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Editorial Freelancers Association @efafreelancers.bsky.social · 3h

This course with #EFA instructor Sharon McInnis will give you everything you need to launch your corporate proofreading career or help add to your existing editing business. Register today: https://twp.ai/4is30n

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Editorial Freelancers Association @efafreelancers.bsky.social · 7h

The #EFA needs volunteers! Reach out today and become a leader in our community.

Volunteers Needed!
The EFA needs volunteers, and we want YOU!

Volunteers receive discounts on membership and other fun rewards!

Chapter Coordinators/
Affinity Group Coordinators
Chapter Coordinators and Affinity Group coordinators host quarterly virtual or in person events for their group.

If you’re interested in a role like this, please reach out to Community Manager Khiteriara Brown at khiteriara.brown@the-efa.org

Events Working Group
Chair Head
The Events Working Group Chair Head works closely with EFA staff to coordinate in-person appearances of EFA volunteers at events across the country, as well as leading the working group as the group decides what events to attend and our strategic purpose there.

If you’re interested in this role, please reach out to Community Engagement Specialist Oliver Ray at oliver.ray@the-efa.org.

Ruth Mullen Memorial Scholarship Committee
Chair
The Ruth Mullen Memorial Scholarship Committee Chair will help to coordinate the execution of the mentorship program for current scholarship awardees, support fundraising efforts, and lead the selection process for future recipients.

If you’re interested in this role, please reach out to Executive Director Autumn A. Arnett at autumn.arnett@the-efa.org.

Editorial Freelancers Association @efafreelancers.bsky.social · 12h

Are you an #EFA member but haven't joined the Discord server yet? Join today by reaching out to Oliver Ray at [email protected].

Editorial Freelancers Association @efafreelancers.bsky.social · 1d

You still have time to get a spot in this valuable #EFA webinar on how to wow publishers, happening next week! Only $48 for EFA members. Register today: https://twp.ai/4ipBhZ

Editorial Freelancers Association @efafreelancers.bsky.social · 1d

In this two-day class (October 16 and 17) with Jordan Koluch, you’ll learn the basics of good copyediting and implement those basics over a number of sample texts. Register today: https://twp.ai/4is0s4

Smiling face of an instructor with text box in lower half: Thinking like a Copyeditor / "Get experience with live copy and answers to all your copyediting questions in this hands-on two-day class." — Jordan Koluch, Instructor

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Editorial Freelancers Association @efafreelancers.bsky.social · 1d

Need a deeply experienced line & developmental editor? Look no further than #EFA #freelancer Fawn Ward, who works not only to edit a manuscript, but to also help the writer hone their abilities.

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Editorial Freelancers Association @efafreelancers.bsky.social · 2d

This live webinar led by #EFA instructor Chelsey Stone is happening Oct. 16 at 5 p.m. ET and covers how to find and approach the right contacts, what to say in your initial outreach, and what to expect when a publisher is interested. Register: https://twp.ai/4irv6w

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Editorial Freelancers Association @efafreelancers.bsky.social · 2d

Learn how to develop effective science communication in this six-week #EFA course led by instructor Kathryn Jepsen. Register now: https://twp.ai/4is1z9

Editorial Freelancers Association @efafreelancers.bsky.social · 2d

Dive into the advanced world of developmental editing with #EFA instructor Val Matthews in this asynchronous course (October 22–November 18). Register today: https://twp.ai/4irowz

EFA photo of instructor Vale Mathews for the course "Developmental Editing of Fiction: Advanced."

"Hone your skills while deepening your appreciation for the art of the developmental edit."

Val Mathews, instructor

Editorial Freelancers Association @efafreelancers.bsky.social · 2d

Learn how to develop effective science communication in this six-week #EFA course led by instructor Kathryn Jepsen. Register now: https://twp.ai/4is2yg

Editorial Freelancers Association @efafreelancers.bsky.social · 2d

Have you registered for this self-paced course that has materials available starting next week? Learn what you need to know to begin work in APA style with #EFA instructor Maria Siano. Register today: https://twp.ai/E69g4P

Editorial Freelancers Association @efafreelancers.bsky.social · 3d

In this two-day class (October 16 and 17) with Jordan Koluch, you’ll learn the basics of good copyediting and implement those basics over a number of sample texts. Register today: https://twp.ai/4irndI

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Editorial Freelancers Association @efafreelancers.bsky.social · 3d

This course with #EFA instructor Sharon McInnis will give you everything you need to launch your corporate proofreading career or add to your existing editing business. Register today: https://twp.ai/4is3DF

Editorial Freelancers Association @efafreelancers.bsky.social · 3d

Access to this self-paced course with #EFA instructor Maria Siano starts Oct. 15! Register today and give yourself a skill that can significantly expand your client base: https://twp.ai/4irfjU

Introduction to APA Style. Major journals, academic publishers, and organizations demand precise adherence to APA style. This course will help you meet those requirements with confidence. Photo of instructor Maria Siano.

Editorial Freelancers Association @efafreelancers.bsky.social · 3d

Learn how to develop effective science communication in this six-week #EFA course led by instructor Kathryn Jepsen. Register now: https://twp.ai/4is31T

Editorial Freelancers Association @efafreelancers.bsky.social · 4d

Did you know? #EFA #freelancers aren't limited to just editors, some are even ghost(writer)s!

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Editorial Freelancers Association @efafreelancers.bsky.social · 4d

Learn how to develop effective science communication in this six-week #EFA course led by instructor Kathryn Jepsen. Register now: https://twp.ai/4is2yV

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Editorial Freelancers Association @efafreelancers.bsky.social · 4d

This course with #EFA instructor Sharon McInnis will give you everything you need to launch your corporate proofreading career or add to your existing editing business. Register today: https://twp.ai/4irueG

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Editorial Freelancers Association @efafreelancers.bsky.social · 5d

In this two-day class (October 16 and 17) with Jordan Koluch, you’ll learn the basics of good copyediting and implement those basics over a number of sample texts. Register today: https://twp.ai/4irqwL

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Editorial Freelancers Association @efafreelancers.bsky.social · 5d

Are you an #EFA member but haven't joined the Discord server yet? Join today by reaching out to Oliver Ray at [email protected].

Editorial Freelancers Association @efafreelancers.bsky.social · 6d

Dive into the advanced world of developmental editing with #EFA instructor Val Matthews in this asynchronous course (October 22–November 18). Register today: https://twp.ai/4irmCa

Editorial Freelancers Association @efafreelancers.bsky.social · 7d

Make sure to come say hello to the #EFA at #DFWCon2025! https://twp.ai/4iqWBb

The EFA will host a table at the Dallas Fort Worth Writers Conference on October 4–5 at the Hurst Conference Center in Texas. Come say hello! https://dfwcon.org/schedule25/

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Editorial Freelancers Association @efafreelancers.bsky.social · 7d

In this two-day class (October 16 and 17) with Jordan Koluch, you’ll learn the basics of good copyediting and implement those basics over a number of sample texts. Register today: https://twp.ai/4iqMnv

Editorial Freelancers Association @efafreelancers.bsky.social · 8d

The #EFA is excited to spotlight Jorge Ramos as part of our Hispanic Heritage month celebration! He is the author of 11 books and has been instrumental in promoting literacy among Latinos. In 2015, Time Magazine named him one of the 100 most influential people in the world.

Editorial Freelancers Association @efafreelancers.bsky.social · 8d

Register for this EFA course before it begins and learn the essentials of medical editing. Register today: https://twp.ai/E6AvQI

EFA

Photo of instructor

Medical Editing: An Essential Introduction
"Medical editing can be engaging, educational, and rewarding–and you don't need advanced degrees to do it."
Laura Arul
Instructor

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