Line Editing Services
Find Your Perfect Line Editor
With ServiceScape, it's easy to browse the profiles of rated and reviewed professional line editors and select the right individual for your project.
Find Your Line Editor
Clarify Your Message
Our line editors are readability experts
With ServiceScape, we work to make every sentence clear and logically structured, focusing on readability to help your ideas be understood by your intended audience. Our approach ensures that each word serves a purpose and contributes to the overall flow and impact of your text. We will help you refine your prose, transforming it into a polished, professional, and engaging narrative. With us, your message isn't just heard; it resonates.
Seamless Transitions
Perfecting rhythm and pacing
Our professional line editors understand how to perfectly adjust sentence length and structure, ensuring a smooth transition from one idea to the next. Experience the difference as we transform your writing into a seamless narrative, capturing your audience's attention from start to finish. Whether you are an author, an academic, or a business writer, let us help you create a compelling text with flawless flow and pace, ensuring your message is delivered with impact.
Interactive Line Editing
Engage directly with your line editor
With ServiceScape, it is easy to connect with your line editor to share thoughts and receive personalized feedback, ensuring your writing aligns perfectly with your vision. Utilize message and teleconference channels whenever you want for a collaborative editing process that respects your voice and goals. By being on the same page as your line editor, you guarantee a final result that is authentically yours, polished for clarity, and impactful to your audience.
Line Editing Language Enhancement
Optimizing your word choice
Elevate your writing with line editing that focuses on precision in language and word choice. We will use words that convey your message more effectively, replacing jargon and complex terms with accessible language. Our aim is to eliminate unnecessary repetition, ensuring each word adds value to your text. Let us help you make your writing clear, engaging, and impactful, perfectly tailored to resonate with your intended audience.
Refining Style and Tone
Customized line editing for your unique voice
Our professional line editors will ensure your tone matches the expectations of your target audience and genre. While maintaining your voice throughout your work, we will also refine your style, guaranteeing a consistent tone throughout your text. Let us help you connect more effectively with your readers, making your writing not only appropriate but also more engaging. Achieve a balanced and resonant voice that truly speaks to your audience.
How It Works
Have your writing edited in three steps
Browse profiles of accomplished editing professionals.
Send your files and provide any details regarding the project.
Receive the edited version before your requested due date.
Our Editor Marketplace
Choose your own line editor
With ServiceScape, you can explore our network of professional line editors and find the right one for your project.
Many of our line editors:
- Hold Ph.D. or Master's degrees
- Offer decades of rich editing experience
- Have hundreds of client ratings and reviews
- Are experts across various fields
188 Client Reviews
4,824 Pages Edited
Ph.D. in Music History from the University of Chicago
123 Client Reviews
4,142 Pages Edited
Ph.D. in Cellular and Molecular Pathology from the University of California
115 Client Reviews
9,406 Pages Edited
Ph.D. in Political Science from Claremont Graduate University
338 Client Reviews
17,746 Pages Edited
Ed.D. in Psychology from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary
446 Client Reviews
23,410 Pages Edited
M.A. in Asian Studies from UC Berkeley
695 Client Reviews
21,812 Pages Edited
Ph.D. in Molecular Genetics and Microbiology from Duke University
2,955 Client Reviews
85,978 Pages Edited
Senior Editor for Reader's Digest
505 Client Reviews
22,637 Pages Edited
Ph.D. in Communications from Pennsylvania State University
328 Client Reviews
10,061 Pages Edited
B.A. in English from the University of North Carolina
1,333 Client Reviews
82,669 Pages Edited
Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Rhode Island
7,547 Client Reviews
279,910 Pages Edited
M.A. in TESOL Education from the University of North Carolina
992 Client Reviews
66,550 Pages Edited
Copy Editor at McGraw-Hill Publishing
277 Client Reviews
7,774 Pages Edited
M.A. in English from the University of Louisiana
226 Client Reviews
15,338 Pages Edited
Director of Communications at the Yale Center
260 Client Reviews
5,689 Pages Edited
M.A. in English from Lehigh University
453 Client Reviews
11,697 Pages Edited
MBA from Florida Atlantic University
199 Client Reviews
14,451 Pages Edited
Ph.D. in History from the University of Cambridge
4,720 Client Reviews
141,658 Pages Edited
Professor at Cincinnati State University
106 Client Reviews
3,126 Pages Edited
M.A. in Linguistics from Northeastern Illinois University
2,444 Client Reviews
105,619 Pages Edited
Writer at PBS
Learn More About Our Editing Services
The ServiceScape Advantage
Your Questions, Answered
FAQ
Our line editors are dedicated to refining your writing to improve clarity, flow, and readability. Our line editors will work on:
- Grammar and Punctuation: Correcting grammatical errors and ensuring proper punctuation.
- Consistency: Checking for consistency in style, terminology, and formatting.
- Spelling and Syntax: Comprehensive review to correct spelling, syntax, and typos.
- Structure: Assessing and improving the overall structure, content, and organization of your text.
- Clarity and Readability: Enhancing sentence structure and word choice to ensure your ideas are expressed clearly and are easy to understand for your target audience.
- Flow and Pace: Adjusting sentence length and structure to improve the rhythm and pacing of your text, ensuring a smooth narrative or logical flow.
- Style and Tone: Ensuring your writing style and tone are consistent and appropriate for your intended audience and genre, while enhancing your unique voice.
- Word Choice and Language: Selecting precise and effective words, replacing jargon or overly complex language with terms that are more accessible, and eliminating unnecessary repetition.
- Engagement: Making the text more engaging and compelling for the reader through careful attention to detail and expressive language use.
Our aim is to refine and polish your writing, making it the best possible version of itself. Whether you're working on a book, academic paper, business document, or any other type of written material, our professional line editors are here to help.
You can hire an editor by just browsing our marketplace of editors, clicking on the "View Profile" button of an editor you want to hire, and clicking on the "Hire Me" button. After your payment method has been processed, your editor will get to work and will deliver the edited version before your due date.
A list of prices and due dates can be found within each editor's profile. Just find your editor and click on the "View Profile" button.
Our fastest delivery option is one hour using our Express Delivery service.
Sure! Many ServiceScape editors provide free samples. You can submit a free sample request by just browsing our marketplace of editors, clicking on the "View Profile" button of an editor you want to request a free sample from, and clicking on the "Free Sample" button. If the editor accepts your free sample request, you will receive the sample edited version within a couple of days.
You can send a message to an editor by just browsing our marketplace of editors, clicking on the "View Profile" button of an editor you want to contact, and clicking on the "Send Message" button. We will email you a notification as soon as your editor replies to your message.
You can schedule a teleconference call by just browsing our marketplace of editors, clicking on the "View Profile" button of an editor you want to contact, and clicking on the "Teleconference" button. We will contact you right away about availability and set up the teleconference for all parties involved.
You can find ratings and reviews from past clients within most editor profiles. Just find your editor and click on the "View Profile" button to see them. You can also read thousands of ServiceScape ratings and reviews on eKomi.
In addition, ServiceScape has been featured in several publications and websites, including The Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, UpWork, HuffPost, Indeed, and The Ladders.
Many editors have portfolios which feature their editing. Just find your editor and click on the "View Profile" button to view these edited versions.
Yes, we provide editing certifications. Simply request the document when you hire an editor. When your project is delivered, you can download the editing certification by clicking on your project and clicking on the "Certification" button. These signed declarations certify that a document has been professionally edited by a ServiceScape editor.
Our Testimonials and Experience
What we bring to the table
ServiceScape is built on 24 years worth of experience, working on over 343,000 projects with over 98,000 clients. Our line editing services are rated 5 out of 5 stars, based on 65 reviews collected over the last 5 years. Join the thousands of people who have chosen ServiceScape to find the best and brightest talent.
"My freelancer's attention to detail and commitment to quality exceeded my expectations. Every aspect of the project was handled with utmost professionalism."
"I was amazed by the promptness and efficiency of the person I hired. The project was completed well ahead of the deadline, without compromising on quality."
"The level of creativity and innovation in his approach was outstanding. He truly transformed my ideas into something extraordinary!"
"Exceptional service! The professional was incredibly responsive and attentive to all my requirements, making the entire process seamless and enjoyable."
"I highly recommend her services. The professionalism and expertise displayed by the freelancer were top-notch, and the results were simply superb."
"The quality of work delivered was impeccable. Every detail was carefully considered and executed to perfection. Absolutely thrilled with the service!"
"Her ability to understand and adapt to my specific needs was remarkable. The final product was exactly what I was hoping for, and more."
"Prompt, professional, and passionate about her work. She went above and beyond to ensure the project's success."
"The service was outstanding from start to finish. Communication was clear and frequent, keeping me in the loop at every stage."
"Truly impressed by the quick turnaround time. This professional managed to deliver a high-quality result in a remarkably short period."
"His commitment is evident in his work. He made sure I was completely happy with the final outcome."
"A blend of professionalism, skill, and creativity. This individual brought a fresh perspective to the project that was both inspiring and effective."
"The freelancer's expertise in his field is unmatched. He provided invaluable insights and suggestions that greatly enhanced the project."
"I appreciated his attention to detail and dedication to delivering a product that not only met, but exceeded my expectations."
"Her approach to the project was both thorough and innovative. She managed to capture the essence of my vision perfectly. Thank you so much!"
"Remarkable service! The quality of work was consistently high, and her ability to meet tight deadlines was impressive."