Copyediting and Proofreading
SUMM 404-1
MONDAY, July 9 – TUESDAY, July 10 2012
9:00am-5:00pm
$475.00 CDN (includes course material)
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SUMM 404-2
MONDAY, July 23 – TUESDAY, July 24 2012
9:00am–5:00pm
$475.00 CDN (includes course material)
Copyediting and proofreading skills are fundamental to many positions in publishing and corporate communications. A well-prepared, error-free document is not only a sign of professionalism, but also an effective vehicle for impressing clients and customers.
This two-day workshop is ideal for anyone wanting an introduction to the world of publishing or communications, or for anyone currently called upon to improve the writing of others in their organization. The class incorporates group discussion and hands-on exercises while covering the following topics:
COPYEDITING
• Editing marks
• The copyeditor’s responsibilities
• Finding and noting mistakes in spelling, punctuation, and grammar
• Striving for consistency
• Preparing style sheets
PROOFREADING
• Proofreading marks
• The proofreader’s responsibilities
• The proofreading process
• Technology and proofreading
Copyediting and Proofreading is an excellent complement to Fundamentals of Grammar (July 11), Punctuation and Mechanics (July 11 ), Usage Woes and Myths (July 12), Clear and Concise: Guidelines for Style (July 13), and The Secrets of Syntax (July 14). It also offers a good warm-up for anyone interested in attending the week-long Book Editing Immersion Workshop (see July 16-21).
FACULTY
Ruth Wilson has over 25 years of experience in the business of managing words. She was managing editor of Self-Counsel Press for several years and since 1996 she has run her own editorial services business, working for major publishers, professional associations, and private sector organizations. She also leads seminars and workshops on editing, proofreading, publishing procedures, and plain language, including Basic Copy Editing and Substantive Editing for SFU’s Writing and Communications Program. She is a partner of West Coast Editorial Associates.
