Recordings

Medicolegal reports are documents written by medical experts to help the court in legal contexts, such as medical malpractice or personal injury cases. Medicolegal report editing is a little-known niche that offers a sizable source of potential work for editors and proofreaders with experience in editing medical content. This session will introduce attendees to the […]

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Overview This 60-minute webinar (plus 10 minutes of Q&A) is designed to give editors practical tips for improving their online presence without investing a lot of time or money. Attendees will learn simple strategies that make a big impact, allowing them to look more professional and attract new clients. Target Audience Editors who need a […]

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It’s increasingly clear that generative AI can’t replace gifted human editors. But can it help us with our work? If so, how—and at what cost? Join academic editor Catie Phares as she endeavours to answer these questions. This webinar covers Catie’s experiences of trying out various generative AI tools in her own established editing business. […]

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L’IA a-t-elle une utilité en révision professionnelle? La réponse est un oui retentissant, mais peut-être pas pour les raisons que vous croyez! Cet atelier explique le fonctionnement de l’IA générative et les usages que vous pouvez en faire pour vous aider dans votre travail. Entre autres sujets à l’ordre du jour, les principaux enjeux, les […]

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As editor in chief for an institutional magazine about particle physics and astrophysics, Kathryn Jepsen has spent a lot of time thinking about how to tell stories about science. In this talk, learn about four different story structures: the news story, the explainer, the feature, and the profile. Come away with an understanding of the […]

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Conscious language is a growing area of interest for editors, and it applies to fiction as well as nonfiction. Language in fiction (in both narration and dialogue) that is sexist, racist, ageist, ableist, homophobic, or transphobic, although it may seek to reflect real life and further the story, can be harmful to readers. At the […]

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Research has shown that 70% of our self-talk is negative. Working in a creative industry, there can be a lot of negative feedback, and we truly don’t need to compound that in our minds. Imagine learning quick and proven ways to increase your amount of positive self-talk, backed up by academic research and real world […]

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Want to become more comfortable coaching other editors or even non-editors in your workplace who are looking to improve their writing and editing? Maybe you’re even interested in developing coaching as a side hustle to your editing business. Trouble is, your specialty is editing, not teaching. This seminar will provide ideas on how to develop […]

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Being a freelance editor can be financially stressful—especially as you’re building your client base. This webinar will help new and experienced editors think strategically about how to grow their editing business to generate multiple income streams in a way that feels authentic and organic. Part one of the webinar will help participants assess their business […]

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Curious about indexing and how it impacts you as an editor? This webinar will introduce you to the basics of the indexing process, explain how editors fit into the scheme, provide resources for helping clients find an indexer, and show how an index is an asset for your client’s book. Jolanta Komornicka is an indexer, […]

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When teaching authors how good fiction works, you can go through elements of writerly craft, and often that’s what they wanted and they’ll go away happy. Sometimes, though, they want more: how craft came to be and the secret mechanics underpinning it. Often, this ends with a recommendation to study psychology, in the hopes that […]

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As professional communicators, we are adept at researching, planning documents and crafting our words to communicate effectively. So why don’t we use these skills when attending events where there will be opportunities to network? Come to this webinar to gain a new perspective on networking, use your skills to make the most out of the […]

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Dans un monde de plus en plus numérique, il est primordial de veiller à ce que les documents soient inclusifs et accessibles.  Ce webinaire introductif sur la création de documents inclusifs et accessibles est une occasion inestimable d’apprendre les principes, les techniques et les outils nécessaires pour optimiser l’accessibilité des documents et des communications. Il […]

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Proofreading for businesses and ad agencies can be a lucrative field for a keen-eyed proofreader. But how does corporate proofreading differ from traditional proofreading? First, although many businesses and ad agencies use experienced writers for marketing materials, they don’t often hire editors or fact-checkers. This means that, if you are a corporate proofreader, you are […]

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Help data tell their stories through effective tables and graphs.  Learning outcomes: At the end of this webinar participants will be able to       determine whether a table or graph is needed        optimize the presentation of numerical information        identify and eliminate “chart junk” Kristen Hines Kristen teaches […]

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While there are many great reasons to work directly with indie authors, one of the challenges is that you have no built-in filter to protect you from highly difficult or insensitive subject matter. When I started working with indie authors, I had no idea how much I would need to double as a sensitivity reader. […]

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Editors take pride in submitting their best work to their clients, but many have learned not to read the published copies of the books they work on because they invariably find errors. We sometimes succumb to the illusion of perfection, which can cause self-doubt and imposter syndrome to sneak into our thinking. Knowing how powerful […]

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For many neurodiverse editors, meeting deadlines, keeping up with administrative work and maintaining focus are well-known barriers to doing their jobs more effectively. But editors with ADHD often haven’t been taught that they also gain strengths, such as a propensity toward empathy, an ability to hyperfocus and creative problem-solving skills that they can use to […]

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AI tools have already proven themselves useful, yet to many they present a moral morass of ethical issues, privacy concerns and copyright violations. This presentation will first look at some ethical considerations regarding the use of AI tools. The perspectives provided don’t presume to provide moral guidance but will offer nuanced understanding of a complex […]

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Do you need a scientific or engineering background to have a hope of being hired as a technical editor? Or can having a different background actually be a selling point? How do you pitch yourself when applying for in-house work? And once hired, how do you build enough trust to keep that job while you […]

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Plain language. Readability. Consistency. Clarity. These aren’t just skills that we hone as editors. They’re also skills that are vital to the success of the websites and apps we use every day. But someone has to write and refine all that copy—why can’t it be you? “Content design” is the current buzzword in the tech […]

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Beyond proofreading and copy editing the text in comics, editing the art and design of the lettering is an integral responsibility of comic book editors. This is where stylistic editing comes into play as it considers factors such as: Why composition, clarity, consistency, and purpose are key to the art of lettering How important spatial […]

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Discover a fresh approach to sales that aligns with your values as a freelance editor. This webinar introduces a client-centric mindset that prioritizes long-term relationships and mutual benefit. In this webinar you’ll learn how to do the following: * adopt to a consultative approach * identify ideal clients among prospects *qualify leads * manage your […]

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Many editors report that they have experienced a marked decrease in work since the introduction of generative artificial intelligence (AI), and particularly ChatGPT. In this webinar, seasoned academic editor Catie Phares will cover seven key areas of limitation for generative AI—areas that represent promising opportunities for editors to thrive in the post-AI world. Additionally, Catie […]

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