Administrative Assistant - New York, United States - Softworld, a Kelly Company

Description

Job Title: Administrative Assistant - Proofreader (Printing Office)

Location: Haskett Drive Syosset, NY 11791

Job Description:

The Proofreader provides admin support to a printing services group of a public organization and is responsible for reviewing, editing and preparing materials (jobs) for printing.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Proofreading / Review documents for grammar, spelling, and style
• Making modifications to existing documents or setting up simple business cards and letterheads
• Check jobs that are printed to ensure that everything is printed correctly.
• Desktop publishing tools and graphic design software knowledge
• Answer calls from customers and provide updates on job status.
• Deadline-oriented, Time-management focused.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Ability to learn/work on different platforms.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• PROOFREADING - strong, proven proofreading experience as a key job responsibility.
• Basic graphic design skills - ability to make modifications to existing documents or setting up simple graphics/docs (business cards, letterheads, etc.)
• Desktop publishing tools and graphic design software knowledge
• Extraordinary attention to detail
• Solid Office / Administration experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Flexibility to wear multiple hats at times, ability to multi-task.

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Ideally strong knowledge in Desktop publishing tools/graphic design software (InDesign would be best but anything is great)
• Previous job where Proofreading was a main responsibility.
• Experience working with Vendors.

Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit their resume.