Hilton B

Sedgefield, South Africa

“Comprehension through clarity.”

Specialist subjects:

Photography Technology

Editing formats:

Education:

Favorite referencing style

IEEE referencing is my favorite. Its in-text citations are simple and short and do not rob the document or paragraph of its flow.

Why I became an editor

I have always enjoyed reading—from detective novels, to bird books, to the specifications for computer processors. As one of Jehovah’s Witnesses, I have also carefully studied the Bible. These diverse yet regular studies have helped me to understand the importance of consistency and clarity while writing. A simple misspelled word or grammatically incorrect sentence can detract from the overall message.

Background and experience

Through several years of self-teaching, I have gained substantial experience in photography and IT. I have also spent time learning 3D modeling, and have been learning about birds for as long as I can remember. I have built up an extensive knowledge of plants since I began professional landscaping in 2019. Since I work mostly for myself, I have also gained experience with web design.

Why I love proofreading and editing

As much as I enjoy reading a well-written piece, it almost makes me sad when something interrupts that flow and detracts from the document. Thus, I love helping other people to polish and refine their hard work.

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Favorite book:

The Ranger's Apprentice series by John Flanagan are my favorite books.

Hobbies:

I enjoy teaching others about the Bible, spending time with friends, watching birds, going for walks, and playing frisbee. I also enjoy reading, watching Netflix, and playing video games.

Editing tips:

You can’t go over a document too many times. I also keep in mind that I’m not the author, so I aim to make as few edits as possible, while ensuring consistency and clarity throughout the document.

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