Be confident that your writing is clear and achieves its purpose

Leave the grammar and fine details to me so you can focus on running your business

How I Can Help You

Copy Editing

Copy editing improves the readability of your work to make it clearer for readers.

I can review your writing and make suggestions for areas that could be clearer for readers. I will reduce wordiness, check grammar and syntax and make minor changes to sentences. I will add suggestions where I think you could restructure sentences or paragraphs to improve clarity or flow. I’ll check for accuracy and that all references are listed.

This is your writing so any edits I make will preserve your voice as a writer.

Proofreading

Proofreading is a final scan for errors after copyediting is complete.

When you have been working hard to bring your words to life, it’s easy to miss small details. If you have spent too much time reviewing your document or simply don’t have the time to look over it then I can help. Let me do a final check for spelling, grammar, and consistency to give you an extra level of confidence in your work.

Content Management

You are the subject expert, so once you finish writing, it makes sense to leave the content management to me so you can focus on other tasks.

I take care of content planning and scheduling, sourcing writers, liaising with designers and publishers, and uploading to your blog or website.

Your effort is freeing up a heap of time for me! Changing sentences to active voice, cutting all those words and I see even whole sentences - which I agree with. The articles become more flowing, snappy and professional because of your work.

HELLO! I'M RINA

As a professional copy editor, I give people confidence that their words are clear and logical so they can focus on creating stories that will engage their readers.

I am a member of the Institute of Professional Editors and have a Diploma in Proofreading and Editing from the New Zealand Institute of Business. Before becoming an editor, I worked in communications and marketing for over 10 years.

I’ve also tutored English language students for many years and enjoy working with multi-lingual writers. I thrive on deadlines and get satisfaction from knowing that my work helps people understand information the first time they read it.

I am a coffee-drinking, puzzle-loving bookworm. I recharge my editing brain by dancing with my kids, swimming in the sea, or baking up a storm—which usually involves a heap of chocolate.

Please feel free to contact me with any questions you have and to tell me more about what you’ve written.

WHAT CLIENTS SAY

Rina excels at working with writers by collaborating with them to edit and clarify their words. In this manner, she consistently delivered content of a professional standard and demonstrated her excellent command of the English language and grammar.

Gregers MScand-Media Publishing

Rina made good suggestions to help me simplify my words. I’m so happy to see all the mistakes disappear.

Jeff WAuthor

If you write fiction in English, but you are not a native speaker, Rina is a perfect editor for you. She makes the text sound natural, clear and smooth without changing your personal style — or any of your quirks. She is detail-oriented and attentive to the text, and she gives her best.

MariaInternationally Published Author

Thank you so much, it's so reassuring to know there's been a fresh pair of eyes.

Caroline WCommunications Manager

Rina’s editorial control ensured the monthly deadlines were being met and she fulfilled her duties with great passion and in excellent quality.

Gloria PBAMBI Magazine

CONTACT ME aNYTIME

Have you written something you’d like me to look over?

Please tell me more about it, including how many words it is and your timeframe. It’s even better if you can share a sample of the work so I can tell you my availability and provide a price estimate.

I usually charge on a per word basis but can quote a project fee if I’m able to see a sample of your work. I will ask you to sign an agreement and pay a 50% deposit before I start my work. The rest of the payment will be due once the work is complete.

If you have any other questions about working with me please fill in the contact form and I will respond within 24 hours.

I look forward to hearing from you.