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At the end of this course you will know which steps are required in a proofreading job and the additional steps in an editing job.
You will learn to clarify misunderstandings in regard to the different scopes of work clearly stipulating all aspects involved in each type of job.
You will be able to negotiate a fair price that reflects the actual work scope for both types of work.
Description
In one hour you will learn to clearly distinguish between a proofreading and an editing job. You will know which type of work is required for each assignment.
Multiple materials will be shared after the session.
Target audience
• Freelancers who are setting up their business.
• Freelancer who want to specialize in reviewing, either proofreading or editing or both.
Learning objectives
• distinguish quickly between the two types of work,
• estimate the affiliated work scope.
• negotiate a fair price for your actual work.
Prerequisites
• fast Internet connection
• headset
• flashplayer
Program
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• How to distinguish between the two types of work.
• Which are the steps in proofreading?
• Which are the steps in editing?
• Estimating the actual work scope.
• Negotiate a fair price for each of the two types of work.
• Helpful links
Registration and payment information (click to expand)
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To purchase your seat at this session please click on the "buy" button. Available slots are limited and will be assigned to registered and paid participants as soon as payment is reported. Early payment is advised in order to secure participation. Allow some time for payment processing if you are paying by wire transfer.
After your payment is received, your status will be changed to “registered and paid” and your spot for the session will be secured. An invoice and receipt of payment will be sent to you for your records.
Note: if you have a credit to redeem please feel free to purchase this training with your credit by clicking on a "Purchase for $ (Use purchase credit)" button on your right as it is suggested on this screenshot. More information about training credits please find here.
How do I access the online platform?
72 hours before the webinar takes place, you will receive an invitation to join the session. Please, click the registration link or button provided in the invitation email and complete the registration form.
Software and system requirements (click to expand)
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Virtual platform system requirements
For PC-based Users:
• Required: Windows® 8, 7, Vista, XP or 2003 Server
• Required: Internet Explorer® 7.0 or newer, Mozilla® Firefox® 3.0 or newer or Google™ Chrome™ 5.0 or newer (JavaScript™ and Java™ enabled)
• Internet Connection Required: Cable modem, DSL, or better Internet connection
• Recommended: Dual-core 2.4GHz CPU or faster with 2GB of RAM (recommended)
For Mac®-based Users:
• Required: Mac OS® X 10.5 – Leopard® or newer
• Required: Safari™ 3.0 or newer, Firefox® 3.0 or newer or Google™ Chrome™ 5.0 or newer (JavaScript™ and Java™ enabled)
• Internet Connection Required: Cable modem, DSL, or better Internet connection
• Required: Intel processor (1GB of RAM or better recommended)
To Use VoIP (microphone and speakers or headset):
• Fast Internet connection (384 kbps or more recommended)
• Speakers or headset (USB headset recommended)
• NOT required: Microphone - attendees can communicate with the trainer through incorporated chat.
Recommendations
• For the visual section of the training course, we recommend that you have a 64kbps link. This means using an ISDN line or Broadband. Wireless connection is NOT recommended.
• For the audio section of the training course, we recommend that you have a headset or speakers.
• We recommend that you log in 30 minutes in advance of the start time to prepare for the training course.
Courses will be open half an hour before the start time. Please login before the start time to ensure that everything on your system is working correctly.
Bio: Thayenga is a German to English to German translator with an experience in the translation industry of nearly 38 years. She also translates and proofreads from Spanish into English and into German. Since the early 1970s languages have been one of her passions. Her other passion is creative writing, which was crowned by her first novel having been published in 1996. As a writer and translator, the revision process with all its facets holds a substantial part in her working life which she now wants to share with all her colleagues.
dansyd (X) Hong Kong Local time: 06:21 Chinese to English + ...
extend on line access to the tutorial: The difference between proofreading and editing
Aug 15, 2013
Hi there, I would be abroad on the week of 4/9 for one week, is it possible to extend my access for one more week so I can view the tutorial when I'm back? Daniel
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Shirley Lao Taiwan Local time: 06:21 Member (2007) English to Chinese + ...
First Edition versus Second Edition: The difference between proofreading and editing
Aug 15, 2013
Dear Instructor,
How different is this second edition of "The difference between proofreading and editing" from the first edition?
Best Regards
Shirley
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extend on line access to the tutorial: The difference between proofreading and editing
Aug 15, 2013
dansyd wrote:
Hi there, I would be abroad on the week of 4/9 for one week, is it possible to extend my access for one more week so I can view the tutorial when I'm back? Daniel
Hello Daniel,
Thank you for your interest in the training. Shortly after the session a link to training materials and the webinar video will be emailed to all attendees. Since this moment you will have unlimited access to the video and handouts accordingly. Hope this helps.
My bests, Helen
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Thayenga Germany Local time: 23:21 Member (2009) English to German + ...
extend on line access to the tutorial: The difference between proofreading and editing
Aug 16, 2013
dansyd wrote:
Hi there, I would be abroad on the week of 4/9 for one week, is it possible to extend my access for one more week so I can view the tutorial when I'm back? Daniel
Hi Daniel,
thank you for your interest in my class.
Helen has already answered your question, so I hope you will enjoy the webinar.
Much success!
Best regards,
Thayenga
[Edited at 2013-08-22 07:11 GMT]
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First Edition versus Second Edition: The difference between proofreading and editing
Aug 16, 2013
Shirley Lao wrote:
Dear Instructor,
How different is this second edition of "The difference between proofreading and editing" from the first edition?
Best Regards
Shirley
Hello Shirley,
Thank you for your interest in the training.
The webinar in September will contain the same information as the previous session. Hope this helps and clarifies.
Please do not hesitate to let me know if you need anything else.
My bests, Helen
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Thayenga Germany Local time: 23:21 Member (2009) English to German + ...
First Edition versus Second Edition: The difference between proofreading and editing
Aug 16, 2013
Shirley Lao wrote:
Dear Instructor,
How different is this second edition of "The difference between proofreading and editing" from the first edition?
Dear Shirley,
this second edition is only for those of our colleagues who have missed the first life webinar last year.
However, a second, more advanced webinar on this topic is in the development stage. There is no date for Part II yet other than that it will be hosted in 2014.
Best regards,
Thayenga
Best Regards
Shirley
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Myriam Le Brock Canada Local time: 18:21 English to French + ...
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Aug 17, 2013
Hi Helen, I would like to attend this webinar. In the email I received, it says the fee is $15.00 but when I click on the link it shows up as $18.00. I would like to pay the lower fee.... Please advise. Best regards, Myriam
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Hi Helen, I would like to attend this webinar. In the email I received, it says the fee is $15.00 but when I click on the link it shows up as $18.00. I would like to pay the lower fee.... Please advise. Best regards, Myriam
Hi Myriam,
Like in other training sessions or events, those that purchase their seats earlier get an "early bird" or cheaper price, and those that purchase later or last minute, get to pay a higher price. We also apply a price increase based on the number of registrants in a course ie. the first 15 pay one price, the next 10 pay another price etc.
In this case the price has slightly increased several times since the date when it was announced to now that we are closer to the date. We always advice to secure your seat in advance if you are interested in a course. In this way you get to secure your seat, pay a lower price, and also we get to know in advance if the minimum required to run the course is reached - unfortunately, sometimes we are forced to cancel or reschedule a course if just very few express interest in advance.
Hope this answers your question.
My bests, Helen
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Thank you for your interest in the session. In order to participate in the webinar you may need either a headset or speakers. All attendees will have their microphone’s muted and will be in listen only mode in order to limit background noise and improve the experience for all users. Hope this helps and clarifies.
My bests, Helen
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When is the link to training and webinar video going to be sent out to attendees? I still haven't received anything!
thanks.
Hello Lenka,
I have resent a link to the materials as requested.
In case you have any further questions or need assistance, please feel free to submit a support request at http://www.proz.com/support I will be glad to help!:)
Thanks.
My bests, Helen
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Anna Callaghan United Kingdom Local time: 22:21 Member (2013) Spanish to English + ...
Training materials
Sep 25, 2013
I have, after a long month without internet, just viewed the video but I have not received any handouts. Where can I access these?
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"could have done with more examples comparing proofreading and editing, as referred to in the title. ..." Read moreToo much time spent on other issues."
. Please advise. 
