Freelance Copy-Editor & Proofreader (Ongoing Work, Priced Per 1,000 Words)
Overview
We are a UK-based independent publishing house seeking experienced freelance copy-editors and proofreaders to join our editorial roster for ongoing work across fiction and nonfiction manuscripts. Projects will be assigned on a rolling basis and priced per 1,000 words, not hourly.
If your rates fall outside of the pricing guidelines listed below, please do not apply.
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Required Editorial Services
1. Copy-Editing (with tracked changes)
In this service, you must:
• Fully edit manuscripts for grammar, flow, clarity, sentence structure and word choice
• Maintain author voice and genre expectations
• Provide a short Style Sheet detailing edits made and explaining changes
• Price must fall within:
• Fiction – $3 per 1,000 words
• Nonfiction – $4 per 1,000 words
(Typical total expectation: approx. $5 per 1,000 words once fees and style sheet included)
2. Proofreading
• Typos, punctuation, minor grammar and formatting issues only (light correction)
• Must be performed using Track Changes
• Two pricing tiers:
• $1.25 per 1,000 words – for manuscripts you have already copy-edited
• $2.50 per 1,000 words – for manuscripts you have not previously edited
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Ideal Candidate
• Proven editorial experience in fiction and/or nonfiction (please specify)
• Meticulous attention to detail and excellent written English
• Ability to follow style guides and work collaboratively with our project managers
• Comfortable working to deadlines and providing regular project updates
• Familiarity with MS Word Track Changes is essential
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Application Instructions
Please include the following in your proposal:
1. Brief overview of your editing background and genre specialisms
2. Confirmation that your rates exactly match our requirements above
3. Two to three editorial samples or links to your portfolio
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Note: This is ongoing work for suitable candidates. We pay promptly and value long-term relationships, but we only wish to hear from editors whose pricing aligns precisely with the above.
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Apply Now
Apply Now
We are a UK-based independent publishing house seeking experienced freelance copy-editors and proofreaders to join our editorial roster for ongoing work across fiction and nonfiction manuscripts. Projects will be assigned on a rolling basis and priced per 1,000 words, not hourly.
If your rates fall outside of the pricing guidelines listed below, please do not apply.
⸻
Required Editorial Services
1. Copy-Editing (with tracked changes)
In this service, you must:
• Fully edit manuscripts for grammar, flow, clarity, sentence structure and word choice
• Maintain author voice and genre expectations
• Provide a short Style Sheet detailing edits made and explaining changes
• Price must fall within:
• Fiction – $3 per 1,000 words
• Nonfiction – $4 per 1,000 words
(Typical total expectation: approx. $5 per 1,000 words once fees and style sheet included)
2. Proofreading
• Typos, punctuation, minor grammar and formatting issues only (light correction)
• Must be performed using Track Changes
• Two pricing tiers:
• $1.25 per 1,000 words – for manuscripts you have already copy-edited
• $2.50 per 1,000 words – for manuscripts you have not previously edited
⸻
Ideal Candidate
• Proven editorial experience in fiction and/or nonfiction (please specify)
• Meticulous attention to detail and excellent written English
• Ability to follow style guides and work collaboratively with our project managers
• Comfortable working to deadlines and providing regular project updates
• Familiarity with MS Word Track Changes is essential
⸻
Application Instructions
Please include the following in your proposal:
1. Brief overview of your editing background and genre specialisms
2. Confirmation that your rates exactly match our requirements above
3. Two to three editorial samples or links to your portfolio
⸻
Note: This is ongoing work for suitable candidates. We pay promptly and value long-term relationships, but we only wish to hear from editors whose pricing aligns precisely with the above.
⸻
Apply Now
Apply Now