Clean, Concise Copy: Blog & Article Editing

Pro

Caroline Shannon

Starting at

$

40

/hr

About this service

Summary

I offer expert editing for blogs, articles, and branded content that keeps your voice intact while optimizing every sentence. With years of editorial experience and a reputation for being both detail-oriented and deeply collaborative, I help your words land with clarity and impact.
I hold a BA in journalism and am currently an MFA candidate in creative writing. Additionally, I am certified by the University of Chicago in Basic Manuscript Editing and Intermediate Manuscript Editing, which includes a working knowledge of The Chicago Manual of Style.
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“Caroline is a talented writer, team player, and excellent communicator. For over a year, we worked closely together on a wide range of assignments, where she successfully took over project management while also writing all the content. From long-form articles to social media and a wide range of marketing materials, Caroline proved that no task was too big or too small, navigating tone of voice for each project with impeccable knowledge and timeliness. Caroline is truly someone you want on your team. From her positive outlook to her dedication to the work, I can’t recommend her enough as a great writer, team member, and collaborator.”
— Heather Franzman, Brand Designer and Creative Lead

Process

1. Project Kickoff Client sends the draft (Word, Google Doc, or PDF) along with any style preferences, brand tone notes, or goals for the piece (e.g., more formal, punchier, etc.).
2. Initial Review I read through the full piece to assess structure, flow, clarity, grammar, and alignment with your goals.
3. In-Document Edits I edit directly in the document using Track Changes (or Suggesting Mode in Google Docs), refining sentence structure, correcting grammar, tightening wordiness, and preserving your voice.
4. Editorial Summary Along with your edited doc, I’ll send a brief summary of what was changed and why—plus a few quick tips or highlights to keep in mind for future drafts.
5. Delivery of Final Files You’ll receive two versions:
One with edits tracked
One clean, ready-to-publish version
6. Optional Revisions Includes one round of post-delivery revisions within 5 business days, based on your feedback.
7. Project Wrap-Up Once approved, I archive the project, and we high-five virtually. You’re welcome to book again anytime—hope to work with you again soon!

What's included

  • Edited Article (Track Changes + Clean Copy)

    You’ll receive one edited article (up to 1,000 words) in both a tracked version and a clean final version. Edits include grammar, clarity, consistency, and flow.

  • Editorial Summary or Style Notes

    A brief note (150–300 words) outlining major edits made, style suggestions, and optional tone or structure feedback to strengthen future drafts.

  • One Round of Revisions (Post-Delivery)

    Includes one round of light revisions after initial delivery. Must be requested within 5 days and based on the same draft (not a full rewrite).

  • Headline + Subhead Polishing

    Refined title, subheadings, and intro sentence to better grab attention and align with tone/voice.

Skills and tools

Blog Writer

Article Writer

Author

Google Docs

Google Docs

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Word

WordPress

WordPress

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