Team Member Q&A: Marlaina Cockcroft
Each month, we sit down with a freelance copy editor from our team to chat about work, life, cats, and more. Recently, I talked with Marlaina Cockcroft.
Tag: copy editor
Why a Real Copy Editor Is the Best Grammarly Alternative
Think tools like Grammarly are an effective alternative to an experienced human copy editor? Here’s why partnering with a copy editor is always a better choice for your business.
7 Expert Tips for Managing Editing Projects With a Team
Want to create an efficient process for ensuring your content is clear and error-free? Here’s how to manage a team of copy editors flawlessly.
Will Copy Editing Ruin My Work? Here’s How to Avoid a Bad Editing Job.
Hiring someone to do your copy editing may seem like a foolproof way of ensuring your copy is perfect. But what happens if it goes wrong?
The Perfect Copy Editor Job Description: Tips & Free Template for Marketing Agencies
Looking to hire a copy editor for your marketing agency? Here’s how to attract the best candidates.
10 Marketing Projects That Benefit From the Input of a Copy Editor
Marketing projects need to be on point to be successful. Copy editors who specialize in marketing can help you push these projects over the finish line to perfection.
Does This Project Need a Proofreader or a Copy Editor?
Do you understand the difference between a proofreader and a copy editor? If not, don’t feel bad—most people don’t. Read this before you waste any money.
The Future of Copy Editing
In this video, I discuss the future of copy editing — and what freelance copy editors can do to survive in the current environment.
5 Costly Mistakes in Business Writing
#1: Don't be wishy-washy. #2: Loosen up—your writing shouldn't seem overly formal. Click through to see other common mistakes to avoid in business writing.
Proofreaders? Copy Editors? What’s the Difference? (And Why Should You Care?)
You could say the copy editor does the “heavy lifting,” and the proofreader makes sure all the rules are enforced and everything looks nice in the end.
