Proofreaders and Copy Markers — Job Outlook
Employment projections for 2024–2034 from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Projected Growth
-0.6%
2024–2034
Annual Openings
1,900
projected per year
Outlook Rating
Little or no changeWhat This Means
Employment of proofreaders and copy markers is projected to decline +0.6% from 2024 to 2034.
About 1,900 openings are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force.
The median annual wage for this occupation was $49,210 as of the latest data. About 5,160 people were employed in this role.
Typical Entry-Level Education
Bachelor's Degree