Copyediting

Check for consistency, grammar, punctuation, spelling, syntax, tone, word usage; develop and follow a style sheet. Also check flow and structure of sentences and paragraphs, accessibility, repeated phrases and words, assess for level of formality, reading level, and platform.

Proofreading

Check final copy to make sure all corrections from editing and copyediting have been made, double-check spelling, names, and numbers; check for typos and punctuation. Check that page numbers, running heads, images, captions, and credits are in the right place per the style sheet. Scan each page for anything that may jump out as an error.

Fact-Checking

Verify accuracy of facts, such as dates, numbers, names of people, titles, places, and things, and quotations using authoritative sources with citations.

Style Guides

I can create style guides for an organization or a standalone project. A style guide is essential for ensuring consistency in style and gives editors and designers a source document that guides how the organization or project will represent itself to readers.

Indexing

Create a subject index to appear in the back of a printed book or embedded in a digital publication. Areas of familiarity: health and medicine, cooking, food, nutrition, rowing, yoga, running, and medieval English language and literature.

Writing

Profiles, feature articles, newsletters, institutional communications, incidental copy, and other material as needed.

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