Course description
Through a series of practical exercises, you will learn to approach the printed word in a more analytical and critical way, allowing you to spot errors quickly and have the confidence to rewrite everyday text into concise, precise and compelling editorial copy at high speed. You will also have the opportunity to master the latest BSI copy-editing and proof correction marks. Attendees will learn the essential parts of the BSI 5261-2:2005 copy preparation and proof correction marks.
"Good coverage of proofreading, writing copy and finding common mistakes. We covered lots in one day and gained valuable tips to take home."
- Nicola Meare, PA to Directors, Taxi Studio Ltd
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Training Course Content
Introduction
- Copy-Editing
- Proofreading
- Workflow from raw copy to published material
Spelling
- Common mistakes
- Awkward challenges and how to meet them
- Proofreading techniques
Grammar
- Common mistakes
- Awkward challenges and how to meet them
Punctuation
- Common mistakes
- Awkward challenges and how to meet them
- Proofreading techniques
House Style
- What should a house style achieve?
- Style guide components
- How to establish and maintain a style guide
- Essential typography
Elements of Style
- Making dense copy easy to read
- Making dry copy compelling to read
- Writing catchy headlines, intros, captions
- Rogues’ gallery: from clichés to mixed metaphors
Figures (Consistency)