Princeton Review
Princeton Review Career Profile: Editor
An overview of the career of an editor, including how to get into the career, related careers, the projected quality of life, and a look at the forecast of future jobs. Well organized information, very readable, and easy to navigate.
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The Slot: How Can I Become a Copy Editor?
A first person account of the job of copy editor, with a discussion of how to plan for and enter the career. Very straight forward and readable.
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The Slot: What Exactly Is a Copy Editor?
A detailed description of the job of copy editor, with a discussion of how it differs from other closely related jobs, e.g. proofreader. A very specific explanation of the various roles involved in publishing.