Are you worried about AI’s impact on your editing career? You’re not alone. But while many editors either avoid AI entirely or wonder if they should use it for editing work, there’s a third path that’s both ethical and profitable.
In this practical session, award-winning editor and business owner Erin Brenner reveals how to leverage AI strategically for business growth—without compromising your professional standards or replacing your editorial expertise.
You’ll discover
- the key difference between using AI for editing and using it for business operations
- specific AI applications that can transform your workflow, such as data analysis, client communications and process documentation
- essential safeguards for protecting confidentiality and maintaining quality
- custom AI assistants you can tailor to your business needs
- real examples from Erin’s own editorial agency
Perfect for editors who
- want to grow their businesses but worry about AI ethics
- feel overwhelmed by AI options and don’t know where to start
- need practical solutions that respect professional editing standards
- are ready to work smarter, not just harder
You’ll leave with a clear action plan for implementing AI in your business operations while maintaining the integrity and quality that makes you a trusted professional.
Presenter
Erin Brenner is the author of The Chicago Guide for Freelance Editors, a step-by-step guide that helps editors launch a freelance business and grow it to a sustainable level. She offers coaching and webinars to help editors on their journey to a business they love. She is also the owner of Right Touch Editing, an editorial agency that specializes in business copy. Right Touch Editing helps clients reach their publishing goals with proven writing and editing services. Erin is an Advanced Professional Member of the Chartered Institute for Editing and Proofreading and a full member of ACES.