Description
Rewrite unpublished manuscripts to correct errors and to make them more appealing to the target audience.
Alternative labels
rewriting manuscripts
rewrite manuscript
edit manuscripts
revise manuscripts
amend manuscripts
correct manuscripts
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Rewrite manuscripts is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Optional skill
Rewrite manuscripts is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Fact checker: Fact checkers make certain that all the information in texts that are ready for publishing is correct. They research the facts thoroughly and correct errors.
Book editor: Book editors find manuscripts that can be published. They review texts from writers to evaluate the commercial potential or they ask writers to take on projects that the publishing company wishes to publish. Book editors maintain good relationships with writers.
Copy editor: Copy editors ascertain that a text is agreeable to read. They ensure that a text adheres to the conventions of grammar and spelling. Copy editors read and revise materials for books, journals, magazines and other media.
Journalist: Journalists research, verify and write news stories for newspapers, magazines, television and other broadcast media. They cover political, economic, cultural, social and sport events. Journalists must conform to ethical codes such as freedom of speech and right of reply, press law and editorial standards in order to bring objective information.
Publications coordinator: Publications coordinators are responsible for the production of print and online materials such as news letters, company procedures, technical documents and other publications for institutions and businesses. They supervise the publishing teams and make sure the publications reach their target audience.
Critic: Critics write reviews of literary, musical and artistic works, restaurants, movies, television programs and other themes for newspapers, journals, magazines, radio, television and other media. They evaluate theme, expression and technique. Critics make judgements based on their personal experience and knowledge.
References
- Rewrite manuscripts – ESCO
