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Proofreading and Editing Path
Your Path from Beginner to Professional Proofreader and Editor
Gain practical experience working on real client documents, and get a foot in the door of the proofreading and editing industry.
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Step 1
Qualify for the Paid Work Trial
Pass Becoming A Proofreader and Becoming An Editor with distinction scores of 80% or above and gain the opportunity to enter a 10-document paid work trial with our partner company, Proofed.
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Step 2
Get Set Up with Proofed
Proofed will send you the paperwork to get started. Once you’ve created your profile, you’ll be able to access the platform and begin the onboarding process.
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Step 3
Start Working on Real Client Documents
You’ll complete a paid trial by proofreading or editing up to 10 short documents. These shorter texts help you get familiar with the process and build your confidence.
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Step 4
Improve with Feedback from the Proofed Team
A member of the Proofed team will review each document and provide feedback. Getting plenty of positive feedback will help you successfully complete the trial.
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Step 5
Join Proofed as a Freelance Editor
Upon successfully completing the 10-document trial, your contract will be confirmed and you’ll become a freelance editor with Proofed. As you gain further practice and experience – and positive feedback – you can take on everything from one-off tasks to long-term client projects, working across a wide range of content from short product descriptions to lengthy dissertations.
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Try our Becoming A Proofreader and Becoming An Editor courses to see if they’re for you!
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Proofreading And Editing Path FAQs
Want to learn more about the work trial with Proofed? Take a look at the answers to some frequently asked questions below.
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Do I need to complete both courses to be eligible for the work trial with Proofed?
To enter a paid 10-document work trial with Proofed, you need to pass both Becoming A Proofreader and Becoming An Editor with distinction scores of 80% or higher. You can purchase the two courses separately or together, and the guaranteed work offer still applies.
Completing Becoming A Proofreader alone does not guarantee work with Proofed, but you can still launch an independent career as a professional proofreader!
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Is anyone eligible to work for Proofed?
To work with Proofed, you must be based (or registered for tax purposes) in a country that has a dual-tax treaty with the United States and that uses a currency that’s compatible with Proofed’s payment system.
You can review the full list of eligible countries to check if your location is eligible.
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Can I travel while working for Proofed?
Yes! Proofed editors are spread over numerous time zones, and there is no problem with changing locations. You can set your personal time zone within the platform and continue to accept work as and when you choose to.
Please note, though, that you must be registered for tax in a country that is compatible with Proofed’s payment system.
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Is Proofed a full-time job?
All editors at Proofed are self-employed freelancers, able to accept as much or as little work as they like and when it suits them. It is not an employed role, and the amount of work available at any time varies. Many people treat Proofed as a part-time commitment or as one strand in their freelance plan.
It is possible to build up your workload to a full-time level, but this does not happen right away, and it is not guaranteed.
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What kind of work is available at Proofed?
There is a wide range of proofreading and editing work at Proofed, covering academic, creative, and business documents. Some customers also request services such as formatting and fact-checking in addition to proofreading or editing. Editors don’t need to have these skills to work at Proofed, but a wider skill set opens doors to a wider range of jobs.
Document length varies from short blog articles to lengthy dissertations, so editors can select the project size they prefer and that fits into their schedule.
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Who can I contact if I have more questions?
You can email any questions to hello@knowadays.com, and one of the team will be happy to help! If you would rather talk with someone, let us know, and we can schedule a call.
Get Published and Start Building Your Writing Portfolio
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Step 1
Qualify for Our Publishing Guarantee
Earn a distinction score of 80% or above in Becoming A Freelance Writer, and you’ll be invited to write three original blog posts in collaboration with the Knowadays content team.
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Step 2
Get Onboarded with Our Content Team
We’ll add you to our Slack workspace so you can easily stay in touch and share our writing style guides to help you get started. Then we’ll assign your three blog content briefs – each one designed for publication on the Knowadays blog.
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Step 3
Draft Your Blog Posts with Expert Support
Follow each brief’s guidance on research, structure, and SEO so you can hit the mark with your content. You’ll write your drafts independently, but we’ll be here throughout if you need feedback, a second opinion, or just a bit of reassurance.
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Step 4
Submit Your Work for Review and Editing
Once your drafts are ready, the content team will thoroughly review them to make sure they meet the briefs. They’ll provide detailed feedback to guide any redrafting. Then your posts will be professionally edited, ready for publication.
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Step 5
Get Published and Build Your Portfolio
Your blog posts will be published on the Knowadays blog under your name and with a link to your bio. You’ll leave with three professionally edited, credited pieces to showcase in your portfolio and share with potential clients.
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Try the Becoming A Freelance Writer course to see if it’s right for you!
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Writing Path FAQs
Want to learn more about our publishing guarantee? Take a look at the answers to some frequently asked questions below.
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What’s the purpose of the publishing guarantee?
One of the hardest parts of launching a freelance writing career is building your portfolio and proving to potential clients that you can write well. Becoming A Freelance Writer teaches you how to write to a professional standard – and the publishing guarantee gives you the opportunity to put those skills into practice.
You will work with our content team to draft your blog posts and receive constructive feedback to edit and refine your writing. This professional advice will help you understand how to revise your work efficiently and further develop your writing skills.
By the end, you’ll have three professionally edited blog posts published under your name, plus a writer bio page on the Knowadays website. This experience will help you build confidence as a writer and give you a strong foundation to showcase your skills and attract clients.
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Who can write for Knowadays? Do I need any prior experience?
To qualify for the publishing guarantee, you’ll need to achieve a distinction score (80% or higher) in the Becoming A Freelance Writer final assignment. You don’t need any prior writing experience or qualifications – we’ll provide all the guidance you need.
Once you’re onboarded, our content team will share our writing style guide, supply detailed briefs, and provide ongoing support to help you succeed.
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What type of content will I write for the Knowadays blog?
You’ll write three blog posts following the briefs provided by our content team. Each brief will include detailed guidance on research, structure, and SEO, so you’ll know exactly what we’re looking for.
Your blog posts will cover topics suited to the Knowadays blog. They may be about, for instance, writing, proofreading, editing, or freelance career advice.
It is not possible to choose your own topics for the blog posts.
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How can I use my articles after they’re published?
Once your articles are live on the Knowadays blog, you’re welcome to share links to them wherever you would like to promote your work. For example, in your writing portfolio, on LinkedIn, or on your personal website.
Because the articles belong to Knowadays, they must not be republished elsewhere. This is to prevent duplicate versions of the same content appearing online, which can affect how both versions perform in search results. However, you can freely share links to the published web pages to showcase your writing, highlight your experience, and attract potential clients.
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Will my name appear on the published articles?
Yes! Each of your articles will be published under your name on the Knowadays blog. We’ll also create a dedicated writer bio page for you, which can include a short introduction and a link to your website or portfolio if you have one.
Every piece you write will be fully credited to you, giving you visible recognition for your work and a professional online presence to share with potential clients.
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What happens if I don’t get a distinction score in the final assignment?
If you don’t achieve a distinction score the first time, don’t worry – you’ll still receive detailed feedback on your final assignment and have the chance to discuss your work with a tutor.
You can also purchase a second attempt and complete a new assignment brief. This gives you the opportunity to put the tutor feedback into practice and aim for a higher score. To arrange this, you can discuss it during your feedback call or email the tutor team after your first attempt.
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Is this a paid opportunity?
No, the publishing guarantee isn’t a paid opportunity. Instead, it’s designed to give you hands-on experience working with a professional content team and the chance to have your writing published on the Knowadays blog.
It’s a valuable step toward building your reputation as a writer, helping you gain credibility, showcase your skills, and strengthen your portfolio as you start your freelance career.
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Does the publishing guarantee lead to ongoing work with Knowadays?
The publishing guarantee is a one-off opportunity. However, we keep details of our contributing writers on record. While there’s no guarantee of future commissions, we love staying connected with talented graduates and may keep them in mind for future opportunities.
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Who can I contact if I have more questions?
You can email any questions to hello@knowadays.com, and one of the team will be happy to help! If you would rather talk with someone, let us know, and we can schedule a call.
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