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What WordWise does

WordWise delivers a broad range of editorial services:

Writing

  • Technical writing ― Presenting complex technical information in a user-friendly style
  • Copywriting ― Using words to pique customers' interest in products or services
  • Creative writing ― Creating dynamic material from client-provided resources or self-driven research

Editing

  • Proofreading ― Checking pages for typographical and formatting errors.
  • Copyediting ― Reviewing grammar, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, syntax and usage. Also checking for clarity and a consistent format and style (e.g., Associated Press, Chicago Manual of Style, client guide)
  • Substantive editing ― Rewriting copy and reordering paragraphs to improve flow and clarity, and editing copy to remove passive voice constructions, awkward transitions, ambiguity and wordiness

Desktop publishing

Designing visual materials to sell products or services or to inform staff members or customers

Web site maintenance/updates

  • Following a schedule for regular updates, including checking for broken links, stale dates, old copy or typos

  • Editing and generating new content

Indexing

How WordWise helps

Call on WordWise for assistance with:

  • Newsletters

  • Electronic communication: web site copy, blogging, e-zines, e-mail blasts, online help

  • Feature articles

  • Corporate communication: business letters, annual reports

  • Marketing communication: copywriting, white papers, direct mail, brochures, press releases, bios

  • Technical communication: user guides, training manuals, policy manuals, reference materials, reports, handbooks

  • Job search materials: resumes, cover letters

Rates

The rate structure is as follows:

  • Proofreading and editing: $35/hour

  • Desktop publishing (without writing): $35/hour

  • Web site maintenance: $35/hour

  • Writing/rewriting: $50/hour

  • Desktop publishing (with writing): $50/hour

  • Web site updates: $50/hour

Editing speed ranges from 2 to 10 pages (500 to 2500 words) per hour, depending on the level of edit and complexity of the project.

A 25 percent surcharge applies for express projects.

For a free estimate, click here.