So you’ve decided that this editing journey is something you want to pursue. Where do you start? What do you need to learn? And for those who have been editing for a while—how do you elevate your skills? There is no one way to become a freelance editor, but I do have recommendations on where to find quality education and how to vet the organizations and educators you choose to learn from.

In this episode, you’ll learn the following:

• 01:46 – One of the most important things you need to have as an editor (Pst! It’s not a master’s degree!)
• 05:24 – Where to look for editing education
• 09:32 – The vetting process I use to ensure I’m receiving quality education

Resources Discussed in This Episode:

• ACES: The Society for Editing
• Editorial Freelancers Association (EFA)
• Editors Canada
• Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading (CIEP)
• The Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS) (affiliate link)
• Associated Press Stylebook (affiliate link)
• My favorite books about editing and writing (affiliate link)

Connect:

• Book a free 15-minute call
• Join the Freelance Editors Club
• Tara on Instagram
• Tara on Facebook