Editor

What does an editor do?

Dictate what articles are published by a media organisation, support authors through the gruelling process of writing a book, refine the plot of a TV show script…the editing profession can take many forms. Regardless of the path you choose, it’s pretty safe to say that proofreading will be involved; from fixing typos, to ensuring the work meets the correct style guide, to copy editing – it all comes with the territory. Editors, also known as Copy Editors can work in a wide range of industries including, sales and marketing, government and education, and media, however Book Editors and Script Editors typically work in the publishing. You could work as a Freelance Editor or in-house.

Is a career as an editor right for me?

If you have a gift with words, are passionate for grammar and an eye for a good storyline, it’s likely you’d enjoy being an editor. Other skills and attributes beneficial for this role include:

• exceptional attention to detail
• strong written communication skills
• the ability to meet deadlines and project manage
• an aptitude for using computers
• the ability to concentrate for long periods.

How to become an editor

Every journey to study is individual and there are several paths to reaching your career goals as a Copy Editor. At UniSQ, we offer the following degrees in the area of editing: