A copyreader is a communication or editorial professional who reviews written content for grammar, spelling, punctuation, style, clarity, and consistency.
Naturally, copyreaders are trying to find and remove any potential mistakes that might have been made by the copywriter. The copyreader‘s task is to see whether any typography, style, or other language mistakes have been made. Another word for copyreader is proofreader.
The most important responsibilities of a proofreader, or a copyreader, are:
- Correcting grammar, punctuation, and spelling errors
- Ensuring adherence to style guides (e.g., AP Style, Chicago Manual)
- Checking for clarity, coherence, and tone
- Verifying facts, names, and dates
- Identifying inconsistencies or redundancies