SALEEM

Freelance Editor & Proofreader

Self Employed • Freelance

Apr 2025 - Present • 1 yr 5 mos

I work as a freelance editor and proofreader, assisting authors, students, and professionals in refining their writing and preparing their documents for publication. I copy edit, line edit, proofread, review manuscripts, format academic papers, and polish business and technical documents. I have edited fiction and nonfiction books, academic papers, dissertations, theses, business correspondence, marketing materials, medical documents, technical manuals, website content, and self-published works on a variety of subjects, concentrating on clarity, consistency, grammar, and readability while maintaining the author's voice and message. Responsibilities: Checking and correcting manuscripts for grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure. Copy editing and line editing books, articles, blogs, and academic papers to professional standards. Proofreading final drafts for errors, typos, and formatting issues before publication. Formatting academic documents in APA, MLA, Chicago, and Harvard styles. Reviewing manuscripts for consistency, readability, and general presentation. Providing developmental feedback on story structure, narrative flow, and content organization. Editing AI-generated content to add a human touch and ensure publishing readiness. Fact-checking medical, scientific, and technical documents for accuracy. Helping authors and professionals produce polished, publishable work. Keeping communication open and completing projects on time.