Editorial & Proofreading Services
Precision. Clarity. Professionalism.
Your business communication is the direct reflection of your brand's authority. A single misplaced comma or a vague sentence can undermine the credibility of a high-stakes proposal or a corporate report. We provide a rigorous editorial filter that ensures your message is delivered with absolute precision and linguistic elegance.
Based in Melbourne, our editorial team focuses on removing the friction between your ideas and your audience. Whether it is a final polish of a white paper or a deep structural edit of a corporate manual, we apply a meticulous eye to every word, ensuring your voice remains authentic while your delivery becomes flawless.
The Editorial Process
Our workflow is designed to be transparent and non-intrusive, allowing you to maintain ownership of your narrative while we handle the technical refinement. We follow a strict four-step sequence to ensure no detail is overlooked.
Initial Diagnostic
We begin by reviewing your document to identify recurring linguistic patterns, tonal inconsistencies, and the specific goals of the text. This allows us to calibrate our editing depth.
Structural & Line Editing
We refine the flow of information, improving sentence structure and word choice. We eliminate redundancies and ensure that the logical progression of your argument is seamless.
Technical Proofreading
The final pass focuses on the minutiae: spelling, punctuation, and adherence to Australian English standards. This is the "zero-error" phase where we scrub the text of all technical flaws.
Client Review & Finalisation
You receive the edited version along with a tracked-changes document. We discuss any queries, implement your final preferences, and deliver the clean, ready-to-publish file.
Who This Service Is For
Editorial and proofreading is not merely about correcting typos; it is about risk management. Our services are tailored for professionals who cannot afford a linguistic error in their public-facing documents. This includes small business owners preparing their first major investor pitch, agencies delivering reports to corporate clients, and non-profit organisations drafting annual reviews.
We specifically support B2B companies in the Tech and Lifestyle sectors where the balance between technical accuracy and engaging readability is critical. If your content is complex, data-heavy, or intended for a high-level executive audience, professional editorial oversight is an essential step in your production pipeline.
How the Collaboration Works
Our engagement is built on a foundation of mutual clarity. Once you contact us via our contact page, we establish the scope of the project. Unlike creative copywriting, editorial work is often measured by the intensity of the intervention required. We offer different levels of editing, from a "light polish" (proofreading) to "heavy restructuring" (substantive editing).
Communication happens primarily through shared documents or email. We use tracked changes so you can see exactly what has been modified and why. This pedagogical approach ensures that you aren't just getting a clean text, but also gaining insight into how to improve your internal drafting processes over time.
What You Need to Prepare
To ensure the most efficient use of your budget, we ask clients to provide a few key items before we begin. First, the most current version of your manuscript in a digital format (DOCX or Google Docs). Second, a brief style guide if your company has specific terminology or a preferred "voice" (e.g., strictly formal vs. approachable professional).
It is also helpful to know the intended medium of publication. A text destined for a printed brochure requires different attention to line breaks and visual flow than a text destined for a digital PDF or a web page. Providing a deadline and any specific "non-negotiable" phrases helps us edit without compromising your core messaging.
What You Receive Upon Completion
Our deliverables are designed for immediate implementation. You will receive a final, clean version of your document in DOCX format, fully formatted and ready for layout or publication. In addition, we provide a "marked-up" version showing all edits, which serves as a record of the changes made.
Depending on the complexity of the project, we also include a brief editorial memo. This document outlines the systemic changes we made—such as standardising the use of the Oxford comma or adjusting the tense—to ensure consistency across all your future documents. All metadata and suggested headings are included as part of the package.
Timelines and Delivery
Our average delivery time for editorial projects is 5 days, though this varies based on the volume of the text and the depth of editing required. For shorter documents (under 2,000 words), we can often provide a turnaround within 48 hours. For larger manuscripts, we provide a milestone schedule.
We adhere to the business rules outlined in our Terms and Conditions. Please note that urgent requests (delivery within 24 hours) are subject to a 30% surcharge. We recommend scheduling your editorial window at least one week before your hard publication deadline to allow for the final review round.
What Is Not Included
To maintain the highest professional standards, there are certain services we do not provide. We do not offer "ghostwriting" under the guise of editing; if a text requires a complete rewrite from scratch, this falls under our copywriting services. We do not provide translation services, although we do handle the English-language adaptation of translated texts.
Crucially, we do not edit academic papers, student theses, or any form of educational coursework. Furthermore, we decline projects involving medical, financial, or investment advice, as well as political campaigning materials. Our focus remains strictly on corporate and B2B editorial excellence.
Pricing Structure and GST
Our editorial services are billed on an hourly basis to ensure you only pay for the actual time spent refining your text. This is the most equitable way to handle documents that vary in quality and complexity. All prices are quoted in Australian Dollars (AUD).
In accordance with Australian tax law, all our fees are subject to a 10% Goods and Services Tax (GST). When you receive your invoice, you will see the base rate (ex GST) and the final amount (inc GST). For B2B clients, payment terms are 14 days from the date of invoice.
| Service Level | Rate (ex GST) | Rate (inc GST) | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Edit | $150.00 | $165.00 | per hour |
Scope of Work: What's Included
- Correction of all spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors.
- Standardisation of Australian English spelling (e.g., 'organise' instead of 'organize').
- Improvement of sentence flow, rhythm, and readability.
- Elimination of tautologies and redundant phrasing.
- Verification of internal consistency (dates, names, terminology).
- Adjustment of tone to match the target audience's expectations.
- Two rounds of revisions to ensure total satisfaction.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between proofreading and editing?
Proofreading is the final stage of the process, focusing on surface-level errors like typos and punctuation. Editing is a deeper process that looks at sentence structure, clarity, and the overall flow of the narrative. We usually perform both as part of our professional service.
How do you handle technical jargon in my industry?
We work with the materials you provide. If your text contains industry-specific terminology, we use your provided brief or existing company documents to ensure we don't "correct" a technical term that is standard in your field.
Who owns the copyright to the edited text?
You retain full ownership of your content. All exclusive rights to the final text transfer to you immediately upon full payment of the invoice. We do not claim any authorship over the edited materials.
Can you edit a document that has already been translated?
Yes. We specialise in "localization" or "native polishing," where we take a translated English text and refine it so it sounds natural to a native Australian speaker, removing "translation-ese" and awkward phrasing.
For a detailed breakdown of how we value our editorial work and how to calculate your project budget, please visit our guide: Understanding Content Pricing and Value.
Ready to refine your business communication? Visit our services hub to see our full range of offerings or contact us today for a custom quote.