25 Online Proofreading Jobs From Home

While these are just some places to find proofreading jobs, social media and networking can land you more gigs.

Lionbridge

Most of their job openings have very basic requirements which include a high school diploma.

Clear Voice

At Clear Voice, they hire beginners from around the world. The type of jobs they have available range from writing to proofreading. You get to work as a freelancer and complete work in your own time. Payments are made to you weekly or monthly by PayPal.

Polished Paper

To apply for an opportunity with Polished Paper, you will need to submit an application form and upload your resume. And the final stage is a 35 questionnaire editor test.

Kirkus Media

They are looking for freelance book reviewers in English and Spanish. Reviews need to be 350 words and due 2 weeks after the book is assigned. Submit some of your writing samples to increase your chance of being accepted.

Babbletype

The criteria for eligibility is that you are a native English speaker with a fluency in English and basic grammar knowledge. They pay weekly via PayPal and is a great place to start for beginner proofreaders.

Proofreadingservices.com

Pay is between $19-$46 an hour and can you can apply from any country. You will need to complete a 20-minute preliminary test to begin the application process. They have both full-time and part-time work opportunities.

Cambridge Proofreading

They are actively recruiting remote academic editors. A bachelor’s degree is a minimum requirement due to the academic nature of the work. You can expect to be proofreading and editing a wide range of materials but predominantly dissertations and theses from ESL students and academics. Typical rates of pay are $20-30 per hour, depending on your editing speed.

Domainite

You can apply by filling out an online application form. They require you to edit a sample as part of the application process.

Gramlee

Their website accepts clients that need editing completed within 24 hours. This means there is constant work coming in through the door – more opportunity for you. You can submit your application form right here.

Edit Fast

They hire freelance proofreaders and will send you notifications when there is potential work available from clients. You can sign up with them to be notified.

English Trackers

They have a job board directory that you can check regularly to see if there is a suitable job vacancy. You can also sign up with them to get weekly job listings delivered to your inbox.

eCorrectors

Whether you are a professional proofreader or a translator, you can apply with eCorrector. Just email them your resume to be eligible.

Kibin

They occasionally hire proofreaders and freelance editors. Good to check them out to see if they are hiring.

Scribe

You can choose to work either full time or as a freelancer. If you see a job that doesn’t suit you, subscribe to get email alerts to be notified of new job openings.

Cactus

They have been on the top 20 list of the best telecommuting jobs by Forbes in 2016. To apply you need to have a degree in the subjects listed here. Prior editing experience is not necessary but can be an advantage.

ProofreadingPal

They require you to have a minimum of 5 years of work experience and you can earn up to $3,000 a month. If you are eligible to apply, there is an online independent contractor form that needs to be completed and you should hear back from them within 5-10 business days.

Scribbr

You will have opportunities to edit essays and thesis for students.

Wordvice

You need to be a qualified and experienced freelance editor to apply. They don’t specify how many years of experience is needed, although typical work involves editing research articles, thesis, and essays.