In the proofreading, copy editing, and developmental editing world, the newest trend is taking up freelancing or contract work. It allows the editor to work from wherever they are and live life free from a cubicle or other small, enclosed spaces where agencies and publishers keep language wranglers. It also allows an editor to gain a better sense of control over their schedule and pay rate. Being able to work from home can save hard-working professionals money in the long haul and provide a more flexible life, for professionals with family responsibilities or desires to work in various settings.
Starting a profile on EditFast will put you in connection with Robert Kidd, a well-educated, experienced document editor who knows authors and writers working within a wide selection of genres and styles. Every kind of written document from personal letters to full-length novels are being submitted to Robert on a regular-enough basis that he can guarantee payment, which comes to the editor about 30 days after the work has been completed.
Every proofreader, copy editor, and developmental editor Robert works with has a degree from a recognized university, and they are screened with editing-skills tests that you’re required to take to determine your level of professional expertise. However, as long as you’ve got that degree and solid working knowledge of your skill, you can be at an entry-level skill set and still be selected for work. If you’re just beginning and looking for a career in the document editing field, apply as a proofreader and work your way up to developmental editing projects over time. Robert is a reliable and personable networker who wants to connect you with your kindred author.
From the EditFast website, an author has the choice of choosing an editor based on a keyword search or simply submitting the document to Robert via the site so that he can choose an editor he deems the most complementary to the needs of the author and expectations of the manuscript. This means there is no guaranteed regularity to the work that may come in for you.
Bring your most professional attitude, willingness to work hard and work fast, and your concentrated effort to produce clear, concise, and coherent writing, and Robert won’t let you down. Understand that there’s an element of timing and waiting that you may have to do between projects, but Robert won’t leave you out in the cold as long as you are a diplomatic, patient, and professional worker. Having a profile on the EditFast website is the first step to securing work from a well-known and honest publishing networker who wants to help the authors and editors who turn to him to create publishable and functional projects within every genre, style, or context.
If you are interested in knowing more about our services, please contact us at hello@editfast.com, or via the Contact Us form on the EditFast website.