copyreader
Checks written work
A copyreader is an editor who reviews written material for errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation, and style before publication.
The term is more common in newspaper and magazine publishing, where copyreaders prepare articles for print.
In book publishing, the equivalent role is usually called a copy editor.
Correcting written material
- proofreadingChecking text for mistakes
- fact-checkingConfirming accuracy of claims
- grammarLanguage's structural rules
- punctuationWritten clarity symbols
syntax · spelling · consistency · accuracy · revisions · corrections · markup · redlining
Degree of correctness
- consistencyReliable adherence to standards
- clarityState of being understandable
- readabilityEase of understanding text
- concisenessQuality of being brief
coherence · precision · verification · detail · meticulous · thoroughness · scrutiny · error-free
Printed periodical of current events
- magazineBound periodical with articles
- periodicalRecurring printed publication
- journalismNews gathering and dissemination
- newsroomMedia gathering hub
copydesk · deadline · headline · byline · article · column · feature · galley
Preliminary version of text
- revisionAltering to improve
- rewriteRevise text substantially
- proofDemonstration of truth
- submissionYielding to another's will
copyediting
Correcting written material
- proofreadingChecking text for mistakes
- fact-checkingConfirming accuracy of claims
- grammarLanguage's structural rules
punctuation · syntax · spelling · consistency · accuracy · revisions · corrections · markup · redlining · query
accuracy
Degree of correctness
- consistencyReliable adherence to standards
- clarityState of being understandable
- readabilityEase of understanding text
conciseness · coherence · precision · verification · detail · meticulous · thoroughness · scrutiny · error-free · polish
newspaper
Printed periodical of current events
- magazineBound periodical with articles
- periodicalRecurring printed publication
- journalismNews gathering and dissemination
newsroom · copydesk · deadline · headline · byline · article · column · feature · galley · press
draft
Preliminary version of text
- readersbookworm, bibliophile, book lover, book nerd, bookish
- newsroom jobsmanaging editor, news editor, fact checker, editorial assistant, digital editor