Tag: proofreading

They Really Do Like Me

The job of a proofreader is often the least appreciated at any organization and goes far beyond the scope of making sure the word public isn’t mistakenly spelled pubic. Don’t laugh. I’ve caught that error in the past. We are fact-checkers, legal liaisons, and basically a safety net between the organization or its clients and … Continue reading They Really Do Like Me →

What People Think I Do: Proofreader’s Version

There’s a meme floating around and I’d be quite remiss by not taking advantage of it. Take note, however, that this assessment is based on my extremely limited capacity as a proofreader in my current position for a company that will remain nameless. Click on the image for a larger version. You like? Make your … Continue reading What People Think I Do: Proofreader’s Version →

Tottaly

Dear Facebook application developers: If you're going to take the time to create a game that involves spelling, you might want to make sure yours is correct. This is especially true if I want to brag about my accomplishment on my Wall. Peace and granola, Mr. Disgruntled Unemployed Proofreader Guy (*grunts*) UPDATE: This is about … Continue reading Tottaly →

This Aggression Will Not Stand

Anthony and his friend Vanessa regularly play for at least an hour each day once she gets home from school. And for the most part, despite Vanessa being three years Anthony's senior, they get along very well. But something happened yesterday that threw a wrench into their playtime. Whatever it was, Anthony felt that an … Continue reading This Aggression Will Not Stand →

Career Change

As I continue to search the classifieds for a job, I’m beginning to think that the time I spent as a magazine writer and proofreader was just a big joke. I realize the market sucks right now but I figured that with a little over 3 years spent in each occupation that I would at … Continue reading Career Change →