Institute of Professional Editors (IPEd)

IPEd is delighted to announce the launch of the third edition of the IPEd standards for editing practice (the Standards). The Standards sets out the core standards that professional editors in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand should meet and is a valuable and useful resource for editors and those working in associated industries and roles. The review of the Standards has been a thorough, consultative process that has taken close to three years to complete. This edition has a strong focus on editing for accessibility, diversity, equity and inclusion, and Māori and First Nations peoples, with reviews conducted by external specialists. Other changes to the Standards reflect the current and emerging trends in the editing and publishing industry. Download the Standards today. https://lnkd.in/efgmc4aG #IPEdStandardsForEditingPractice #IPEdStandards

Got burning questions about what it’s like to work as an editor? Curious about how to start out in the profession? Editors Victoria’s “Ask An Editor” series is back, with an opportunity for students of editing, or those considering an editing career, to ask questions of seasoned editing industry professionals. This event welcomes three experienced editors - Matt Holden, Bridget Blair and Cecile Shanahan - as they discuss their editing careers. The editors will be on hand to answer questions and share their experiences across the industry in magazines, travel and lifestyle books, and young adult fiction. Date: Friday 3 May 2024 Time: 11:30am AEST / NZ: 1:30pm NZST Venue: Online via Zoom Bookings close: Wednesday 1 May 2024 Book today: https://lnkd.in/gqB_daWv

Keen to boost your copyediting skills? In need of a refresher on style sheets? Want to learn some great strategies for communicating with authors? This full-day workshop will cover: - the difference between a substantive edit, a copyedit and a proofread - the ins and outs of editorial style sheets and how they can improve your editing practice - how to communicate effectively and sensitively with authors to help them understand why an editorial concern is an issue and what they can do about it - the practicalities of copyediting for consistency and accuracy The workshop is interactive and hands-on, with workbooks provided to lead you through the ideas and give you sample texts to work on. Date: Sunday 19 May 2024 Time: 10 am to 5 pm AEST / 12 pm to 7 pm NZST Venue: Online via Zoom Bookings close on Friday 11 May 2024 Book today: https://lnkd.in/gR7np_UX

"If you’re an Accredited Editor (AE), you probably remember the stress and workload leading up to, and including, the accreditation exam. What you may not remember is how the exam was run and who invigilated it, making it a seamless experience for all." In case you missed it: In the latest issue of the IPEd newsletter, Gatherings, the Accreditation Board shared the rewards of exam invigilation. For Accredited Editors volunteering as an invigilator is a way of giving back to IPEd by supporting other editors to achieve a career milestone. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gXH5rjG7

In this in-conversation event, cultural critic, Autistic advocate and screenwriting researcher Clem Bastow and Autistic editor Louise Merrington will discuss editing the Autistic voice – what it is, their own experiences of being edited as Autistic writers, and how editors can work with neurodivergent clients in ways that maintain the authenticity of their voices. This presentation event does not include learning activities for participants other than an opportunity to ask questions. Date: Tuesday 7 May 2024 Time: 6.45 pm AEST / 8.45 pm NZST Venue: Online via Zoom Bookings Close: Sunday 5 May 2024 Book today: https://lnkd.in/gTbtCfDa

Did you miss our presentation on how to get editing work in Australian universities? Don't despair! The recording is now available to purchase and view until Friday 12 July 2024. In this presentation, Dr Kai Jensen discusses the sorts of editing work universities, their staff and students are willing to pay for, how to get this work, and how it’s changing. Purchase today: https://lnkd.in/gBBQHJuq

UTS Writing academics and industry experts will provide their insights on pursuing a career in writing, editing and publishing at a free info session on May 7 at the UTS LX Lab. See more below ⤵

The IPEd accreditation exam is a Big Deal. And a smooth registration process is key to helping us accommodate your needs on exam day. This free 2-hour registration support session will help you with the registration process. In this session, you can: - ask questions about registration and the logistics of the exam - read and ask questions about the Guide for candidates - complete the online registration form using the link sent in your booking confirmation email - use the session as motivation to help you check registration off your to-do list. These sessions are completely optional and you can arrive and leave at any time during the 2-hour window. Date: Thursday 23 May 2024 Time: 4.30 pm to 6.30 pm AWST 6.00 pm to 8.00 pm ACST 6.30 pm to 8.30 pm AEST 8.30 pm to 10.30 pm NZST Venue: Online via Zoom Book today: https://lnkd.in/gcHUQ2p8

We want to hear from you! This survey provides us with vital data that will inform our activities as we advocate for you and the profession. Take the 2024 IPEd member survey today! https://lnkd.in/ggP-bb6s

University of Queensland student Despina Cook won the 2024 IPEd Student Prize. In the latest issue of Gatherings, she shares her reaction to the news, her pathway to editing and her plans for what’s next. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gQExsKFc The University of Queensland