Writing, Editing, and Training Services
Scribe Technical helps organizations communicate complex ideas clearly, credibly, and effectively. We turn important information into documents people can quickly understand, trust, and act on.
Our clients in industry, government, and non-profits want to make a difference. That starts with clear written communication, guided by a professional writer and editor. We deliver polished, professional documents that showcase our clients’ expertise and move their projects forward.
Strategic
Assessment
Before jumping into the editing, we can provide strategic advice on how to develop and present your project to its most important audiences.
Depending on the project, we consider the purpose of the document, the needs of the key audience, content that could benefit from further development, conditions that may influence how the document is received, and its overall readability and alignment with project goals.
This assessment provides a strong foundation for the editing that follows.
Editing
We review your drafts (or help craft the first one), recommend changes, and provide the right type and level of editing for your project.
Not every document needs the same approach. We work with you to determine what will have the greatest impact.
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Environmental impact statements and assessments
Annual reports, strategic plans, impact reports
Guidelines and policies
Proposals and RFP responses
Case studies
Plain language summaries
Competition briefs and grants
Official community plans
Transportation plans
Technical studies and bulletins
Zoning bylaws
Position papers and discussion papers
Policies and regulations
Public-facing materials
Our Services
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Structural Editing
Editing for logic, flow, and style
Considers the big picture: Does the document work well overall?
Usually completed on an early draft, structural editing focuses on organizing content for logic and flow, developing clear and consistent descriptive headings, addressing repetition and gaps, and identifying where graphics or other visual elements could improve clarity. We also consider whether the document supports its purpose and meets the needs of its audience. Structural editing may include writing or developing new content.
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Stylistic Editing
Editing for logic, flow, and style
Considers how the writing works at the paragraph and sentence level: Does it read well?
We improve phrasing, transitions, voice, tone, readability, and accessibility. Stylistic editing is especially important when contributions from multiple specialists need to be harmonized into one coherent, credible, and decision-ready document.
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Copy Editing
Editing for consistency and accuracy
Considers whether a document is consistent and correct.
Usually completed after structural and stylistic editing, copy editing involves a detailed review of spelling, grammar, punctuation, usage, terminology, numbers, references, formatting, and alignment with the organization’s style guide or other editorial requirements.
The result is a document that is consistent, accurate, and ready for final production.
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Proofreading
Editing for precision and polish
Considers whether a document is ready to publish.
Completed after copy editing and layout are finished, proofreading is the final quality-control review. We check for remaining errors such as typos, missing words, incorrect punctuation or page numbers, broken cross-references, formatting inconsistencies, and missing or incorrect source information.
The result is a polished, publication-ready document.
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Training &
Development
We provide customized training in business writing, plain language writing, persuasive writing, and communicating technical content.
Our webinars and courses help organizations build individual skills, strengthen team capacity, and improve the quality and effectiveness of their written communications.
Training is available for groups of all sizes and tailored to each organization’s needs, priorities, and work.
Email us to discuss a customized training program for your team.