Dragonfly Editorial's Substantive Editing Workshop
Substantive editing goes beyond grammar and style — it’s about shaping content to be clear, engaging, and effective. However, tackling a substantive edit can be challenging and daunting as it requires a heavier hand and keen eye to deeply transform text beyond basic corrections.
In this webinar, Emily Primeaux, writing manager, will break down the process into six manageable steps, providing real-world examples and hands-on exercises. We will look at the different levels of edit, discuss ways in which editors can communicate with their clients about their editing needs, and at the end, Emily will work through a substantive edit in real time.
This session is perfect for editors looking to take their skills to the next level. If you missed her session at the ACES 2025 conference or ACES VCON 2024, or just want to learn more about substantive editing in general, Emily will use new and fresh examples to show editors of any level how to simplify the substantive editing process.
Dragonfly Field Guides:
Substantive Editing in 6 Steps
10 Steps to Boost Plain Language in Your Writing
