Freelancing for Editors
Freelancing for Editors
Set the groundwork for work as a freelance editor in this foundational course offering tools of the trade for successful editors.
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What you can learn.
About This Course
Editors who want to work outside of big publishing houses can find success in freelance editing. Freelance editors must learn to balance projects, find and bid on new work, and maintain client relationships over time. This course will provide students an overview of the skills necessary to pursue freelance editing work and to operate a business with one employee: yourself. By the end of the course, students will have the knowledge to structure and maintain a freelance editing practice.
Fall 2026 Schedule
Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.
This online course is conducted through Canvas, a secure website that allows students to log in to access lectures, discussions, and other course materials on demand. There are no required live class meetings. Each course is structured with weekly assignments and deadlines. Lectures and coursework are accessible throughout the week.
This course applies toward the following programs
Editing and Publishing
Get hands-on training for a career in editing, communication, or book and document production.