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alicia salazar
USD$ 18 per hour

alicia salazar

Copy Editor, Beta Reader, and Proofreader

Arts / Entertainment / Publishing

I’m an editorial professional who loves helping stories shine. I’ve worked across publishing, children’s literature, and digital content, and I’m happ ...

Chicago, City of Chicago, Cook
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Copy editor in Chicago

Copy Editing Services in Chicago

Copy editors are responsible for reviewing and revising written content to ensure that it is accurate, clear, and engaging.

Professional Requirements

To become a successful copy editor, you should have a strong command of grammar, punctuation, and spelling rules. You should also be able to understand the style guide used by your client or publication.

Recommended Accreditations and Certifications

  • Certificate in editing from the University of California, Berkeley Extension

Tips for Choosing the Best Service Provider

  • Check their portfolio to see if they have experience with your industry or type of content.

Fees for Copy Editing Freelancers


The average daily fee for experienced freelancers is $150.


The fee varies depending on the city in which they are located. For instance,
the average daily rate for a copy editor $180
in New York City, while
in Los Angeles, it's $120,
or in Chicago, it's $160.


copy editor jobs near Chicago

  • Work in company

    Copy Editor

    Inside Higher Ed

    A copy editor is responsible for editing student dissertations to ensure standard grammar and punctuation rules are followed. · Accurately read student dissertations for logic and consistency. · Identify and correct grammar, spelling, syntax, format, style, and punctuation errors ...

    Chicago

    1 week ago

  • Work in company

    Copy Editor-JR

    Net2Source (N2S)

    We are seeking a Copy Editor JR for our top-ranked national direct marketing agency. The ideal candidate will have experience in copy editing proofreading quality assurance journalism or copywriting preferably in marketing communications or direct marketing. · Edit and proofread ...

    West Chicago

    3 weeks ago

  • Work in company

    Copy Writer

    IDR, Inc.

    we encourage you to apply today 1-3 years of experience in copywriting, · a background in agency, beauty, or retail copywriting being advantageous, · ...

    Bolingbrook, IL

    1 month ago