Editing $50.00/Hr
What makes or breaks a book or screenplay is the editing. If a story is not consistent throughout, the grammar or the spelling poor and the message succinct, it can make your manuscript unreadable. People who read books are very particular about language and about how a story is put together.
Our editors will work with you to get the most out of your book, script or story and to make sure that when you present it to the world is is ready to go. We will always involve you in the process and listen to your concerns and criticism.
Editing Services include:
Developmental (or Structural) Editing
Here we focus on the big picture by reorganizing chapters or scenes, ensuring logical flow, strengthening arguments, and cutting or expanding upon core concepts. We want to strengthen the foundational structure and message of your work before moving into the details. Included Spelling, grammar and continuity checks.
Line Editing
Here we review content line-by-line to improve rhythm, remove cliches, eliminate unnecessary verbiage, in order to keep the reader engaged, making every sentence descriptive and communicating exactly what is intended in the most efficient and effective way.
Copy Editing
This is the technical pass that prepares material for publication once again correcting spelling, grammar, and punctuation. It also ensures consistent formatting, voice, and adherence to specific style guides. You want your work to be free of mechanical errors, inconsistencies and redundant copy.
Proofreading
Proofreading is the final step before a project goes live. This involves final check for typos, formatting glitches, or errors that slipped through previous editing stages. This is strictly for quality assurance to guarantee a polished, professional final product.
Media-Specific Editing-Prices vary with studio editing and production.
Editing for Film & Video: Cutting, rearranging, and splicing together visual shots and audio tracks to build a compelling narrative.
Audio: Focuses on mixing and mastering for film or digital media, sync licensing and consistancy.