Proofreading Worker
こうせいさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that checks text, layout, color, etc., in printed materials and proof prints, identifies errors or misalignments, and issues correction instructions.
Description
Proofreading workers inspect proof sheets and final products in detail during the printing process, correcting misprints and omissions, adjusting layouts, and verifying color tones and halftone dots. They identify defects such as plate misalignment and printing unevenness, maintain quality by issuing correction instructions or creating correction data, and use DTP software and proofreading equipment while collaborating with printing operators and designers to deliver accurate finished products.
Future Outlook
Even as digitalization and automation technologies advance, demand for high-quality printed materials persists, and the need for highly specialized proofreading workers is expected to remain.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Factory work / In-house work / Sedentary work / Shift work / Team collaboration
Career Path
Proofreading staff → Senior proofreading worker → Proofreading leader → Printing quality management manager → Quality assurance staff
Required Skills
DTP software operation / Layout and typography / Printing process knowledge / Proofreading marks
Recommended Skills
Color adjustment / English document proofreading / Proofreading support tools / Quality management techniques
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required to not miss fine details in text or color shifts. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | High creativity is not required as it involves checking existing text and layouts. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical analysis is not required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Primarily desk work with little heavy labor. |
Aliases
- Proofreader
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