How expensive is it to hire an editor?

Of course, rates vary from one book editor to another. Some freelance book editors will work for $10 to $20 per hour, but you can expect experienced book editors to charge $25 or more per hour. Expect to pay more for editing technical writing or specialized subject matter, as well.

How much should Editors charge?

Average freelance editing rates

Type of work	Price per word	Price per hour
Content / Developmental Editing	$0.024	$40-$60/hour
Copy Editing	$0.017	$30-$50/hour
Proofreading	$0.012	$20-$40/hour
Copy Editing + Proofreading	$0.019	$35-$55/hour

What does an editor check for?

Editors are responsible for checking facts, spelling, grammar, and punctuation. They are also responsible for ensuring that an article corresponds with in-house style guides and feels polished and refined when done.

How do editors get paid?

Book editors for hire typically charge by word count or page count. Some charge by the hour, but that’s rare, especially for editing long books. Knowing your total word count is essential to an editor’s cost estimations for taking on your project.

How long does it take an editor to edit a book?

According to Book Nanny Fiction Editor, the average novel of about 90,000 words will take roughly four to seven weeks for a line edit. It might take more or less time based on the length of the manuscript or the severity of the errors found in the prose—it just depends.

When should you contact an editor?

DO contact the Editor if you haven’t heard anything about your article for six months or so. A polite note is the best way to get an immediate response. DO contact the journal Editor if you want to referee articles.

What do freelance editors charge per hour?

Freelance editing rates range from $61-70/hour for consulting to $30-45/hour for proofreading and everything in between. The EFA survey is cited as the best industry benchmark you can get, but it’s not the only way to get a feel for how much editors charge.

How much should I charge for editing and proofreading?

Individuals offering freelance proofreading services, who vary widely in skill level and background, may charge their editing fees per hour of work. Generally, their prices range from $10 to $45 per hour. Professional services that offer by-the-hour proofreading can charge up to $95 per hour.

What’s it like being an editor?

Editors often work with minimal supervision and may be expected to make decisions on their own. For the right person, this level of independence can be very rewarding. Many freelance editors enjoy the freedom to work from home, set their own hours and choose their own projects—which takes discipline.

What kind of edits may an editor suggest?

What Are the Different Types of Editing?

• Developmental Editing. (Also called: conceptual editing or manuscript appraisal.)
• Evaluation Editing. (Also called: manuscript critique or structural edit.)
• Content Editing. (Also called: substantive editing or full editing.)
• Line Editing.
• Copyediting.
• Proofreading.