First
impressions count!
Often
the first information the world has about you is from the words you write. Whatever your line of business, you don't want
to create an impression of sloppiness... but you do need people to trust you, to have faith in your work.
Your words are your message to the world…but what is that message actually saying?
Clean, clear
communication will build trust and win audiences. Proofing & Editing gives you more than basic error spotting.
By ensuring that spelling, grammar and punctuation are correct, that style is consistent, and that there are no misused
words or mixed tenses, you will ensure that all of your communication makes the best possible impression.
Very few can edit their own work. A
second pair of eyes can be invaluable... but is not expensive.
Why use Proofing & Editing?
• Experience and Ability — I have
fifteen years' experience of teaching literacy at primary level, plus many more years of proofreading and copy editing dissertations,
theses, manuscripts, English as a second language (ESL) documents & letters, plus newsletters, inlays, technical manuals,
handbooks, brochures and other marketing materials for videogames publishers, including company boilerplates, press releases
and advertisements. In addition, I have over twenty years’ experience of freelance journalism, media relations and copywriting,
plus have authored published articles, in both old and new media.
• Affordability and convenience
— Using Proofing & Editing saves you time and money. There are no staff wages or insurance to
pay, for a start. International clients, particularly those in the US, find it convenient to use a service which effectively
works while they sleep! More importantly, I can be usually be available at short notice, plus you only pay me when
you need me.
