Professional Proofreading

Collins Wagema

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Starting at

$

20

/hr

About this service

Summary

I have a keen eye for detail and a thorough understanding of grammar, punctuation, and syntax, allowing me to identify and correct errors effectively. I have consistency in style, formatting, and language usage ensuring that the document adheres to professional standards. I excel in enhancing clarity and readability, making complex concepts understandable for your audience. My commitment to meeting deadlines and communicating openly with clients fosters trust and confidence in my proofreading abilities.

Process

Here's a list of services a proofreader typically offers:
Grammar and Spelling Check: correcting grammatical errors and typos throughout the text.
2. Punctuation Correction: ensuring proper usage of punctuation marks such as commas, periods, semicolons, etc.
3. Syntax and Sentence Structure: reviewing and revising sentence structure for clarity and coherence.
4. Consistency Check: ensuring consistency in spelling, formatting, and style throughout the document.
5. Style Guide Adherence: ensuring the text conforms to a specific style guide (e.g., APA, MLA, Chicago Manual of Style).
6. Clarity and Readability Enhancement: making the text more readable by simplifying complex sentences and clarifying ambiguous statements.
7. Formatting: checking and correcting formatting errors such as spacing, indentation, font consistency, etc.
8. Cross-referencing: verifying accuracy and consistency in cross-references, citations, footnotes, and endnotes.
9. Fact-checking: verifying factual information and ensuring accuracy in references and citations.
10. Querying: asking questions or making suggestions for unclear or ambiguous content.
11. Proofreading Marks: using standard proofreading symbols to indicate corrections or changes.
12. Feedback and Suggestions: provide constructive feedback and suggestions for improving the overall quality of the text.
13. Confidentiality: maintaining the confidentiality and security of the document and its contents.
14. Deadline Adherence: meeting agreed-upon deadlines for completing the proofreading task.
15. Communication: maintaining open communication with the client to address any concerns or questions throughout the proofreading process.
These are some of the key services a proofreader offers to ensure the accuracy, clarity, and professionalism of written content.

What's included

  • Deliverables for Proofreading

    *Things I offer* The deliverables of a proofreader typically include: 1. Corrected Document: A final version of the document with all identified errors corrected, including grammar, spelling, punctuation, and formatting issues. 2. Clean Copy: A clean, polished version of the document without any markup or annotations, suitable for immediate use or distribution. 3. Markup or Track Changes: Depending on the client's preference, the proofreader may provide a marked-up version of the document showing all corrections using track changes or other markup tools. 4. Style Guide Adherence Report: If applicable, a report indicating how well the document adheres to a specific style guide (e.g., APA, MLA, Chicago Manual of Style), including any deviations and recommendations for improvement. 5. Comments or Queries: Any comments, questions, or suggestions for the author's consideration, particularly regarding ambiguous or unclear passages. 6. Summary of Changes: A summary or list of the major changes made during the proofreading process, highlighting revisions for the author's review. 7. Confidentiality Agreement: Confirmation of adherence to confidentiality agreements, especially for sensitive or proprietary documents. 8. Certificate of Completion: Optionally, a certificate or statement confirming that the document has been professionally proofread and meets specified quality standards. These deliverables ensure that the client receives a polished, error-free document that meets their requirements and standards.

Skills and tools

Content Editor
Copy Editor
Copywriter
Google Docs
Grammarly
Microsoft Word

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