How do you become a freelance editor?

The qualifications and skills that you need to have a career as a freelance editor depend on the type of clients with whom you work. You may wish to pursue a degree in journalism or English. If you work in advertising, you should study marketing, communications, or advertising in college. However, as a freelancer, your education is much less important than your portfolio and experience with copy. You can build up your samples during your studies or an in-house editing job. Freelance job boards may be helpful for finding gigs early in your career.