I was then asked to undertake several writing projects at work and then to read through much of the existing documentation that had been produced by the company, including handbooks and working practice/health and safety instructions. By suggesting amendments and often rewriting whole chapters, the company was able to refine its paperwork and move to more efficient working practices.


Since that time, I have undertaken a proofreading course and passed that with distinction.


Written Proof was started from my passion to improve the

Written Proof is run by Mark Smith and is based in Christchurch, Dorset.

mark@writtenproof.co.uk  

01202 474343

quality of written communication throughout the UK, particularly within business.


Projects that I have worked on include production of sales and information literature, including website copy, on a variety of subjects, for several local companies and Individuals. I have also undertaken proofreading for college and university students in a variety of fields as well as having articles published in specialist magazines on a variety of subjects ranging from Vintage Caravan Restoration to Natural Health Products.


My employment history has necessitated a particular eye for detail and the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines for demanding customers. I have a lot of experience of working and communicating with people for whom English is a second language.

           

I have an excellent command of the English language and while I don’t have a degree in English, what I do have is the experience and the ability to spot mistakes in text and make sense of what is being written. Much of my practical experience of proofreading comes from reading literally thousands of texts including novels in all genres, all kinds of media, magazines, sales literature, technical manuals, software etc. and having errors literally ‘jump out of the page’ at me.

Why not contact me for a no-obligation quote for your next writing project?

Proofreading, Editing and Writing Services

About Me

My employment and technical background is in aviation. I have over 23 years of expertise in aircraft maintenance, including 6 years as a Licensed Aircraft Engineer.


Several years ago, I undertook a Technical Authorship course after becoming increasingly frustrated by the quality of the technical manuals that I was working with, both at work and at home.  I completed the course and the examinations linked to the course with distinctions.

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