How can I make extra money proofreading?
Here are some of the most reliable websites where you get paid to proofread and edit text:
- Scribendi. Scribendi is a site that provides proofreading services for essays, thesis, resumes and many other types of scripts.
- Prompt.
- Scribbr.
- ProofreadingServices.com.
- Cactus global.
- Jobsforeditors.com.
- WritingJobz.
- Reedsy.
What makes a good proofreader?
Scribendi.com, the leading online editing and proofreading company, lists some personality characteristics a proofreader should possess. You must enjoy working on many different types of documents, have strong research skills, have a long attention span, and have a moderate level of computer and Internet knowledge.
What are the responsibilities of a copy editor?
Copy Editor Duties & Responsibilities
- Proofread text and correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors.
- Verify factual correctness of information, such as dates and statistics.
- Check text for style, readability, and adherence to editorial policies.
- Arrange page layouts of photos, articles, and advertisements.
How do I get copy editing experience?
Job boards such as Upwork are great places to search for copy editing projects. You’ll usually find a vast range of copy editing tasks on these boards too, so whether you’re looking to edit magazine copy, web content or marketing materials, you’re certain to find a job to suit you.
Do copywriters make a lot of money?
A new (trained) copywriter could make anywhere in the $25 to $35 per hour range, so you’re looking at beginning salaries between roughly $52,000 and $62,000. The nice thing, too, is that there’s plenty of room for growth and advancement.
How much do freelance editors make per hour?
A beginning editor can expect to charge right around $20 an hour. However, an experienced content editor can charge more, as much as $50 to $85 an hour (or even more, depending on what you’re doing). Even as a proofreader, after you have established yourself, you can charge $25 – $35 an hour.