As a freelance editor, I am always on the lookout for new and interesting platforms to sell my services. Recently, I came across Fiverr, a website that connects freelancers with potential clients.
Intrigued, I decided to give it a try.
Fiverr is an online marketplace that allows freelancers to offer their services for a set price of $5. Services can range from simple tasks like logo design to more complex services like website development. Fiverr takes a 20% commission on each job, so if you complete a $5 job, you will actually only receive $4.
I was surprised by the variety of editing services available on Fiverr. There are currently over 1,000 different gigs listed under the “editing & proofreading” category.
Services include things like copy editing, developmental editing, and even book coaching. With so many different services available, there is sure to be something for everyone.
I was also surprised by the quality of some of the gigs. Although most gigs are completed by relatively unknown freelancers, there are some real gems to be found. I found a few gigs that were completed by editors with years of experience who were offering high-quality services at a fraction of the price I would normally charge.
The only downside to Fiverr is that it can be a bit of a gamble. Because you are only paying $5 for a gig, you really don’t know what you’re going to get.
There have been some cases of people ordering gigs and then not receiving anything at all. However, this is rare and is usually due to the buyer not reading the gig description carefully before ordering.
Overall, I would say that Fiverr is definitely worth checking out if you are looking for an affordable way to get your editing and proofreading done. Just be sure to do your research and only order from reputable sellers.
Is Fiverr Good for Editing?
While there are some cases of people not receiving their ordered gigs, overall Fiverr is a good place to find affordable editing and proofreading services. With over 1,000 different gigs listed in the “editing & proofreading” category, there is sure to be something for everyone.
