​​Editing

The relationship between an editor and a writer is intimate. An author must trust their editor to have their best interests at heart, and an editor must strive to understand the author's audience, goals, and voice. For many reasons, not all authors and editors work well together. Because chemistry and fit are a vital part of the author-editor relationship, I am always willing to provide a free sample edit (up to 500 words).

I edit in US, UK, and Canadian English. Though presently based in Canada, I work with authors from all over the world.

Rates:
Each project is unique. So is every estimate I provide. Please refer to the Editorial Freelancers Association's median rate chart and the CIEP's suggested minimum rates for ballpark figures. Though I fix my rates, I invoice in USD, GBP, EUR, or CAD (per the client's preference or place of residence).

Scheduling:
For long-form projects, I am frequently booked three to six months in advance. That said, I can often accommodate shorter projects and manuscript critiques as needed. Occasional gaps in my schedule do appear; please contact me if you'd like me to add you to my wait list.

Copy Editing, Stylistic Editing, & Line Editing

Line-by-line editing ensures a document is clear, correct, consistent, and concise. Copy editing is mechanical, line-by-line editing that corrects grammar/usage, punctuation, and spelling errors. Stylistic editing is non-mechanical line-by-line editing that involves revising the manuscript for coherence, diction, flow, jargon-removal, repetition, and language smoothing. For me, light editing focuses on the mechanical issues, while heavy editing includes both mechanical and non-mechanical revisions.

Developmental Editing

Also called content editing or structural editing, substantive editing involves clarifying and reorganizing manuscripts for both structure and content. By focusing on the document's intended audience, the substantive editor seeks to improve readability, comprehension, clarity, and organization. This kind of editing focuses on the big picture, rather than the line-by-line changes of copy or stylistic editing.

Manuscript Critique

A manuscript critique is a kind of substantive editing that involves reading an author's entire manuscript and offering an educated outsider's opinion on the work. At this stage, the editor tries to preemptively ask the questions a confused reader might ask, so the reader never has to ask them. The author will receive detailed feedback in the form of an editorial letter.

Proofreading

Proofreading is the final edit a document goes through before publishing. At this stage, all copy edits and stylistic edits are complete, and the proofreading editor searches for typos and mistakes that have slipped through (or have been introduced by) earlier revisions. 

Writing

I have experience writing across a wide variety of subjects and platforms, including book-length projects, screenplays, magazine and journal articles, and advertising and catalogue copy. I am available to create new material, rework or rewrite existing material, collaborate, or ghostwrite.

As above, all prices are determined on a project-by-project basis, based on the document's length and complexity. My writing rates are consistent with professional industry standards (Professional Writing Rates). For further information, or to discuss your specific project, please contact me.

Please note: While I am willing to edit the following types of work, I do not write academic papers, complete academic homework, or otherwise condone academic cheating.

Film & Television

I have experience as a writer, story editor, script supervisor, actor, and producer. While primarily interested in narrative projects, I have also worked in documentary film. Please contact me to discuss your project and how I can best help you achieve your goals.

Tutoring, Mentoring, & Education

I am available online or in-person (Vancouver, BC, and area) for tutoring, mentoring, and teaching. Please contact me for rates.