subject: So what does a copy editor do exactly? [print this page] Author: Paul Ritchie Author: Paul Ritchie
Copy editors are editors that go through a particular manuscript and look for grammar and spelling mistakes. If employed by a newspaper, magazine, or publishing house they may also be responsible for fact checking. There are a lot of people out there who would really like to get involved with this industry. Copy editing is a good option even though most people would prefer to be writers. But for those who love to be behind the scenes are simply looking for a job that will allow them to make some valuable contents for when they live their own dreams, this is a great option. There are a lot of people who would love to be copyeditors. This means that if you are interested in being a professional copy editor you need to do something to let yourself stand out. A good first step is to have a degree in English or journalism. However, there are a lot of people out there who have a degree that is relevant to the field. The thing that will set people apart is if they have experience. That is why it is important during school to get involved with the school newspaper or magazine. This will help them find a way to make sure that they get the job that they want. Excellent grades also help. Some places may require that you take a copy editing class or test. And some places allow for certification pertaining to copy editing. However, if you do not have prior experience do not worry. There is a way to get the job you want regardless of that. Just arrive at the interview in fill confidence. You can also make sure that you try to find a way to get at least a small amount of experience before you apply for the job. This is easier than you think. Just advertise your services as an editor and make sure that people reply to them and are happy with your service. You may also want to ask them for a testimonial so that people can get an idea for what kind of work you do. When it comes to being a copy editor, it is possible to do so even without experience.About the Author:
Paul Ingersole is an Australian based business person who enjoys writing.Paul discovered a great system that makes small continuous recurring profits using the internet.You can see Google Sniper at Paul's website
