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none in Yonkers, New York Updated 7 months ago	Freelance copy editing - 3 Replies I am a freelance copy editor and I just got my Web site online. I have 10 years experience editng copy for newspapers and i have written for some of...
mj in Sparks, Nevada Updated 8 months ago	Finding a copy editing job - 3 Replies I'm going to school to prepare for a copy editing job and really want to copy edit for a book publishing company. Where should I look?
jb in Boston, Massachusetts Updated 9 months ago	Wanted: copy editing translated material - 2 Replies Hi everyone, New to this forum. I'm looking for copy editors who are interested in editing materials translated from a foreign language by...
Copy Editor in New York, New York Updated 12 months ago	On-screen Copyediting - 1 Reply I am new to on-screen editing and have a question about editing tables. If the formatting of a table is incorrect, e.g., if the columns are not...
Copy Editor in New York, New York Updated 12 months ago	What are typical copy editor salaries? - 5 Replies Do some companies pay a lot more for this position than others? What does a top earner make in this field? What skills should you learn to increase...
Copy Editor in New York, New York Updated 12 months ago	Entry-Level Copy Editor - 1 Reply I have come to the conclusion that being a copy editor is the job for me. A lifelong reader, it is rare that I do not spot a typo in every book,...
Amanda in Adona, Arkansas Updated 28 months ago	Some Advice Please - 3 Replies Hello, I have a couple questions that I'd really love some help answering. I'm currently a freshmen in college and I want to pursue a career as an...
Host	Are copy editor job opportunities growing or declining? Are jobs in this industry on the rise? Are there any sub-sectors that are growing? Where are the jobs? Which places have the most copy editor...
Host	What are the best copy editor qualifications and training to get ahead? What is the best training for becoming a copy editor? What types of ongoing training or certifications are necessary to be an effective copy...
Host	Tips for copy editor interviews. Do you have any tips to help prepare for an upcoming copy editor interview? Are there common interview questions that come up again and again?
Host	What do you enjoy most about your copy editor career? What do you enjoy most about being a copy editor? What do you dislike the most? Is it challenging? Are there many opportunities to learn and...
Host	Getting a copy editor job. How did you get your start doing copy editor work, and what career moves did you make to get to your current position? Do you need a particular...
Host	Top copy editor skills needed to get the job. What are the top 3 traits or skills every copy editor must have to excel? Can you suggest any tips or insights to develop your copy editor expertise?

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