In the past, I’ve done copyediting/writing work on a freelance basis to help local authors and businesses get their messages across more creatively and more cleanly.
Functionally, however, this is work that I’ve been doing for years. Earning my degrees in English saw me doing regular manuscript editing for creative pieces, and my time as a college lecturer had me extensively proofreading the works of my students as well as instructing them on effective copywriting methods.
Copyediting
I’ve spent hundreds of hours editing, and I do several kinds of it, from manuscript editing, to technical editing, to video editing. Here are a few select samples of my copyediting work, a small taste of my years of experience. Each piece is uploaded with the permission of the author.
Manuscript Editing – Novel – Kelly and Sons Chapter One
Manuscript Editing – Novel – Dream Hunter’s Daughter Prologue
Manuscript Editing – Novel – Dream Hunter’s Daughter Chapter One
Manuscript Editing – Novel – Dream Hunter’s Daughter Chapter Two
Manuscript Editing – Novel – Dream Hunter’s Daughter Chapter Four
Manuscript Editing – Short Story Collection
Technical Editing – Medical Document
Commercial Editing – Computer Wizards
Copywriting
I’ve written a lot over the course of my career, and recently local businesses have taken me on to write and edit copy to optimize their websites. Here are a few samples of the copy I’ve written, with more always on the way. If you want examples of my more personal, substantive copy, check out the section of my portfolio entitled “My Creative Philosophy” at the top of the page.
Computer Wizards Website Copy – Home Page
Computer Wizards Copy – Other Pages
Mike's Writing Portfolio 