25 Work at Home Proofreading & Editing Jobs

Many people are looking for work at home proofreading and editing jobs. Below are 25 companies and freelance sites where you can look for this kind of work.

Keep in mind that most of these companies will require that you have experience or a degree in a related field before hiring you.

Some have general hiring or application pages, while marketplaces let you offer your services to clients. Applications are not always open, and freelance work is not guaranteed.

What If You Don’t Have Proofreading Experience?

You will need to stick to applying with the companies that do not require it. There are a few listed below and this list of ways to find entry-level proofreading jobs online gives more options and insight.

Another option is to start your own proofreading side business where you offer your services to clients, charging what you want.

As long as you’re good at what you do, you could potentially make a living doing that without any degree or past professional experience.

Companies and Sites for Work at Home Proofreading & Editing

1 – Cactus Communications

Cactus Communications works with freelance editors who help improve research papers and other academic writing. Subject knowledge can be important for this type of editing.

Its freelance careers page explains how the work is set up and links to its hiring site. Requirements and eligible locations depend on the work.

You can read more on the Cactus Communications freelance careers page.

2 – WordsRU

WordsRU works with freelance editors in academic, business, and technical subjects. Its hiring page is open to applicants from any country.

You need a master’s degree, PhD, or equivalent professional experience, plus at least two years of editing or proofreading experience. You should also be comfortable using Microsoft Word and common style guides.

You can read the requirements and application steps on the WordsRU jobs page.

3 – Scribendi

Scribendi uses independent contractors to edit and proofread documents from home. Editors choose assignments and see the payment amount before accepting a project.

Its requirements include a relevant university degree, at least three years of related experience, and Microsoft Word. Some U.S. states are excluded, so read the location rules carefully.

You can check the Scribendi freelance hiring page for requirements and application availability.

4 – Wordvice

Wordvice works with freelance editors around the world on academic papers, admissions essays, and other documents.

You need at least two years of professional editing experience and must be enrolled in or have completed a graduate degree program. Familiarity with style guides and Microsoft Word’s Track Changes feature is also required.

You can read our Wordvice review, or visit the Wordvice careers page for its freelance application process.

5 – Proofreading Services

ProofreadingServices.com has a general application page for remote proofreaders and editors. Applicants can be from any country.

The application begins with a 20-minute proofreading test. The company offers flexible hours, and pay depends on the turnaround time.

You can read our Proofreading Services review, or visit the ProofreadingServices.com hiring page.

6 – American Journal Experts

American Journal Experts, also called AJE, uses contract editors to improve research papers in a range of academic subjects.

Requirements depend on the subject area. Check the education and location rules before applying. Its contract editing work can involve reviewing changes made by automated tools, as well as making your own edits.

You can visit the AJE careers page to see which editing specialties it needs.

7 – PaperTrue

PaperTrue has a freelance editor application for people who want to proofread and edit books, academic papers, business documents, and resumes.

You need strong English, research, and time-management skills. A degree in English or a related subject is preferred. The application process includes a resume and an online editing test.

You can read more on the PaperTrue freelance editing page.

8 – Edit911

Edit911 works with dissertation, thesis, and book editors. You need a PhD in English or another writing-heavy subject.

The company also looks for published scholars with teaching or book editing experience and strong knowledge of style guides. Its hiring page explains how to send your resume and a writing sample.

You can read the full requirements on the Edit911 employment page.

9 – Reedsy

Reedsy is a freelance marketplace where editors and proofreaders can connect with authors. You create a professional profile, and Reedsy reviews it before you can receive client requests.

This is for experienced publishing professionals. Editors generally need at least three years of experience and a strong portfolio. You can choose projects and set your own prices once accepted.

You can read the requirements and apply to join Reedsy’s freelance community.

If you would like to use your editing skills in other kinds of work, our guide to work at home jobs for grammar experts includes writing, translation, AI evaluation, and more.

10 – Upwork

Upwork is a freelance marketplace where clients post proofreading and editing projects. You create a profile and send proposals for work that matches your skills.

Pay and experience requirements vary by client. Read the project details and platform fees before agreeing to any work.

You can visit Upwork’s proofreading section, or read our Upwork review first.

11 – Gramlee

Gramlee has separate applications for freelance content editors and dissertation editors. Editors work as contractors from home and choose their availability.

The company receives many applications and contacts the people it wants to move forward with.

You can choose the application that matches your experience on the Gramlee jobs page.

12 – Kibin

Kibin works with freelance editors on essays and other documents for students, businesses, and authors. Its selection process includes grammar and editing tests.

The company has a dedicated proofreading jobs page to check when it needs more editors. Applications are not always open.

You can visit the Kibin proofreading jobs page.

13 – Super Copy Editors

Super Copy Editors has a general application for part-time freelance proofreading and copy editing. You must be authorized to work in the United States.

You need a college degree and three to five years of professional experience. You should be comfortable editing Word documents, Google Docs, PowerPoint files, and PDFs.

Payment is by project, and work can be irregular. You can accept or turn down assignments. You can read the requirements on the Super Copy Editors hiring page.

14 – Editor World

Editor World works with remote editors as independent contractors. Clients choose an editor based on their profile and experience.

Its editing application asks for a bachelor’s degree or higher, editing experience, native English skills, and Microsoft Word. The application lists applicants from the United States or Canada, and the subjects it needs can change.

You can read the full requirements on the Editor World application page.

15 – ProofreadingPal

ProofreadingPal works with freelance proofreaders on academic papers, business documents, books, and more. Each document is checked by two proofreaders.

You must meet one of its education and experience requirements. One path is a graduate degree plus at least five years of professional proofreading and editing experience. It also has a separate path for qualified graduate and postgraduate students.

You can check the ProofreadingPal hiring page for full requirements and application availability.

16 – Quality Proofreading Services

Quality Proofreading Services has a general application page for experienced freelance editors. It is especially interested in people with science, engineering, business, or management backgrounds.

The company is based in the UK. Its hiring page does not list eligible countries, so check this before applying if you live elsewhere.

You can find the instructions for sending your resume on the Quality Proofreading jobs page.

17 – Managed Editing

Managed Editing uses freelance editors who can work from anywhere. You need at least a master’s degree and five years of professional editing experience.

You also need strong knowledge of U.S. English and common style guides. The company keeps applications on file for when it needs more help, so an application does not mean work will start right away.

You can read the requirements and application steps on the Managed Editing hiring page.

18 – Fiverr

Fiverr is a freelance marketplace where you can offer proofreading and editing services to clients. You create a profile and service listings that explain what you do.

You set your own project prices. Your earnings depend on the orders you receive, the work involved, and Fiverr’s fees.

You can go here to set up your profile, or read our Fiverr review to learn more about how it works.

19 – Elite Editing

Elite Editing works with freelance editors and writers on books and business content. Freelancers can choose which projects to accept.

Its freelance opportunities page explains the hiring process and links to applications and skills tests. The experience and software requirements depend on the type of work.

You can read more on the Elite Editing freelance opportunities page.

20 – Cambridge Proofreading

Cambridge Proofreading works with freelance editors around the world on academic and business documents. Editors can choose their projects and set their own schedules.

You need at least a bachelor’s degree, prior editing experience, and strong English skills. A graduate degree is preferred. Applications can be kept on file until the company needs your skills.

You can read the requirements and application steps on the Cambridge Proofreading careers page.

21 – Book Editing Associates

Book Editing Associates is a network of freelance book editors and proofreaders. Members work directly with authors and can accept or turn down projects.

You must be based in the United States and work entirely as a freelancer. The network requires at least five years of editing experience and a record of published books. It also requires at least ten published titles to list you in a category.

The application includes a book list and an editing test. You can read the details on the Book Editing Associates application page.

22 – Express Proofreading

Express Proofreading works with remote freelance proofreaders and editors on academic, business, and other documents.

The company asks for a UK 2:1 or first-class degree and previous proofreading and editing experience. Its team page explains how to send your resume and a short cover letter.

You can read more on the Express Proofreading hiring page.

23 – eScribers

eScribers works with independent contractors on legal transcripts. This can include proofreading and scoping, which means reviewing and editing transcripts for accuracy.

Its U.S. contractor page explains the work, equipment needs, and application process. Check the details for the kind of work you want, since transcription and proofreading can have different requirements.

You can start with the eScribers contractor hiring page.

24 – Bullet Proofreading

Bullet Proofreading works with remote editors around the world on academic papers, books, and business documents.

You need native English skills and proofreading, editing, or academic writing experience. Its application page also asks for university graduates. The process includes your resume, a short unpaid editing test, and an interview.

You can read the requirements on the Bullet Proofreading team page.

25 – Contra

Contra is a freelance marketplace where you can create a profile and offer proofreading and editing services. Clients can view your work samples and contact you about projects.

You handle the work and agree on prices with each client. Building a profile does not guarantee orders, so include clear examples of your editing skills and the kinds of documents you work on.

You can see how proofreaders list their services and find the sign-up options in Contra’s proofreading section.