Our Story
J.Crew gets you dressed every day, for every occasion.
Since 1983, we’ve been creating classics that feel familiar and refreshingly new, crafted with unbeatable quality and distinctive point of view—it’s no wonder we’ve been in your closet for four decades and counting.
Today, we continue to do the classics our way, inspiring not only how you shop but how you define your personal style. Our commitment runs deeper than just making great clothes—we’re proud of our role in getting you dressed with confidence, character, and celebrating a distinctly American sensibility that makes us who we are.
Our dedication to Diversity, Equity, Belonging & Sustainability has been celebrated with industry recognition, reflecting our commitment to fostering an inclusive and sustainable workplace.
Summary
The Senior Proofreader is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, consistency and quality of digital and print copy across J.Crew Factory’s promotional and brand marketing channels. This role reviews and approves marketing assets for grammar, spelling, style, punctuation, brand voice, promotional accuracy, legal compliance and visual consistency.
Working closely with Creative, Copy, Brand Operations, Marketing, E-commerce, Merchandising and Legal teams, the Senior Proofreader will ensure that all messaging is clear and error-free across digital, print and in-store touchpoints.
Responsibilities
Proofread and quality-check promotional and brand-marketing materials across email, website, paid media, social media, SMS, direct mail, store signage, packaging and other customer-facing channels.
Verify the accuracy of promotional offers, pricing, product names and details, discount language, exclusions, dates, legal disclaimers and call-to-action messaging.
Ensure adherence to J.Crew Factory’s brand voice, editorial standards and style guidelines.
Identify and correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, formatting and typographical errors.
Review and validate legal and compliance language in partnership with Legal and Marketing teams.
Manage multiple concurrent projects while maintaining exceptional attention to detail in a fast-paced retail environment.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing or a related field.
5+ years of proofreading, copyediting or editorial experience, preferably in retail, fashion, e-commerce or consumer marketing.
Exceptional command of English grammar, punctuation, syntax and usage.
Experience proofreading high-volume promotional and marketing content.
Strong understanding of promotional messaging, pricing structures and offer mechanics.
Ability to identify and resolve inconsistencies across versions of creative assets.
Excellent organizational, communication and project management skills.
Knowledge of Chicago style and proficiency in programs such as InDesign, Photoshop, Figma, JIRA and Excel.
Ability to work effectively and independently under fluctuating deadlines while maintaining accuracy.
We welcome you to apply, even if you don't check all the boxes. Our passion is scouting life-long learners who are driven by curiosity, and who feel connected to our brands and share our desire to make an impact. We’re always seeking bright new talent who leverage their unique experiences to discover, grow and evolve with our teams.
Benefits + Perks
Health & Well-being - Eligible associates and family members receive medical, dental, prescription and vision insurance, family planning (fertility, adoption & surrogacy support), fitness discounts, medical travel and more.
Associate Discount - We love our products just as much as you do! That’s why we offer a great associate discount across all of our brands (J.Crew, J.Crew Factory, and Madewell).
Summer Fridays - In addition to our hybrid work model, we also close our office at 1:00 PM every Friday during the Summer months.
Community Impact - We support the communities where we live and work through our philanthropic efforts and the J.Crew Cares Program.
Winter Break - In addition to our PTO package, J.Crew Group offers a winter break at the end of December to eligible full-time associates at the Home Office to provide time to refresh and recharge.
Note: Availability of these benefits and perks may be subject to work location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements.
Hourly Range: $33.65 - $40.83At J.Crew Group (JCG) we aim to pay competitively for our company’s size and industry. The base salary offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region of work premises, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. The base salary is just one component of J.Crew Group’s competitive total rewards strategy that also includes the opportunity for bonus, competitive benefits and perks.
One of our core focuses here at JCG is creating a community and culture that builds belonging. We are deeply committed to our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts, and we warmly welcome job applicants of all backgrounds.
JCG is proud to affirmatively provide equal opportunity to all associates and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, legally protected physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other basis protected under applicable law.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing or related field
- 5+ years of proofreading, copyediting or editorial experience, preferably in retail, fashion, e-commerce or consumer marketing
- Exceptional command of English grammar, punctuation, syntax and usage
- Experience proofreading high-volume promotional and marketing content
- Strong understanding of promotional messaging, pricing structures and offer mechanics
- Ability to identify and resolve inconsistencies across versions of creative assets
- Excellent organizational, communication and project management skills
- Knowledge of Chicago style
- Proficiency in InDesign, Photoshop, Figma, JIRA and Excel
- Ability to work effectively and independently under fluctuating deadlines while maintaining accuracy
What We Do
We think shopping should be fun. Actually, really fun. As in, scoring our exclusive collection of colorful, classic styles at prices that can’t be beat. A fan of lots of options in amazing fits? You’ve got it. Looking for some great accessories you won’t find anywhere else? Check. Need to get dressed for a day at the office, a weekend get-together or your next family vacation? Easy, preppy-inspired outfits are a part of our DNA, so we’ve got you covered. Whatever the occasion, we’ve got styles for the whole family that’ll have your crew looking good. Plus, there are always deals waiting for you—24 hours a day, seven days a week.
