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What I do
When you hire me to proofread, I will focus on the following main points:
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Correcting grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors
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Tweaking sentences to ensure that they flow smoothly
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Adapting vocabulary to suit the document type and purpose
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Removing repetition and editing for concision
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Fixing inconsistencies, including in capitalisation and punctuation
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Highlighting unclear sentences and suggesting corrections
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Where applicable, checking that citations and references are clear and correct
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In short, proofreading is about making sure you can communicate your meaning as clearly and effectively as possible. This makes it great for putting a final polish on your work.
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I am proficient in the use of British Standards Institution (BSI) marks. However, I can mark up errors in Word documents using Track Changes, or in PDF documents using Comments. I am comfortable working on screen or on paper, and can proofread blind or against copy.
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Please note: Increasing or decreasing a document’s word count is not included in our proofreading service.
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Disclaimer: While a I will always aim for the highest standards, it’s important to note that any remaining errors are ultimately the responsibility of the publisher.
To start the process
Before agreeing the work, I will need a brief detailing:
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the type of work, e.g. a novel, website, marketing material
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the full word count
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your schedule – to include when you will send the work and the deadline for its return
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the intended audience of the piece of work
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if it has one author or many
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if it has any tables, charts, illustrations, reference lists, etc.
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Work can commence once this information has been received, you confirm you are happy with my fees, and have accepted my terms and conditions.
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