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The primary qualifications for becoming a development editor are a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and some experience helping make manuscripts more marketable. In this context, manuscript usually refers to books, but development editors can also work with other types of products. This job also requires some time flexibility because editors often work together with writers and provide line-level feedback and support. Since authors do not always write and edit on a predictable schedule, this job may require far more flexibility in your schedule than many other positions. Fulfilling the responsibilities and duties of a development editor requires writing skills, interpersonal skills, incredible attention to detail, and familiarity with what helps books sell better.

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  • Developmental Editing

    Salary range: $44,500 - $82,500

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  • Developmental Editor

    Salary range: $44,500 - $82,500

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  • Freelance Biology

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  • Chief Copy Editor

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  • Scientific Editor

    Salary range: $72,000 - $104,500

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  • Grammar Editor

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  • Freelance Copy Editor

    Salary range: $46,000 - $66,500

    As a freelance copy editor, your job is to review spelling, grammar, and previous editing of a piece of content. Content can range from small pieces of less than two hundred words to complete books or manuscripts. Some freelance copy editors focus on particular types of content, such as medical content or the format of textbooks. In this role, you may proofread significant amounts of content each day, extrapolate the overall quality of work from a sample of it, and communicate with other editors to explain how much content needs to change. Some freelance copy editors edit the same material through several drafts, so the ability to remain focused while reviewing similar content is essential to your success.

  • Peer Editor

    Salary range: $44,500 - $82,500

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