Readers respond to good writing.
I help companies and individuals present themselves in the best light through their communications.
ABOUT MY WORK
I refine and refresh print and digital copy of all kinds, mainly for ad agencies and well-known companies in highly regulated industries (particularly finance, education and health care). Accuracy, flexibility and consistency are my hallmarks. I provide the structure and polish that ensure your ideas click with readers. I offer a fresh eye to cut through industry jargon, and my attention to detail means I catch and correct the errors that can undermine your credibility and your message. I also consult on ways to shape communications to better reach target audiences. My home base is Salem, Massachusetts, but I work remotely with clients across the US and around the world.
Examples of project types:
- Editing and proofreading proposal responses, pitches, presentations, white papers, industry articles, fact sheets, case studies, online courses, and print and digital marketing materials of all kinds, including articles, videos, mailers and brochures, for both new and established companies
- Editing and proofreading website copy, email blasts, brochures, signage, social media posts, online ads and more for companies that are launching, revamping or rebranding
- Copy editing and proofreading a variety of weekly investor communications for a financial services firm
- Proofreading all materials for an ad agency that provides marketing for a national hospital group
- Proofreading agency presentations and reports submitted for government contracts in the energy sector and city planning arena
- Proofreading email campaigns for a variety of colleges
- Copy editing and proofreading consumer educational materials regarding student loan options
- Researching and writing a nutrition-focused activity and learning guide for kids
- Researching and writing sections of an irreverent online IT competition
- Serving as news editor and writer for an online music magazine
Hit your communication target every time
The best way to reach an audience is through writing that’s crisp, clear and human. I help companies and individuals craft authentic messages that hit their target every time. If you need to focus a disorganized industry article, create web copy that resonates with potential customers, or get a final error check of your print or digital material, I can pull your words together and polish them.
Below are the types of business editing services I offer. I can edit and proofread according to your preferred style guide, or I can suggest a style guide for your project. If you’re looking for book editing services, click here.
PROOFREADING
Proofreading corrects spelling mistakes, typos, punctuation problems, capitalization errors, consistency issues and minor grammatical errors.
COPY EDITING
A copy edit will polish and smooth out your content. Copy editing may involve deleting unnecessary words or sentences, rewriting vague or awkward sentences, and improving overall flow through moderate restructuring. This kind of edit also addresses grammar and some proofreading issues.
SUBSTANTIVE EDITING
Substantive editing is also known as developmental editing. It typically involves significant restructuring to improve flow and create a more logical sequence. There could be extensive rewriting involved, particularly if the original author is not a professional writer or if a project involves multiple authors with different skill levels and varying tones. This type of editing may also require light fact-checking and research.