CEN Application

If you are an established, experienced, professional freelance editor/proofreader looking for more work, we'd love to have you fill out this application. You will receive tests for each type of editing you'd like to offer.

If you're fairly new to editorial freelancing, we encourage you to check out The Christian PEN: Proofreaders and Editors Network, a professional support organization for for both established and aspiring editorial freelancers.



   

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For Authors

  • Do I need a professional freelance editor? +

    First let’s clarify what we mean by “freelance editor.” There are several types of editors in the publishing industry. The… Read More

  • How much will a professional editor cost? +

    The amount of money an edit will cost depends mostly on three things: how well you’ve polished your manuscript prior… Read More

  • What can I expect from a freelance editor? +

    When you hire a professional freelance editor, you can expect: Professionalism (but not perfection—remember, nobody’s perfect) Confidentiality (there’s no need… Read More

  • What do I do before and after I get my edit? +

    Before: While you’re waiting to get your edited manuscript back from the editor, prepare yourself. If you only want to… Read More

  • How do I choose a freelance editor? +

    After you’ve filled out the Search Request Form, you will likely receive responses from more than one editor (unless you… Read More

  • What are the methods of editing? +

    Editing may be done using one of three methods: Hard copy (pages sent by mail) Electronic editing (files sent by… Read More

  • Types of editing +

    The services offered by an editorial freelancer may include one or more of the following: Editorial Services 1. Proofreading2. Critiquing3.… Read More

  • Valuable Resources +

    Flyers: Here is a collection of writing guidance from editors in the Christian Editor Network. You are free to share… Read More
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For Editors

  • Average Rates for Editorial Freelancing +

    The following rates have been compiled from various sources, including the Editorial Freelancers Association, the National Writers Union, and Writers… Read More

  • How can I network with other editors? +

    Don’t be afraid of competition. One of the exciting aspects of Christian publishing is that we actually help one another. Read More

  • How do I keep my editing skills sharp? +

    No matter how long you’ve been working as an editorial freelancer, you need to work at keeping your skills sharp… Read More

  • How do I survive the "feast-or-famine" syndrome? +

    Getting established as a freelancer can be difficult. But after you've been doing it awhile, it can become a "feast… Read More

  • What's the importance of contracts and agreements? +

    Contracts between editorial freelancers and their clients can be oral, written, or electronic; formal or informal. A contract doesn’t need… Read More
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