Diane W.
Freelance editor & proofreader
PLEASE NOTE: I'm not interested in working with AI in any way, shape or form and will decline any interviews regarding AI-related work. About me I'm a freelance editor and proofreader working for up to eight different clients, including a well-established well-respected UK publisher of non-fiction. I've been with Upwork since it was two separate entities – Elance and o-desk. Regular work is negotiable. All pitches are tailored to suit the job posting. However, please check my *minimum* rates below before inviting me to pitch for your work. As the majority of my work on Upwork is protected by NDA, I am unable to provide samples. I am, however, prepared to provide a paid sample. Minimum rates My editing and proofreading rates *start* at $10 per 1,000 words rounded up. For this you get two Word files (one clean, one with tracked changes). For Google docs/sheets, add on 10%. Paid samples: $50 flat rate for up to 5,000 words. My *minimum* fee is $100, not negotiable. So the more you can send me at once, the better. This excludes samples. A 20% deposit is payable for all new contracts, not negotiable. I'm not taking on any new ghostwriting assignments. Testimonials "Diane is a pleasure to work with. High quality of proof-reading. Highly recommended." "Diane did an excellent job. Top notch communication and fast delivery. Highly recommended." "Great work and fantastic communication. Highly recommended for editing and book writing assistance." “If you are looking for an excellent proof reader choose Diane. She is absolutely amazing. Diane is able to identify every flaw, every error. She is brilliant. She is also affordable. I would recommend her and only her to proof read all my books in the future. WONDERFUL." “Diane did an exceptional job in proofreading my very long book. I am amazed at her accuracy and speed. I can recommend her without reservation and fully intend to work with her again. Absolutely brilliant!” "I can clearly see that you have spent a tremendous amount of time and effort on my book. I can't find words to express my appreciation of your hard work and extremely constructive comments and suggestions."
Earnings and projects
Last 6 months ÷ 6
Last 6 months: $198
Billed in all: $45,584$46k
$198 in the last 6 months
Across 61 contracts
Earnings, last 30 days
Skill rankings: Top 27% in Article
Ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.
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