Competition for Aspiring Editors
Free Mentorship Competition for Aspiring Editors
Empowering the Next Generation of Editors
Are you an aspiring editor looking for hands-on experience, expert mentorship, and career-defining opportunities?
“Review It” is a first-of-its-kind free global mentorship competition designed to train and launch the careers of talented editors. With a rigorous selection process and a structured training approach, this program is your gateway to the publishing industry – at no cost to participants.
Over 5500 applicants from 30+ countries have already joined the movement!
Note: Applications for this round have closed. Stay tuned for future opportunities!
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How It Works
1
Qualify Through a Sample Edit
Applicants must complete and pass a sample edit to demonstrate their potential. Those who qualify move to the next stage of the program.
2
Free Masterclasses in Fiction Writing & Book Editing
Selected participants are enrolled in two expert-led masterclasses:
- Fiction Writing – Understanding storytelling, structure, and narrative techniques.
- Book Editing – Learning developmental editing, line editing, copy editing, and proofreading.
3
One Month to Learn & Apply
Participants have one month to complete the masterclasses and submit assignments that assess their editing capabilities.
4
The Top 50 Move to Live Projects & Internship Opportunities
The top 50 performers gain hands-on experience by working on live projects and are offered:
- Internships with placement opportunities in publishing houses.
- A 3-month intensive training program to refine their skills under expert mentorship.
Program Statistics & Impact
Global Reach
Over 5500+ applications received from 30+ countries worldwide.
Success Rate
68% of participants successfully completed the masterclasses and assignments.
Hands-on Learning
Over 100+ real-world editing projects provided for practical training.
Internship & Placement Success
48% of top performers secured internships with publishing houses.
Career Boost
37% of graduates received job offers, freelance gigs, or professional referrals post-program.
Expert-Led Training
6+ guest sessions featuring experienced editors and published authors.
Media & Industry Recognition
Featured in 6+ industry news platforms, reaching 500,000+ readers.
Additional Benefits for Participants
Participants also receive exclusive access to:
- 4 Live Classes led by industry professionals.
- A Repository of 100+ Editing Projects, covering:
- Developmental Editing
- Line Editing
- Copy Editing
- Proofreading
- Recognition for Excellence
- Top performers will receive an official certification from Edioak.
- LinkedIn Badges & Industry Recognition for select participants.
- The highest-ranking students will be featured on our platform and in publishing industry networks.
- One-on-One Mentor Feedback for top performers.
- Guest Sessions by experienced editors and published authors.
- Networking Opportunities with publishing industry professionals.
- Publishing Credits for select students who contribute to books.
- Portfolio-Building Support to showcase their expertise.
- Resume-Building & Interview Prep to secure editorial roles.
- Job Recommendations for standout participants.
- Access to Exclusive Job Boards & Publishing House Recruitment Drives.
Why Join "Review It"?
- Gain practical experience in professional editing.
- Learn from top industry experts and mentors.
- Get direct access to publishing job opportunities.
- Build an impressive editorial portfolio with live project experience.
- Participate in a world-class mentorship competition for free!