EDIT509
Freelancing for Editors
This course will introduce you to the basics of running a freelance editing business, challenging you to look at yourself as both an editor and a small business owner. You will explore topics such as managing cash flow, finding new clients, choosing a speciality, marketing your business, and charging GST.
Upon successful completion of this course you will be able to better see yourself as both an editor and a small business owner, with the tools required to make decisions from a business perspective.
The final assignment for this course is due one week after the course ends.
Instructional hours: 9
Overview
Location: Online
Format: Self-paced within deadlines set by instructor
Duration: 3 weeks
Tuition: $350
Can be applied to:
Editing Certificate
Upcoming Offerings
Register for a course at any time, with the option to apply to a program later.
- Wed, May 8 (self-paced all week)
- Wed, May 15 (self-paced all week)
- Wed, May 22 (self-paced all week)
- Wed, Oct 9 (self-paced all week)
- Wed, Oct 16 (self-paced all week)
- Wed, Oct 23 (self-paced all week)
- Wed, Nov 20 (self-paced all week)
- Wed, Nov 27 (self-paced all week)
- Wed, Dec 4 (self-paced all week)
- Wed, Feb 12 (self-paced all week)
- Wed, Feb 19 (self-paced all week)
- Wed, Feb 26 (self-paced all week)
- Wed, Mar 26 (self-paced all week)
- Wed, Apr 2 (self-paced all week)
- Wed, Apr 9 (self-paced all week)
- Wed, May 14 (self-paced all week)
- Wed, May 21 (self-paced all week)
- Wed, May 28 (self-paced all week)
What you will learn
At the end of the course, you will be able to do the following:
- Write your business plan
- Write a contract that addresses potentially problematic situations
- Identify various methods of managing cash flow
How you will learn and be evaluated
Prepare to spend 6–10 hours per week on coursework, including:
- Readings
- Discussions
- Exercises
- Assignments
You will be evaluated on:
- Participation in discussions
- Assignments
- Final project (due 1 week after course ends)
Learning Materials
No textbook is required. We will provide all course materials online.
Recommended reading
Primary: Lima, P. Six-Figure Freelancer: How to find, price and manage corporate writing assignments. 4th edition. Paul Lima Presents, 2014. ISBN 978-1927710166
Secondary: Foote, C.S. The Business Side of Creativity: The complete guide to running a small graphics design or communications business. 3rd updated edition. W.W. Norton & Co., 2002. ISBN 978-0393730937
Technical Requirements
For online courses, you will need a computer with audio and microphone that is connected to the internet. Canvas is the online system that will be used for the course. For more information and online support, visit Online Learning.
You will need access to the following:
- Microsoft Word (2010 or newer) and being comfortable with Track Changes function
- A printer
- A scanner or camera to create a digital copy of editing examples to be submitted for one of the assignments
- High-speed internet access
- Adobe Acrobat Reader
English language requirements
To succeed in this course, you will need an advanced level of written and spoken English. If you are unsure whether your English language skills are sufficient, we recommend you complete the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with the following minimums:
- Overall band score minimum 6.5
- No band below 6.0
- Writing band score minimum 8.0
Please note we can’t refund your registration fees after the course start date if you find your English language skills are not adequate.
If you have questions or concerns about your English language proficiency, we encourage you to contact your local IELTS Test Centre.