About Ultimate Proof.
Clear communication builds trust.
Whether it’s a report, magazine article or marketing publication, the right words help you connect with your audience and present your organisation at its best.
But even the most carefully prepared documents can contain small errors. When they slip through, they distract readers and weaken the message you worked so hard to create.
That’s where I come in.
I’m Kelly – the proofreader behind Ultimate Proof – and I help businesses, charities and education providers make sure their content is clear, polished and ready to share with confidence.
Over 25 years in business publishing.
My career in publishing and communications spans three decades. Early on, I worked at a design agency in Cheltenham, where I gained first-hand experience of producing marketing and print materials for clients including Cadbury-Schweppes, KP Foods and Telewest (now Virgin Media).
Working in a busy agency environment taught me how important accuracy is when deadlines are tight and publications are going to print.
I later moved to the client side, working within organisations where reports, newsletters and publications were produced regularly. Seeing the process from both perspectives helped me understand the pressures marketing and communications teams face – and how valuable a reliable proofreader can be.
A reliable partner for busy teams.
Ultimate Proof was created to support organisations that produce high-quality written content but don’t always have time for detailed proofreading.
Whether you’re preparing a report, magazine article or marketing publication, I provide a careful final check so you can publish with confidence.
I also can act as a proofreading agency when needed, for complex or multi-file proofreading. I work with a small number of professional proofreaders and manage and oversee all the work – meaning you get the service you need, when you need it.
A trained pair of eyes.
When you’ve spent weeks or months working on a document, it’s almost impossible to see every small mistake. A fresh, independent review makes all the difference.
My role is simple: to make sure your content reads smoothly, looks professional and communicates exactly what you intend.
Clients value working with me because:
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I understand the publishing process from both agency and client perspectives
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I work carefully and efficiently to meet deadlines
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I focus on protecting the clarity and credibility of your message.
"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."
– Mergermarket
Credentials.
I follow the Professional Practice Code of the Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading (CIEP) and keep my editorial skills up to date. Below are training courses I've taken relating to editing and proofreading.
| Course | Provider | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Proofreading 2: Headway (Merit) | CIEP | Module-based course |
| Level 2 Diploma in Proofreading (Distinction) | NCC | Module-based course |
| Complete Proofreader | Chapterhouse | Module-based course |
| How to mark up PDFs using Adobe Acrobat | PTC | Online half-day course |
| Applying AI: Tools, Ethics and First Practical Steps | PTC | Online half-day course |
| Essential Copyright for Publishers | PTC | Online short study |
| Proofreading PDFs | PTC | Online short study |
| Marketing Fundamentals | CIM | Module-based course |
| Word for Practical Editing | CIEP | Online short study |
| Editorial Style | PTC | Online short study |
| Editing References | PTC | Online short study |
PTC – Publishing Training Centre / CIEP – Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading
CIM – Chartered Institute of Marketing / NCC – National Consortium of FE (Further Education) Colleges
Author of The Dragonfly Story.
In 2018, I was a finalist in the JustGiving Awards – out of 40,000 entries – for writing and publishing a children’s book, The Dragonfly Story.
Inspired by a personal tragedy, the book aims to support bereaved families. Over 10,000 copies have sold to date.
I've also published Life, Without You – a journal through grief, as a bereavement aid. Both available on Amazon.
Feel free to ask me more about it!
Need a professional proofreader?
If you’re preparing an important report, publication or website, I’d be happy to help.
Send your document or a short description of the project and I’ll provide a clear quote, a turnaround estimate and a free discovery call.