proofreader to help us ensure our content is error-free. The ideal candidate is knowledgeable of proofreading, grammar, spelling, style guides, and social media copywriting within the health and nutrition space and best practices for compliant copyrighting and brand claims.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Review and proof YouTube content at multiple checkpoints, ensuring accuracy in audio, visuals, captions, metadata, and alignment with brand style and direction.
• Proofread and fact-check social media content, including short-form copy, captions, hashtags, graphics, and subtitles, to maintain clarity, accuracy, and brand voice.
• Provide coverage for fellow proofreaders as needed to balance workloads and maintain consistent content output during absences.
• Identify and escalate quality or compliance risks in YouTube and social content before publication.
• Communicate with video editors and social media managers to ensure accuracy across all platforms by providing feedback on grammar, spelling, and brand alignment.

Qualifications

• Proofreading, editing, or content review experience, ideally in digital media, video, or publishing.
• Proficiency in grammar, spelling, punctuation, and style with an ability to adapt to brand voice and tone guidelines.
• Experience with multimedia content review, including transcripts, on-screen text, thumbnails, and audio/visual alignment.
• Hands-on experience proofreading short-form content for social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, X, etc.).
• Knowledge of style guides (e.g., AP, Chicago, or in-house brand guides) and willingness to apply them consistently.
• Strong understanding of social media copywriting conventions, such as character limits, formatting, and platform tone.
• Attention to detail: Ability to spot subtle errors in audio, text, or visuals.
• Strong listening comprehension: Capable of catching mispronunciations.
• Time management: Ability to review high volumes of content under tight deadlines without sacrificing quality.
• Collaboration & communication: Comfortable providing clear and constructive communication with writers, editors, social media managers, and video production teams.
• Adaptability: Ability to work with evolving content styles, formats, and workflow processes.
• Brand alignment: Skilled at ensuring content remains consistent with organizational voice, compliance standards, and audience expectations.

Preferred Skills

• Understanding of YouTube's Community Guidelines.
• Familiarity with compliance and regulatory guidelines for health and wellness content (FDA/FTC standards, copyright/fair use, brand claims).
• Understanding of accessibility best practices, such as ADA compliance for captions and visual clarity.
• Experience with SEO and social media optimization, including keyword use, hashtags, and formatting for engagement.
• Basic design awareness to spot errors in visual branding, graphics, and layouts.
• Familiarity with YouTube Studio and metadata best practices (titles, descriptions, captions, hashtags).

Work from Home Requirements

• Up-to-date Mac or Windows computer with anti-virus protection.
• Reliable high-speed internet connection.
• Quiet, distraction-free workspace.
• Tech-savvy and comfortable learning new tools and software.
• Must be comfortable and experienced using Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Outlook, Teams, Word, OneDrive).

Benefits

• Boost your wellness with a 50% discount on all Dr. Berg products.
• Experience the freedom of working fully remote.
• Achieve that perfect work-life balance with the incredible support of our dynamic team!
• Additional benefits for employment position such as PTO, health benefits, company paid gym membership and more!

Pay

$25 - 30/hour depending on experience

Hours

Monday–Friday, 9am-6pm EST

Location

Fully remote

Type

CONTRACT-to-hire

Note: As part of the interview process, you will be asked to complete a proofreading test.

Dr. Berg Nutritionals is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

We are not currently hiring international or California-based individuals. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer (W-2) positions.