Technical writing and editing — academic papers & theses — funding proposals — sales proposals — process charts — instruction manuals — software manuals — website content — usability testing
Scientists, academics, engineers
I edit academic documents — papers, theses, and funding proposals.
I can turn your draft into a document that is a pleasure to read and worthy of being published.
Most of my experience is in telecommunications, electricity, and electronics, but I cover a wide range of other
scientific
and technical subjects.
Funding is crucial to research.
Let me help you craft a winning proposal. more
Clear, concise English is essential to being published.
Government departments, not-for-profits
Misunderstandings cost you money. Clear, easy-to-read staff instructions save it. In critical, public-service areas,
they may also protect your organisation from criticism.
I bring a clear, logical approach to the design of your staff manuals, forms, and systems. You'll be surprised how quickly I grasp
the fundamentals of your business. more
Good documentation is a sign of a well-run organisation.
Welcome to my website
I'm Brian Smith. I'm a technical editor, and you can access my editing services through this website.
I edit academic papers, research theses, sales proposals, instruction manuals, business process descriptions, software
manuals, etc. I also evaluate websites and edit website content.
My qualifications and experience are in engineering, business, and information design, and I
focus on communicating through clear and concise English.
Let me bring clarity and purpose to your writing.
Businesses
Don't spend a fortune writing a sales proposal then see a competitor win the business. Let me help you put your message
across. I can look at what you are offering from the customer's perspective.
I have long experience in editing and dressing up sales proposals. And, I understand tight deadlines. more
Presentation counts!
English not your first language?
I specialise in helping non-native speakers.
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Websites
Not getting much response? Not hitting your target market? Are people calling for information that is already on your
site?
I edit website text to ensure your message is clear and to the point.
I also evaluate website usability. I adopt a user's view point and look for logical structures, intuitive navigation,
appropriate presentation, and targeted content.
A desk evaluation takes only a few hours, yet can identify major usability problems. And it's not
expensive. more
Ineffective websites abound.
Is yours one of them?
Photo: Sally Jackman.