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Jo Clark – Proofreader and Copy Editor

Description

As a qualified proofreader and copy editor (DipEdit), I offer professional editing services to help authors present their very best work. With experience in governance and philanthropy, I bring a broad perspective, attention to detail, and a deep respect for clear, effective communication.

I’m open to working across all genres and formats, from fiction and memoir to reports and community publications. My passion lies in collaboration—supporting writers to refine their voice, polish their text, and produce a final piece that truly shines.

Testimonials

Working with Jo is an absolute pleasure. She is a completely reliable and skilled proofreader. Her attention to detail is exceptional – she consistently spots errors and inconsistencies, and does so with an understanding of tone, clarity, and flow.

Her suggestions are always thoughtful, precise, and improve the quality of the work. She communicates clearly, meets every deadline, and brings a level of professionalism that has made our entire process smooth and stress-free.

If you’re looking for someone meticulous, trustworthy, and talented, I highly recommend Jo and wouldn’t hesitate to work with her again.

Andrea Black
Centre for Social Impact – Associate

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  • Heather Hale

    I cannot rave about Jo Clark enough! 😉

    Not only is she the absolute definition of a PROFESSIONAL (e.g., prompt, incredibly organized and detail-oriented) but she is a tireless collaborator – an indefatigable, inspiring cheerleader!

    If you seek a professional editor to ELEVATE your copy while completely honoring your unique voice (or mandated brandspeak), she has the expertise to correct grammar, flow and pacing. She doesn’t just hack away to carve it up to sound like something she wrote; rather, she completely preserves your unique voice and tone – and helps you discover intentions and explore variations.

    She’s intuitive.

    Clear and transparently communicative, she delivers constructive criticism kindly (supported when necessary, e.g., Chicago or AP style guides) but gracefully handles pushback without ego.

    If you want a trustworthy, discreet, competent – and FUN! 🙂 – professional, you couldn’t find a safer HAVEN 🙂 for your creative work! 😉

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