Tips for Entry
Write as often as you can and create a portfolio of your work to show potential employers.
Apply for an entry-level job as an editorial assistant or proofreader in order to gain experience in the field.
Visit the following Web sites for job listings:
- http://jobs.spj.org
- https://aceseditors.org/resources/job-board
- https://www.the-efa.org/jobs-list (members only)
Attend conferences of the ACES: The Society for Editing and other organizations to network, improve your skills, and interview for jobs.
Join the National Writers Union to increase your chances of landing a job and receiving fair pay for your work.
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