Hello! You're probably a busy person and you're probably shopping around, so let me sum things up for you quickly.
The gist:
My name is Nine and I offer copyediting, subediting, proofreading and audio transcription services.
Why you might like working with me:
I get work done quickly and affordably, and I let clients know straight away if there are likely to be any issues. I often keep unsociable hours, plus I'm probably in a different time zone to you anyway, so I may well be able to get the job done while you sleep. I can help you rephrase your text so that it reads more clearly, or I can limit my focus to punctuation and typos, according to your wishes.
My background:
I have a degree in sociology with gender studies, and years of writing and editing experience for magazines and other publications. I worked in the voluntary sector for several years before I joined the redundancy club*, which was what led me to start Out Of This Boring Neighbourhood. Most of my clients are PhD students and European NGOs, but I'm open to anything, and if I can't help you I may be able to point you towards someone who can.
Prices:
For a quote, please include a short sample of your writing when you contact me. It doesn't need to be a sample of the document you'd like me to work on – just something broadly representative of your style. I'll get back to you quickly.
Payment:
Normally I receive payment by bank transfer, in pounds sterling, and I'll send an invoice once work has been completed. This is to be paid within 28 days. If you are a new client and you're not affiliated to any institution, I may request a deposit prior to commencement of work. If you're unable to pay by bank transfer, we can discuss cheques or PayPal. I can be flexible, so just let me know what's good for you.
What's with the name, anyway?
Out Of This Boring Neighbourhood is from a line in the song Oh Susquehanna by Defiance, Ohio. I recommend checking it out if you like anarcho-folk-punk. Also, I'm travelling indefinitely nowadays, so it turns out the name fits better than originally anticipated.
Contact me!
Email: nine at outofthisboringneighbourhood dot com
I look forward to working with you!