Proofreading and light proof-editing. On paper using BSI marks (or as requested) and on screen using MS Word Track Changes and Adobe Acrobat Reader DC.

A highly organised and professional freelance proofreader with excellent attention to detail.

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WHY HIRE ME?

✔ Thorough and with attention to detail.

✔ Trained by the highly reputable Publishing Training Centre, and the Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading (CIEP).

✔ Intermediate Member of CIEP, which upholds excellence.

✔ Excellent time management.

✔ A quality document check prior to publication.

✔ Original style and author's 'voice' retained.

Essential errors in spelling, punctuation and grammar.
Minor changes for sense.
Style decisions and consistency in presentation and layout applied.
Correct numbering and placing of tables and illustrations.
Correct formatting of references and citations.
Index formatted consistently.

Rephrasing to change the flow or tone.
Applying your house style.
Checking for contradictions, omissions and unnecessary repetition.
Making sure the writing style is appropriate for the intended audience.
Checking text tallies with figures, illustrations and captions.
Making sure the work is appropriately structured.

Knowledge of BSI proof-correction marks.
Use of track changes and comments in Word.
Use of Macros in Word.
Use of commenting tools in Adobe Acrobat Reader.

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Horticulture: As a keen gardener I have been running my own gardening business for seven years.
Arts, humanities, primary education.
Fiction, short stories, children's fiction.
A broad range of print and web-based content including articles, guides, documents, books.

Copyediting 1: Introduction (Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading).
Basic Proofreading: Editorial Skills One, including digital skills (The Publishing Training Centre) Merit.
Grammar at Work. (The Publishing Training Centre) 90%.
INTESOL Certificate in TESOL (the Teaching of English to Speakers of Other Languages). Pass A2.
BEd (hons) The University of Wales. Primary 3-8 years: arts, crafts and textiles.

Using Office: Mastering Styles and Templates. Sharon Parq Associates. 2019
English Grammar in context. Open Learn/Open university. May 2019.
Grammar Matters. Open Learn/Open university. June 2019.
Project Gutenberg volunteer proofreader for books which are out of copyright, for the huge online library of free ebooks. 2019-present.

I have recently proofread two key stage 2 educational books for Brilliant Publications Ltd. Other projects include proofreading articles by a freelance writer for a TI Media sailing magazine, school policy documents, and the websites of a national theatre and CRM training company. I am listed as a proofreader with several book publishers including Bloomsbury Publishing.

Priscilla Hannaford, Managing Director Brilliant Publications Ltd:
"Carolyn proofread two books for Brilliant Publications. She picked up several inconsistencies which we hadn't spotted, which was very helpful."

M. Thomas, Marketing Manager at Training 4 Dynamics 365:
"We at Training for Dynamics 365 used Carolyn Clarke to proofread our website. She did a fantastic job, with great time keeping and brilliant attention to detail."

H. Williams, freelance writer:
"I use Carolyn to proofread my articles for UK sailing magazines. She`s very professional, thorough and always meets our agreed deadlines. I can recommend her without hesitation."

CIEP Intermediate Member