I typically begin a new editing project by having a conversation with the prospective client over e-mail, by phone, or in person to discuss the parameters of the job: the length of the piece, the desired scope of editing, the time frame, deadline, budget, and so forth. When we arrive at an agreement, the client gives me a draft of the piece in Microsoft Word, which I mark up with tracked changes and comments as I edit. Upon returning the edited file, I often include a memo giving an overview of the types of changes I have suggested, as well as, on occasion, additional files containing a proposed restructuring of the text or an intensive reformatting of a graphic element such as a table. I always encourage clients to contact me with questions about my editing and to send me revised drafts for another look, if desired.
When the project is complete (or, if it is a long-term project, at predetermined points throughout its progress), I will send an invoice for payment. I accept payments through online transfers to my bank account or through personal or institutional checks. Please contact me to discuss my hourly rates; I am also willing to negotiate flat fees by the day or by the project.