Errors show that you have weaknesses, while well-written, clean copy leads to credibility—a key part of reaching your goals. I offer two editorial services to support you in this: copyediting and proofreading.
Compare Editorial Services
| Copyedit | Proof | |
| Fix grammatical, punctuation, spelling, and word choice errors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Fix style-consistency errors | ✓ | |
| Move text to fix minimal organization issues | ✓ | |
| Maintain a consistent tone/style | ✓ | |
| Remove unnecessary or redundant text | ✓ | |
| Restructure sentences for clarity and better flow/pacing | ✓ | |
| Basic fact-checking | ✓ | |
| More | ✓ | |
| The below falls under substantive editing, which I don't offer anymore. However, working with a good copywriter likely means you're all set with these things in the first place. | ||
| Point out major structural, organizational, and other issues | ||
| Comment toward stronger writing and storytelling/topic delivery |
Which Service Is Right for You?
The answer may be both: one first, then the other.
While editing, editors mainly target higher-level issues, so we're liable to miss grammatical details and typos. Even though we scan for these while editing as well, proofreading focuses on these.
So, if you already received professional editing on your text, or are confident it's in nearly perfect shape (maybe it was written by a professional copywriter), then a proofread alone is great. Otherwise, for best results, request copyediting, review my edits, and then request proofreading.
Why Proofreading Is Important After Editing
This way, I can make sure you've input the changes correctly without introducing new mistakes and that any final flubs left after editing are also cleared away.
→ For printed materials, I can proofread before and/or after the typesetting stage.
If you're still unsure which service you'll most benefit from, show me your project, and I'll make a recommendation.
Testimonial
Thank you for the edits. You definitely made the copy flow better and I found the comments you made very helpful.
—Matthew Bates, USA, Lawyer & Creator of SmartBarPrep
What I Edit & Proofread
Currently, I only edit/proofread English text. Text such as...
- Copy for companies, start-ups, and non-profit organizations
- Advertisements and marketing materials
- Sites, blog posts, and articles
- Non-fiction ebooks and print books
- Materials for health centers, private practices, and hospitals
- Brochures and mailers
- Manuals for products and programs
- Presentations and proposals
- Social media copy
- Text for local and small, online and brick-and-mortar businesses and shops
- & much more
What I Charge for Editorial Services
Copyediting
- $0.06 per word
- Rush job (24-48 hours): $0.12 per word
- Project minimum of $22
- Comparable per-hour pricing available
Proofreading
- $0.04 per word
- Rush job (24-48 hours): $0.09 per word
- Project minimum of $20
- Comparable per-hour pricing available
How It Works
Normally, I perform my services with Microsoft Word's Track Changes, a tool that allows you to see my corrections and accept or reject them. (Don't have Word? Download OpenOffice, which is compatible and free.)
However, if you prefer, I can use Adobe Acrobat or some other program to share my changes.
Free Sample & Quote
I offer free samples for serious inquiries. Just contact me with part or all of your project and ask for one. I'll return a no-obligation, tailored-to-you sample. That way we can both see if we're a good fit.
Testimonials
Thank you so much for working on this for me. You did a great job! When you're so close to something, it can be hard to figure out what needs to be done to make it better. You were able to tighten up my writing, take out a lot of clunky and unnecessary sections, and make this piece shine. Thank you!
—Jeanna D. Rutledge, USA, Freelance Writer & Editor
I am very happy to tell you that through your impeccable and professional editing and proof reading, I have been able to improve my English grammar. This is definitely a plus from your service that I was not expecting to receive. Additionally, your witty and insightful comments helped me determine and perfect the intention of my written piece.
Congratulations for providing this superb service. It is one of a kind.
—Debora Vazquez, USA, Writer