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Writing & Translation editing & proofreading

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$10/hr Starting at $40

  • researching the market including reading relevant publications or blogs, and staying up to date with writing that is being produced in your chosen field
  • selecting subject matter based on personal or public interest, or commissioned by a publisher or agent
  • undertaking background research including desk-based research and conducting site visits or interviews
  • writing individual pieces, including using the technical skills of writing and being able to structure and plan individual projects
  • editing, revising, and reviewing work especially in response to feedback
  • working to tight deadlines, especially for theatre, screen, and radio
  • submitting material for publication in the required and expected format
  • networking with other writers, as well as others involved in the industry such as publishers, booksellers, and organizers of literary events
  • liaising with publishers, agents, script editors, producers, and directors
  • finding, pursuing, and maintaining knowledge of publication opportunities
  • marketing, including maintaining an online presence through a website, blog, or social media presence
  • talking about your work at events, such as literary festivals, and conducting readings or book signings
  • teaching writing in further or higher education settings or running workshops privately
  • critiquing the work of other writers including sometimes providing mentoring or coaching services
  • managing the business side of writing including maintaining financial records, checking contracts, and submitting invoices and tax returns.

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$10/hr Ongoing

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  • researching the market including reading relevant publications or blogs, and staying up to date with writing that is being produced in your chosen field
  • selecting subject matter based on personal or public interest, or commissioned by a publisher or agent
  • undertaking background research including desk-based research and conducting site visits or interviews
  • writing individual pieces, including using the technical skills of writing and being able to structure and plan individual projects
  • editing, revising, and reviewing work especially in response to feedback
  • working to tight deadlines, especially for theatre, screen, and radio
  • submitting material for publication in the required and expected format
  • networking with other writers, as well as others involved in the industry such as publishers, booksellers, and organizers of literary events
  • liaising with publishers, agents, script editors, producers, and directors
  • finding, pursuing, and maintaining knowledge of publication opportunities
  • marketing, including maintaining an online presence through a website, blog, or social media presence
  • talking about your work at events, such as literary festivals, and conducting readings or book signings
  • teaching writing in further or higher education settings or running workshops privately
  • critiquing the work of other writers including sometimes providing mentoring or coaching services
  • managing the business side of writing including maintaining financial records, checking contracts, and submitting invoices and tax returns.

Skills & Expertise

Academic EditingAPA StyleArticle EditingAssociated Press (AP) StyleBook EditingChicago Manual of StyleCitationsCopyeditingDevelopmental EditingEditingEnglish GrammarLine EditingMLA StyleProofreadingRevisionsStyle Guide DevelopmentSubstantive EditingTechnical Editing

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