Services

Editorial services

Proofreading

As specialists in proofreading for businesses, charities and education providers, we won't use confusing symbols or baffle you with jargon. We understand that you need an efficient service that blends well with your publishing processes – using clear PDF mark-ups and confident application of amends in MS Office or online. 

The skills and experience of a professional proofreader are invaluable to ensure your words are clear and accurate.

Having the time, patience and breadth of knowledge enables us to spot all those errors that are missed during the in-house proof.

Particularly in the business world, simple errors can turn into embarrassing mistakes. Using our experienced proofreaders means you don’t have to worry about howlers creeping in, because we will weed them out!

Contact us to ask a question or obtain a quotation for your next proofreading project.

Editing

An extension of our proofreading service, editing examines the text in more detail, picking out repetition, inconsistency and poor grammar.

Our copy-editors are experienced working with business and education material. We know just how to edit a document with care and sensitivity without changing the intended meaning or style. The words will still be yours, only presented more clearly and consistently.

We are flexible and are always happy to discuss your aims at the start of every project and offer advice on how best to proceed.

Contact us to ask a question or obtain a quotation for your next copy-editing project.

Copywriting

We write copy that engages, informs and captivates your audience, in the tone of voice that gets your message across quickly and memorably.

Our writing portfolio includes websites, brochures, packaging, adverts, newsletter articles, blog and social media posts, books for children and adults, sales letters, and product packaging …

We do our research and make sure we understand exactly what you’re looking for before we even put pen to paper. And, as professional pedants, our copy will be error-free too.

To send us your brief, click the Copywriting Briefing Form button. This form contains everything you might need to consider. Alternatively, contact us to ask a question or for a quotation for your next copywriting project.

Copywriting Brief Form

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of text do you proofread, edit or write copy for? 

We work on anything that includes words – from adverts with few words to lengthy manuals and reports. We have a proofreader or editor to cover most subject areas – please see our clients page for examples of who we work for.
How long does proofreading typically take? 

Turnaround varies, depending on the amount of text and the service you require. We will email you to advise you of turnaround time or, if you’ve given us a deadline, confirmation that we can meet that date.
What formats do you work with?

Ideally the document should be provided in electronic format, using a word processing package such as Word, or a PDF. We work with all MS Office applications. We can also work in your website CMS to amend your site.
How much does a freelance proofreader or editor cost?

Each job is unique, but our pricing is simple with one fixed fee. Please send us your word count or job brief (ideally with a sample), and we’ll come back to you quickly with a full quotation. We can offer preferential rates for repeat business; however, we will always work to the highest standard rather than undersell our services.
How can I pay for your proofreading service?

We accept payments via most debit and credit cards, by BACS or online bank transfer. New clients are asked to pay a deposit. All clients are invoiced on completion of the work, our terms are 30 days (deposits may be required).
How can I ensure you keep our proofreading work confidential? 

Any work sent to us is treated in the strictest confidence. We only share files with the people working on the project and delete any files after we have sent them. We are happy to sign a non-disclosure agreement with you if required and we are registered with the Information Commissioner's Office in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998.

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    ‘Thank you so much! It is incredibly helpful to have the Undergraduate Prospectus professionally proofread from cover to cover. Kelly fully understood the project requirements: checking against multiple documents, hundreds of stakeholder comments and several proofs, while being flexible throughout this time critical project. Ultimate Proof has proven to be an invaluable resource to us.' 


    (Rebecca, University of Portsmouth)

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    ‘We send all our new outgoing marketing to Ultimate Proof for a check before it goes out into the mainstream. Generally we need it looked at pretty quickly, and we’ve never been disappointed! Turnaround is always very fast, which is greatly appreciated. Very well priced for the service.'


    (Charlotte, ADEY)


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    'We have a small, busy publishing team so being able to outsource our final stage proofing to Ultimate Proof is a perfect fit for our workflow. We’ve worked with Kelly and Ultimate Proof over a number of years. They’ve consistently provided a timely and high-quality proofing service, with excellent customer service to boot.' 


    (David, Mergermarket / Acuris Studios)

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    ‘Ultimate Proof is a valuable asset to our service provider panel. Their work is always accurate and Kelly's recommendations are often implemented. Kelly is accommodating to our tight deadlines and often turns work around super quick. On behalf of Ecclesiastical, Ultimate Proof comes highly recommended!'


    (Hazel, Ecclesiastical)

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    'We had been trying to proofread internally and it was holding projects up. Ultimate Proof have helped us transform the turnaround of key projects. Being able to hand over our Annual Report knowing that it would be very carefully scrutinised and cross-checked took the pressure off and helped us deliver to deadline.


    Kelly is so helpful and goes the extra mile to check content is accurate. We have been very impressed.' 


    (Sally, London Early Years Foundation)

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Quite simply, we love the variety of our work and the opportunity to use our editorial skills – so why not contact us today to find out how our services can help you?
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