Editor
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Mirjam Walser
Last position:
AI Trainer / Data Annotator at DataAnnotation, Outlier
- Review and creation of German-language training data for AI models, with a focus on language quality, tone of voice, and suitability for target groups.
- Design of prompts and evaluation frameworks for quality assurance of AI responses.
- Prompt design and creation of AI training content in German and English.
- Language and voice training for AI models in German.
Emanuel Jochum-Zehetner
Last position:
UX Architect (external, embedded) at Erste Digital
Embedded in an agile cross-functional team, I helped shape how complex banking interfaces look, feel and scale, working with a component-based design system and collaborating daily with engineers and product owners to make sure every design decision was both user-centred and buildable.
Banking, Enterprise Software, Figma, Design Systems, Agile/Scrum
Kristina Hartmeyer
Last position:
Editor, Translator and AI Trainer at Freelance
- Producing German website, email and social media copy
- Localising technical website copy from English to German (IT, Tech, consumer products)
- Evaluating AI-generated German texts for factual accuracy, tone, and cultural relevance
- Auditing and correcting synthetic German datasets, reducing grammatical and stylistic errors
Christian Stradal
Last position:
Standardization of equipment, software and processes for DACH/SOE region at Neuroth AG
- Scope development and project planning
- Stakeholder management
- Process analysis and adaptation
- Development of reporting structures
- Establishment of joint communication structures
- Training concept
- Order processing and cost tracking
Viola Klingspohn
Last position:
Layout Designer | Editor | Journalist (freelance) at RedaktionsNetzwerk Deutschland (RND)/Madsack Medien
- Editorial preparation of texts for daily newspapers and magazines
- Editing, shortening, and improving articles stylistically
- Writing headlines, introductions, and captions
- Selecting, editing, and placing image material
- Designing and print-ready production of editorial publications
- Proofreading, final editing, and editorial quality assurance
Katharina Geissler-Evans
Last position:
Marketing and Online Presence Consultant at Freelance
- Analysing clients' online channels and supporting improvement of marketing strategies with a focus on organic techniques
- Providing input and guidance on campaigns and promotional activities
- Supporting planning and management of social media and web content with user experience in mind
- Organising and running trainings on individual social media platforms, marketing strategies, user experience and mobile-first approach
Stefan Dömelt
Last position:
Online editor and content manager at Federal Employment Agency
- Content responsibility for two areas (careers and continuing education, as well as school, training and studies) and coordination with specialist departments
- Topic research and content planning for the online portal
- Web-friendly creation of target-group-relevant and SEO-optimized content for the online portal
- Building and maintaining multimedia content in the online portal CMS (Drupal)
- Monitoring the content of the online portal using Google Search Console and Matomo
- Ensuring the quality of the online portal through tests and analyses
- PowerPoint presentation of work results in topic conferences with BA specialist departments
- Supporting the existing online presence and analyzing and fixing errors
Rene Schakmann
Last position:
Head of Digital Services & IT at reet systems gmbh / THEOPHIL Holding GmbH
- Overall responsibility for IT, software development, and digital services of the company for brands such as Rosenberger, Rosehill, Burger King Austria (approx. 70 companies)
- Built the holding's lakehouse and data analytics platform
- Established and led the software development and IT department
- Established and led the operation (cloud-native AWS) of the B2B platform
- Connected IoT systems and developed models for predictive maintenance and production planning, data lake/lakehouse, and BI
- Preparation for ISO 27001 information security certification
- Technologies: Cloud, AWS, Java, Cypress, Angular, Python, Go
Veit Schumacher
Last position:
Freelance Copywriter, Editor and Concept Developer
- My words make an impression with clients: Volkswagen AG, Allianz AG, LOWA, Wirecard AG
- As a creative copywriter for Suzuki Austria, CUPRA, VOLVO, MAN, Splunk, Virtimo
- Editor and concept developer, and editor-in-chief of the outdoor blogazine airFreshing.com
- Professional support in creating SEO-optimized content and developing unique 360-degree campaigns (online/offline) on a freelance or permanent basis
Robert Prazak
Last position:
Editorial Lead, Falstaff International Online at Falstaff Verlag
Anke Schölzel
Last position:
Freelance copywriter, editor and communications consultant at Self-employed
- Write and edit marketing texts for print and web, including SEO, such as website copy, landing pages, product descriptions, white papers, flyers, brochures, presentations, and mailings
- Research and write journalistic texts for print and web, including ghostwriting, such as blog articles, interviews, profiles, and articles for newsletters and customer magazines
- Write press releases
- Project management
Johanna Janisch
Last position:
Content Creator at Writerlino
- Editing and creating websites
- Creating social media posts
- SEO
Oliver Schönfeld
Last position:
Senior consultant & copywriter (content marketing, PR editing, B2B communication) at Strategic communications consulting & freelance editor
Concept development, editing and independent delivery of texts for press, websites, social media and content marketing formats (print and digital). This also includes strategic consulting for managing directors and specialist departments.
Assignments & project successes (selection):
- Content marketing and sustainability communication for industrial brands: among other things, the first sustainability magazine of the roofing system manufacturer Bauder, from topic research to the finished issue, as well as contributions for the customer magazine "taking care" by Vaillant.
- Digital editorial work for WestLotto/Eurojackpot: print and digital customer magazine as well as its own weekly content marketing blog on Spiegel Online, designed in a clear, brand-appropriate tone.
- GEO- and SEO-optimized website texts: ongoing content optimization in projects for WestLotto, DHL, kununu and jameda, among others.
- B2B specialist texts for fire protection specialist Hekatron: technical articles, press releases and editorial contact with the trade press.
- Project-related communication responsibility for the first "smart AI Congress" of the VDI (November 2025).
- DVV Media Group: project-related support for complex, cross-media corporate publishing projects, including for KRONE. Concept development of media formats for various B2B clients to strengthen customer loyalty
Adrian Weinhold
Last position:
Freelance Editor at Self Employed
- Bridged staffing gaps or took on long-term projects, building and restructuring teams
- Served as a sparring partner for management on strategic decisions
- Worked in PR and press relations, social media channel management, launch campaigns, red carpet and set interviews
- Handled website relaunches for TV and film projects
- Developed a lifestyle magazine, creative and editorial concepts, served as editor-in-chief and interim publishing director
- Conducted concept and strategy development, delivering extensive content
Yvonne Scheja
Last position:
Private Auszeit
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Editor statistics
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
22 years
Position duration
4.8 years
Positions per freelancer
9
Top business areas
Marketing, Project Management, Research and Development
Top industries
Media and Entertainment, Information Technology, Professional Services
Certification focus areas
Marketing, Human Resources, Research and Development
Bachelor's degree or higher
79%
Master's degree or higher
53%
Doctorate
9%
Certifications per freelancer
2
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
95%
Based on our profile pool as of 21 Aug 2026.
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Average rates for Editor
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
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Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 21 Aug 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
About the role
Clear Communication Through Professional Editorial Work
A professional editor ensures that your written communication is clear, accurate, and aligned with your brand voice. Whether refining marketing copy, technical documentation, or long-form publications, these specialists elevate raw drafts into polished, high-impact content. They adapt to diverse style guides and maintain consistency across complex multi-channel campaigns.
Key Deliverables of Freelance Editors
Companies bring in editorial specialists to handle a variety of text-based assets. These professionals deliver polished materials across different departments and media types.
- Comprehensive line editing and structural restructuring of complex drafts
- Proofreading for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and typographical errors
- Styling and formatting according to AP, Chicago, or custom corporate style guides
- Fact-checking, reference verification, and compliance reviews of sensitive content
- Optimization of copy for search engines and user experience
Systems and Frameworks for Modern Publishing
Quality editorial work relies on a mix of standard publishing software, collaborative tools, and content systems. Editorial professionals navigate content management systems like WordPress or Contentful, coordinate work in project management platforms like Asana or Jira, and utilize advanced proofreading tools. They ensure seamless workflows when collaborating with writers, subject matter experts, and localization teams.
Why Hire an External Editing Specialist
Bringing in an external copy editor or proofreader provides an objective perspective on your company communications. Internal teams often become too close to their own writing to notice structural flaws or subtle errors. Freelancers offer the flexibility to scale editorial capacity during peak publishing cycles, product launches, or major content migrations without increasing permanent headcount.
Frequently asked questions
What clients ask us most about Editor — answered in short.
A copy editor focuses on sentence structure, flow, clarity, and tone, while a proofreader conducts the final quality check for spelling, punctuation, and formatting. Hiring a professional proofreader ensures that no typographical errors slip through before publication, whereas editing involves deeper revisions.
A professional freelance editor begins by analyzing your existing content assets, style guides, and brand persona documents. They align their revisions with your target audience, ensuring the tone remains consistent across all published channels.
A modern content editor is proficient with collaborative suites like Google Docs and Microsoft Word with tracked changes. They also work directly inside content management systems and utilize tools like Grammarly, Hemingway, or specialized publishing software.
Yes, an SEO editor specializes in integrating target keywords naturally into headings and body text without sacrificing readability. They improve metadata, internal linking structures, and overall content formatting to boost organic search visibility.
A managing editor is essential when you need to coordinate multiple writers, plan content calendars, and oversee production workflows. They act as the bridge between strategy and execution, ensuring deadlines are met and quality standards remain high.
A specialized technical editor possesses the background knowledge required to simplify complex jargon for broader audiences. They work closely with subject matter experts to translate technical specifications or medical data into clear, accurate documentation.
Hiring a freelance editorial specialist on a project basis is ideal for one-off campaigns, whitepapers, or website migrations. For continuous content production, an ongoing freelance arrangement ensures consistency and deep familiarity with your brand.
You can assess a professional editor by reviewing their portfolio of published work and conducting a short editing test on a sample of your own draft material. This test helps evaluate their attention to detail, adherence to instructions, and communication style.
The average hourly rate for Editor is 77 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 620 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers working as Editor, 79% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 53% hold at least a Master's degree, and 9% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers working as Editor have 22 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 4.8 years.
The most common languages among freelancers working as Editor are German (100%), English (95%), and French (48%).
The most common industries among freelancers working as Editor are Media and Entertainment (88%), Information Technology (53%), and Professional Services (48%).
The most common business areas among freelancers working as Editor are Marketing (88%), Project Management (50%), and Research and Development (48%).
FRATCH Editor main locations
Our freelancers and interim experts are at home across the DACH region — available on-site in the major business hubs or fully remote. Choose a location to discover matched specialists, local market insights and up-to-date availability.
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