Copyeditor

Tholga Research Consulting Private Limited draws inspiration from the 3000-year-old legacy of Tholkappiyar, whose magnus opus Tholgkappiam directs the language and life of Tamil Nadu. Tholga offers top-tier editorial services tailored for researchers and specializes in enhancing the clarity, coherence, and scholarly merit of research documents, ensuring they adhere to the highest standards of excellence and increasing the chances of acceptance in good-quality journals.

Role Description

This is a hybrid role for copyeditors at Tholga, located in Chennai, with occasional requirements to visit the office. The copyeditor will be responsible for ensuring that the manuscript they edit clearly communicates the research by ensuring the accuracy of grammar, punctuation, and spelling in various types of documents. Daily tasks include text editing, proofreading, and providing editorial support to ensure high-quality writing standards. The Copyeditor will collaborate with various teams to refine content and maintain consistency in all written materials.

Qualifications

• Strong grammar, punctuation, and proofreading skills
• Proficiency in text editing and editorial tasks as well as in MS Word.
• Excellent writing skills
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams
• A master's or higher degree in any subject
• Two to four years of experience in copyediting or editorial roles
• Familiarity with at least one of the style manuals

The hiring process

• Initial online screening followed by an editing test and interview.

Salary

INR 2.0-2.5 lakh per annum. This range is indicative and minimum; candidates who perform better in the editing test and interview may be considered for a higher salary.