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$50
Fixed Price
Intermediate
Experience Level
Hi! I know that $50 is very low, but I need one last review. I, unfortunately, hired someone here who did a very poor job so I had to…
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Hours needed
1 to 3 months
Duration
Intermediate
Experience Level
Hello there! We are seeking a Beta Reader for our Contemporary Romance book. It is around 60k words. The tropes include forbidden lov…
Less than 30 hrs/week
Hours needed
Less than 1 month
Duration
Intermediate
Experience Level
Hello! I would like to write a financial/business book and need a ghostwriter, are you available to work on this project?
$400
Fixed Price
Intermediate
Experience Level
I’m looking for an Editor to read and do a basic editorial assessment. I’m not looking for a line by line, intensive edit. I’m looking…
Less than 30 hrs/week
Hours needed
More than 6 months
Duration
Intermediate
Experience Level
RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Seek new and innovative public and private funding at the local, state, and national levels. 2. Develop grant prop…
$50
Fixed Price
Entry
Experience Level
Translate Italian text from 2 brochures into English.
Less than 30 hrs/week
Hours needed
Less than 1 month
Duration
Entry
Experience Level
Hello, I need USA native for a simple audio recording project. I need about 50 tasks. Each task consists of two people talking to each…
Less than 30 hrs/week
Hours needed
Less than 1 month
Duration
Entry
Experience Level
Hello, I need USA native for a simple audio recording project. I need about 50 tasks. Each task consists of two people talking to each…
Less than 30 hrs/week
Hours needed
1 to 3 months
Duration
Entry
Experience Level
We are looking for proofreaders to review Ukrainian AI (machine generated) translations for videos in an existing web-based interface.…
30+ hrs/week
Hours needed
More than 6 months
Duration
Expert
Experience Level
Company: ENBYNYC, a provider of gender affirming content and resources Job Description: We are seeking a talented and experienced Blog…
can earn $18–$35/hr.
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How to Become a Freelance Proofreader
If you love the written word and have a passion for reading and editing, then proofreading might be the best career for you. Read on to learn more about how to become a freelance proofreader.
Most proofreaders hold a bachelor's degree in English, journalism, or an equivalent area. You can have a degree in just about any area, however, as long as you have an excellent understanding of, and proficiency in, the written language.
What does a freelance proofreader do?
A proofreader is responsible for reading copy to ensure proper spelling, punctuation, and sentence structure. Proofreaders may be tasked with additional responsibilities. Some proofreaders are required to simply proofread the text to ensure every word is spelled correctly and used in its proper context, while others are asked to compare the text to the source and make sure previous edits were implemented.
Proofreaders will either mark up content identifying where corrections need to be made for another party to make the changes or make the corrections themselves. In either case, a freelance proofreader manages these tasks for their clients on a per-project basis or on an ongoing basis across multiple projects. Typical projects a freelance proofreader might work on include proofing/copy editing social media profiles and posts, proofreading for bloggers, or freelancing for a proofreading business.
What proofreading skills do I need?
Common skills a freelance proofreader should possess include:
- Familiarity with basic and advanced grammar rules
- Understanding of how language is to be used in accordance with specific style guides, such as Chicago Manual of Style, Associated Press, and APA
- Proficiency in identifying errors in spelling, punctuation, and formatting
- Ability to communicate effectively with writers and related staff
- Familiarity with editorial software such as Google Docs, Microsoft Word, and Adobe Acrobat
What are the job responsibilities of a freelance proofreader?
Freelance proofreaders are responsible for reviewing various forms of content to ensure proper spelling, sentence structure, and readability. Overall responsibilities include:
- Reviewing and correcting documents for spelling, punctuation, grammar, and style
- Checking dates, numbers, and other statements to ensure accuracy
- Making all corrections and/or suggest edits to the document
- Adhering to proofreading deadlines
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