Vivek Ahuja
Ahmedabad
Summary
Meticulous and detail-oriented Proofreader with 15 years of experience in the publishing industry, specializing in grammar, syntax, spelling, and formatting accuracy for books, journals, and digital publications. Adept at maintaining brand tone, ensuring adherence to style guides, and working with tight deadlines without compromising quality. Proven ability to collaborate with editors, authors, and design teams to produce error-free, high-quality content.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Proofreader
Kumar Publications
04.2013 - Current
- Review, proof-read, and correct manuscripts, page proofs, and other content for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and consistency.
- Ensure adherence to Kumar Publications’ style guide and brand tone across all materials.
- Check for factual accuracy, logical flow, and clarity in all published material.
- Collaborate with editors and authors to resolve queries and clarify changes.
- Cross-check design layouts, tables, captions, and references for accuracy.
- Perform final pre-press checks before materials go to print.
- Train and mentor junior proofreaders and editorial assistants.
- Suggest process improvements to enhance editorial quality control.
- Coordinate with the design and production team to ensure timely project delivery.
- Keep updated with industry trends, language developments, and publishing best practices.
- Prioritized critical issues, items and functions and set achievable goals to measure progress.
- Researched content and grammatical issues to check accuracy of information.
Proofreader
Rojana Channel
10.2019 - 04.2020
- Performed administrative tasks such as copying, faxing, and reception work with accuracy and efficiency.
- Marked copy to indicate and correct errors in type, arrangement or spelling using standard printers' marks.
- Reviewed and edited documents for accuracy of language and style.
- Proofread, edited and evaluated final copy to verify content aligned with established guidelines.
Proofreader
Navneet Publications
04.2008 - 03.2013
- Checked and corrected grammatical and spelling errors in diverse documents.
- Collaborated with editors to meet project deadlines and solicit customer feedback and transparency on work progress.
- Compared assigned tasks to internal and external information databases for accuracy and plagiarism.
- Followed established guidelines to maintain style quality and consistency in produced content.
Education
Diploma in Journalism And Mass Communication From - Journalism And Mass Communication
Hiramani School
Ahmedabad, India04-2005
Bachelor of Arts - English
Gujarat University
Ahmedabad, India04-2003
Skills
- Exceptional command over English grammar, spelling, and punctuation
- Keen eye for detail with strong focus on accuracy and consistency
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team
- Interpreting complex documents
- Handling all types of composing work such as writing, proofreading and editing for books, magazines, journals, promotional materials, booklets and pamphlets
- Translating articles in English, Gujarati & Hindi
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Gujarati
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Punjabi
Beginner (A1)
Timeline
Proofreader
Rojana Channel
10.2019 - 04.2020
Senior Proofreader
Kumar Publications
04.2013 - Current
Proofreader
Navneet Publications
04.2008 - 03.2013
Diploma in Journalism And Mass Communication From - Journalism And Mass Communication
Hiramani School
Bachelor of Arts - English
Gujarat University
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