I can work with both hard copy and electronic media, and on many different types of documentation and subjects.
Not sure what service you need? I offer proofreading, copy-editing, rewriting and restructuring, and plain English and clear communication.
Proofreading
Proofreading is a final check of a document to catch errors. I check:
- Spelling, punctuation, grammar
- Cross references: text, figures, tables, appendices
- Page/section numbering
- Formatting: consistency of headings, typefaces and paragraph layouts
- Consistency of spelling and style.
Copy-editing
Copy-editing ensures your raw text is correct, clear and easy to read. I will fix and improve:
- Spelling, punctuation and grammar
- Cross references: text, figures, tables, appendices
- Page/section numbering
- Formatting – consistency of headings, typefaces and paragraph layouts
- Consistency of spelling and style
- Sentence and paragraph construction
- Application of a consistent or ‘house’ style
- Presence of references in academic papers
- Expression and use of words – very useful for writers who have English as a second language (ESL).
Rewriting and restructuring
More than copy-editing, this is in-depth work to:
- Develop the text or improve tone
- Shorten overlong text
- Rewrite text for authors who are struggling
- Reorganise the text to improve sense and clarity.
Plain English and clear communication
In summary, I will unpack the original document(s), reorganise and restructure them to be clear and logical for their target audience, and rewrite the content using clear language.