@EditorsToronto

The Toronto branch of @editorscanada

 Toronto, Ontario Canada
editors.ca/branch/toronto
Joined November 2010
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Sign up for tomorrow’s program “Beyond ChatGPT: Actually Useful AI for Writers & Editors” via Zoom at 7 pm. @braveenk will give a demo on AI-powered solutions beyond ChatGPT. Free for members. General admission is $7. To reserve your spot, follow the link: buytickets.at/editorstoronto…
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Hi! Yes, a recording will be made available to all participants.
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We are launching our 2023 season with “Beyond ChatGPT: Actually Useful AI for Writers & Editors”. Join us on Wednesday, September 27, 2023, at 7 pm EDT via Zoom with @braveenk. Free for members. General admission: $7. To reserve your spot, follow the link: buytickets.at/editorstoronto…
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Read our interview with Ruth E. Thaler-Carter, this month's editor for life. #AmEditing wp.me/p3ZFis-1zX

Editor for Life: Ruth E. Thaler-Carter, Freelance Writer/Editor

Interview conducted by Keith Goddard. A career as an editor is often a solo adventure, especially if you’re a freelancer. So, we thought one way to better connect with fellow editors was to ask the…

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Editors Toronto retweeted
Gael Spivak, MA@Piglita5 Jul 2023
Are you a plain language advocate? Join the team whose mission is to help organizations and communications professionals around the world promote, adopt, and use the new Plain Language Standard. Published on June 20! bit.ly/3rJn6Of #PlainLanguage #Writing #Editing
On a piece of lined paper that has been ripped out of a coil notebook, the words “2023 resolutions” appear at the top and are underlined. Below that, there are three bulleted items that read “Learn about the ISO plain language standard,” “Help promote the standard” and “Get ready to create versatile, inclusive and easy-to-read content.”

ALT On a piece of lined paper that has been ripped out of a coil notebook, the words “2023 resolutions” appear at the top and are underlined. Below that, there are three bulleted items that read “Learn about the ISO plain language standard,” “Help promote the standard” and “Get ready to create versatile, inclusive and easy-to-read content.”

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What's an important skill or character trait that has helped you in your editing career? Read our latest "Editors Advise" post to see what our panel thinks. wp.me/p3ZFis-1zj

Editors Advise: On Reading and Helpful Skills

In this series, editors share their experiences, insights, and tips on the practical aspects of working as an editor or writer. In our last instalment, six editors shared their thoughts on whe…

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If you don't own “The Freelance Editor’s Handbook: A Complete Guide to Making Your Business Thrive,” by Suzy Bills, you can read a review in our latest blog post. wp.me/p3ZFis-1yn #AmEditing
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Pre-Conference reminder: On Friday June 16, join Editors Toronto for two engaging workshops during the day, and then join other conference attendees at a reception at TMU. #EditorsIRL: a little more conference for your conference. For more: pheedloop.com/editors23/site…
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We’re getting close to our AGM and we still have a few executive positions open. Please email [email protected] if you’re interested. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to gain experience, add to your résumé, and attract more clients!
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Regrettably, we have to announce the cancellation of Amy J. Schneider's workshop "Talking Points: Copy Editing Dialogue in Fiction." We understand the disappointment this may cause, and we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused.
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Looking for a way to get involved with Editors Toronto? The treasurer position is a great way to get your feet wet. Minimal time commitment and a chance to connect with some great people. Email [email protected].
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Tonight! “Ask the Editor Hive: Growing Your Business” at 7:00 pm EDT via Zoom. We hope to see you there! To reserve your spot, follow the link: buytickets.at/editorstoronto…
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As the author of the recently published book, The Chicago Guide to Copyediting Fiction, @amyjschnwill share her insights on how to maintain character voice and retain reader engagement. Registration: buytickets.at/editorstoronto…
Talking Points: Copy Editing Dialogue in Fiction Facilitator: Amy J. Schneider Time: 2:00 pm–4:00 pm Cost: $100 (plus HST and transaction fees) You will learn • how to identify dialogue tags, action beats, and verbs of utterance • how to punctuate dialogue • how to represent numbers in dialogue • how to style sounds and other nonverbal expressions • how to format unspoken dialogue • and more!

ALT Talking Points: Copy Editing Dialogue in Fiction Facilitator: Amy J. Schneider Time: 2:00 pm–4:00 pm Cost: $100 (plus HST and transaction fees) You will learn • how to identify dialogue tags, action beats, and verbs of utterance • how to punctuate dialogue • how to represent numbers in dialogue • how to style sounds and other nonverbal expressions • how to format unspoken dialogue • and more!

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Have you ever dreamed of running your own blog? Here is your chance! As BoldFace editor-in-chief, you’ll be working with a pool of volunteers and editing professionals to bring our readers stories that highlight our profession. Email [email protected] for details!
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Tomorrow at 7:00 pm EDT via Zoom we're offering “Ask the Editor Hive: Growing Your Business.” Come and chat with fellow editors about the business of editing. To reserve your spot, follow the link: buytickets.at/editorstoronto…
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Toronto is the hub for many of Canada’s big publishing houses and is full of freelancing opportunities. Ruth E. Thaler-Carter lends her years of expertise to help aspiring editors seeking employment. Registration: buytickets.at/editorstoronto…
Résumés for Editors: How to Look Your Best When Job- or Client-Hunting Facilitator: Ruth E. Thaler-Carter Time: 11:30 am–1:30 pm Cost: $50 (plus HST and transaction fees) You will learn • why you should have a résumé • trends in résumé content and design • what errors to avoid • appropriate formats • whether to post on your website

ALT Résumés for Editors: How to Look Your Best When Job- or Client-Hunting Facilitator: Ruth E. Thaler-Carter Time: 11:30 am–1:30 pm Cost: $50 (plus HST and transaction fees) You will learn • why you should have a résumé • trends in résumé content and design • what errors to avoid • appropriate formats • whether to post on your website

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What important communication tools need expertise from editors in this online-focused world? We invited @cvasilevski to present “Transferring Editorial Skills to Websites and Apps: Content Design Principles for Editors.” Registration: buytickets.at/editorstoronto….
Transferring Editorial Skills to Websites and Apps: Content Design Principles for Editors Facilitator: Christina Vasilevski Time: 9:00 am–11:00 am Cost: $100 (plus HST and transaction fees) Follow the link for registration and info You will learn ● what content design is and how it overlaps with content strategy ● how to apply publishing/editing skills towards working in a digital-first environment ● commonly used terminology and tools for developing mobile apps, websites, and other digital products ● basic user experience principles, such as UX and content testing methods

ALT Transferring Editorial Skills to Websites and Apps: Content Design Principles for Editors Facilitator: Christina Vasilevski Time: 9:00 am–11:00 am Cost: $100 (plus HST and transaction fees) Follow the link for registration and info You will learn ● what content design is and how it overlaps with content strategy ● how to apply publishing/editing skills towards working in a digital-first environment ● commonly used terminology and tools for developing mobile apps, websites, and other digital products ● basic user experience principles, such as UX and content testing methods

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To gear up for the 2023 Editors Canada Conference: Editors In Real Life, Editors Toronto is hosting three in-person workshops on Friday, June 16, 2023 at Tecumseh Auditorium, 55 Gould Street, M58 1E9. Additional information and registration: pheedloop.com/editors23/site…
Transferring Editorial Skills to Websites and Apps: Content Design Principles for Editors Facilitator: Christina Vasilevski Time: 9:00 am–11:00 am EDT Cost: $100 (plus HST and transaction fees) Follow the link for registration and info You will learn ● what content design is and how it overlaps with content strategy ● how to apply publishing/editing skills towards working in a digital-first environment ● commonly used terminology and tools for developing mobile apps, websites, and other digital products ● basic user experience principles, such as UX and content testing methods

ALT Transferring Editorial Skills to Websites and Apps: Content Design Principles for Editors Facilitator: Christina Vasilevski Time: 9:00 am–11:00 am EDT Cost: $100 (plus HST and transaction fees) Follow the link for registration and info You will learn ● what content design is and how it overlaps with content strategy ● how to apply publishing/editing skills towards working in a digital-first environment ● commonly used terminology and tools for developing mobile apps, websites, and other digital products ● basic user experience principles, such as UX and content testing methods

Résumés for Editors: How to Look Your Best When Job- or Client-Hunting Facilitator: Ruth E. Thaler-Carter Time: 11:30 am–1:30 pm EDT Cost: $50 (plus HST and transaction fees) Follow the link for registration and info You will learn • why you should have a résumé • trends in résumé content and design • what errors to avoid • appropriate formats • whether to post your résumé on your website

ALT Résumés for Editors: How to Look Your Best When Job- or Client-Hunting Facilitator: Ruth E. Thaler-Carter Time: 11:30 am–1:30 pm EDT Cost: $50 (plus HST and transaction fees) Follow the link for registration and info You will learn • why you should have a résumé • trends in résumé content and design • what errors to avoid • appropriate formats • whether to post your résumé on your website

Talking Points: Copy Editing Dialogue in Fiction Facilitator: Amy J. Schneider Time: 2:00 pm–4:00 pm EDT Cost: $100 (plus HST and transaction fees) Follow the link for registration and info You will learn • how to identify dialogue tags, action beats, and verbs of utterance • how to punctuate dialogue • how to represent numbers in dialogue • how to style sounds and other nonverbal expressions • how to format unspoken dialogue • and more!

ALT Talking Points: Copy Editing Dialogue in Fiction Facilitator: Amy J. Schneider Time: 2:00 pm–4:00 pm EDT Cost: $100 (plus HST and transaction fees) Follow the link for registration and info You will learn • how to identify dialogue tags, action beats, and verbs of utterance • how to punctuate dialogue • how to represent numbers in dialogue • how to style sounds and other nonverbal expressions • how to format unspoken dialogue • and more!

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We’re inviting Editors Toronto members to “Ask the Editor Hive: Growing Your Business” on Tuesday, May 30, at 7:00 pm EDT via Zoom.
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Are you passionate about putting together events? Do you want to get to know more people in the editing field? Is there an editing topic you’re dying to learn more about? Then you are the right fit for our programs chair! Email [email protected].
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