You’re the expert

So I won’t ‘improve’ your copy

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You don’t want someone charging in and changing the message. That’s not proofreading.

You know what the report needs to say, and it’s important that your readers don’t lose sight of that information. So I won’t edit, tweak or ‘improve’ your reports and white papers.

What do I do, then? Pure proofreading. The proper stuff. Because it’s not just reading. It’s knowing efficient ways to search out common issues in your specific copy, transatlantic English nuances, whether it’s a deliberate stylistic choice, and when to not make an amend.

Typos? They’re not even half of it. It’s misplaced hyphens that alter meaning, inconsistencies in how percentages are used, mis-labelled figure legends, repeated table numbers, and incorrect links in footnote references.

I search out all the unintentional errors that distract readers from your point and cause your stakeholders to question your claims.

I don’t fix – I focus.

“Responsive, reliable, and her meticulous approach is truly commendable.”

How I boost your reader experience.

I don’t work by reading it once through, top to bottom. That’s risky! You’re not paying for risky.

I follow my 5-stage BEAM process to systematically check the accuracy of the language, continuity, industry details, URLs and so many other details you don’t know to look for. It’s only then that I read it in full and focus on the clarity, understanding and project-specific issues revealed along the way.

Copy that’s been transferred into the final artwork creates new errors that need resolving too. Words drop off the page, paragraphs are copied twice, placeholder text is left mid-page, and watermarks are found floating on images.

I methodically work through the typography, style, visuals, layout and alignment for accuracy and consistency in artworked files, so you can be sure the design supports the content.

We’re a team.

Errors are expected – they’re my norm! As your proofreader, I communicate all queries, suggestions and notes with kindness. And I consider the impact of the suggested amends on you and your designers as I mark up your report.

If you want to know more about teaming up, take a look at how I work.

Are you ready to make waves for the right reasons?