Skills and Experience
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5 Tips for Handling Your First Proofreading Job
5 Tips for Handling Your First Proofreading Job
Sep 05, 2021
If you’re a new or aspiring proofreader, you’re probably wondering how you’ll tackle your first proofreading job. In this post, we’ll show you how to succeed at your first freelance gig by: Making sure to define, and then stick to, your client’s brief. Having confidence in your skills as a proofreader. Using checklists to help […]
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How to Create a Proofreading Portfolio for Your Website
How to Create a Proofreading Portfolio for Your Website
Sep 02, 2021
If you’re a freelance proofreader, creating a strong portfolio is a great way to document your previous experience, thus showing potential clients that you know what you’re doing. A proofreading portfolio will consist of a selection, either comprehensive or select, of works you have previously proofread. But how should you put one together? In this […]
Do You Need Qualifications to Work as a Proofreader?
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5 Reasons Proofreading Is the Perfect Student Job
Oct 29, 2020
Proofreading is an ideal student job. Don’t believe us? We can give you five great reasons: Proofreading lets you earn while you study. Freelance work is flexible, so you can fit it around your schedule. You can improve your own writing skills by working as a proofreader. You’ll also develop valuable professional skills for life […]
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5 Tips for Starting a Career in Proofreading with No Experience
Oct 25, 2020
Thinking about a career as a freelance proofreader? Worried you don’t have the right training or background? If so, we have good news! You can start on your path to working as a proofreader with no experience whatsoever. All you need to do is: Research what a proofreader does and brush up on your core […]
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5 Reasons Proofreading Is Perfect for Stay-at-Home Parents
Oct 08, 2020
As a stay-at-home dad, you might not have thought about balancing childcare with a career in proofreading. But working as a freelance proofreader is one of the best jobs around for stay-at-home parents! Want to know why? We’ll give you five reasons: You don’t need a lot of training to start (our course will get […]
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5 Top Tips for New Freelance Proofreaders
Jul 05, 2020
If you’re just starting out in the world of proofreading and editing, what do you need to know? And what should you expect? In this post, we offer five top tips for new freelance proofreaders. 1. Focus on the Brief A clear brief is key for any proofreading or editing job, especially for newer freelancers. […]
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What Computing Skills Does a Proofreader Need?
Mar 26, 2020
In the old days, a proofreader could get by with nothing but a red pen and a set of arcane symbols. Now, though, technology has changed everything. So, do you need to be a technical whizz-kid to proofread in the modern world? Not quite, but you may need some computing skills. For instance, a proofreader […]
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3 Tips for Staying Focused While Proofreading
Feb 17, 2020
Attention to detail is crucial for any proofreader. But how can you maintain your focus when editing long, dry documents? Or when working for hours on end? We won’t claim to have all the answers, but we do have three great tips for staying focused while proofreading. 1. Take Regular Breaks Fatigue is the number […]
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Have You Got What It Takes to Be a Proofreader?
Have You Got What It Takes to Be a Proofreader?
Jan 06, 2020
People often ask us whether you need a qualification to be a proofreader. The short answer is . Anyone can give proofreading a try! However, there are some skills you need: Strong English language skills for refining written documents. Attention to detail and concentration. The ability to communicate clearly with clients. skills and self-motivation. Digital […]