Proofreaders and Copy Markers
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SOC 43-9081
AI exposure: 78/100
targeted tier. The score is a relative index of task exposure from 0 to 100. It is not a percentage chance of losing a job or a forecast of layoffs. Individual tasks, employer choices, adoption, and regulation all matter.
| Occupation | Exposure /100 | Median annual wage | Stored growth projection | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Proofreaders and Copy Markers | 78 | $46,430 | -5% | 9,500 |
Skills associated with this occupation
- Attention to Detail
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Organization
- Speed
Frequently asked questions
Will AI replace Proofreaders and Copy Markers?
The Index cannot predict whether AI will replace an individual Proofreaders and Copy Markers role. Its 78/100 score is a relative estimate of task exposure, not a probability of job loss.
What does the exposure score mean?
The published value is 78/100, in the Targeted band. Higher values indicate greater estimated exposure within the model. It is not a measured share of tasks or a government employment forecast.
What wage and growth figures are available?
The source profile lists $46,430 median annual wage and -5% projected growth, with no source projection window recorded. Check original source dates and local conditions before treating those as current opportunities.
Can my personal assessment differ?
Yes. A generated assessment can consider the tasks you describe; an occupation-based fallback uses a broader baseline. Both are estimates. A different result is not proof that your job has changed.
Sources and methodology
The score is a relative index of task exposure from 0 to 100. It is not a percentage chance of losing a job or a forecast of layoffs. Individual tasks, employer choices, adoption, and regulation all matter.
The Index uses stored BLS-based occupation data. O*NET, OECD capability indicators, and task-exposure research are contextual references. The derivation of the stored occupation scores is not reproducibly documented in the published dataset.
The source snapshot does not record the wage-survey year or employment-projection window. Check the original BLS release before treating these figures as current. Editorial changes and export dates do not establish data freshness.
Related occupations
| Occupation | Exposure /100 | Median annual wage | Stored growth projection | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks | 78 | $47,440 | -5% | 1,533,500 |
| Desktop Publishers | 78 | $48,020 | -15% | 10,100 |
| Correspondence Clerks | 78 | $43,340 | -10% | 7,700 |
| Postal Service Mail Sorters, Processors, and Processing Machine Operators | 78 | $52,060 | -10% | 96,800 |
| Order Clerks | 78 | $39,320 | -10% | 98,900 |
| Packaging and Filling Machine Operators | 78 | $37,340 | -3% | 285,400 |
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