Copy Editor Needed (Educational eBook & Publications)

Posted 2 days ago

Worldwide

Summary

About the Project: Hi! I'm looking for an experienced copy editor to professionally edit three educational publications while preserving my writing style, teaching framework, and author voice. This is a one-time fixed-price project with the potential for future editing work as additional publications are created. Project Details: Three educational publications: -Approximately 16,000 total words -Approximately 50 publication pages -Files provided in Microsoft Word or Google Docs Responsibilities: -Correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation -Improve readability and sentence flow -Ensure consistency across all publications -Preserve the author's voice and writing style -Suggest edits where appropriate without rewriting the content -Deliver edits using Track Changes (Word) or Suggested Edits (Google Docs) -Provide a clean final version after revisions are accepted -This project is for copy editing only. The framework, teaching methodology, messaging, and overall voice should remain intact. Timeline: All documents will be finalized before editing begins. Please include: -Your earliest available start date -Your estimated turnaround time -Your current availability Budget: Target budget: Approximately US$300 fixed price, depending on experience and scope. If your experience or portfolio supports a higher fee, you're welcome to include your required flat-rate proposal. Ideal Experience: I'm looking for someone who: -Has experience editing nonfiction books, ebooks, or educational publications -Has excellent written American English -Has strong attention to detail -Can preserve an author's voice while improving clarity -Communicates clearly and delivers work on time How to Apply: Please include: -A brief introduction -Two or three examples of similar editing projects or your portfolio -Your required flat fee -Your earliest available start date -Your estimated turnaround time -Your typical response time during business days If you're interested, I'd be happy to send a sample of the manuscript before finalizing the scope and pricing. I value professional expertise and welcome thoughtful recommendations if you believe there's a better approach. While I have a clear vision for the project, I'm looking to collaborate with an experienced professional and appreciate your insights and suggestions throughout the process. Please begin your proposal with "Blue Mountain" so I know you've read the entire posting. Thank you! I look forward to reviewing your application and hopefully building a long-term working relationship.

  • $300.00

    Fixed-price
  • Expert
    Experience Level
  • Remote Job
  • One-time project
    Project Type
Skills and Expertise
Mandatory skills
Copy Editing
Activity on this job
  • Proposals:20 to 50
  • Last viewed by client:2 days ago
  • Interviewing:
    3
  • Invites sent:
    5
  • Unanswered invites:
    2
About the client
Member since Apr 16, 2018
  • United States
    Scottsdale12:40 AM
  • $488 total spent
    14 hires, 0 active
  • 45 hours

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