Phon Baillie, founder of Edit Republic, editorial business coach and proofreading expert

Build Your Editorial Career On Your Terms

Learn the skills, build client work, and create an editorial business that fits your life.

You Don’t Need A Traditional Path

You don’t need a degree in publishing.
You don’t need industry connections.
And you don’t need years of experience to get started.

What you do need is the right structure, the right skills, and a clear path to quality client work.

That’s exactly what we built Edit Republic to provide.

How It Started

Hi, I’m Phon.

I was the bookworm who had no idea how to turn a passion for words into a career. I started with zero prior experience and pure determination. And earned my way into publishing school, landed a senior role at a major publishing house—and then walked away from it all.

Not because it was easy, but because I wanted something of my own.

Admittedly, I hit every roadblock along the way… Not knowing where to start, doubting myself, and having no mentors or resources to guide me in creating an editorial business.

So I built Edit Republic. And then I shared it with you.

Why Edit Republic Exists

Editorial work has always felt like it’s out of reach— You need the “right” background, the “right” degree, the “right” connections… We built Edit Republic to change that.

Here, your starting point doesn’t matter. What matters is that you show up. We’ve helped thousands of students—many with no experience—build real editorial businesses through practical skills, genuine encouragement, and a community that actually roots for you.

There’s no gatekeeping. No pretension. Just a clear path forward for everyone.

What Makes This Different

This isn’t just about learning how to proofread and edit. It’s about building something valuable.

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Pro Skills

Learn professional proofreading and editing skills you can apply to any industry.

Structured Practice

Develop accuracy and confidence through interactive workbook exercises based on industry editorial standards.

A Path To Clients

Learn how to position your services, attract clients, and grow your work into a sustainable business.

What Our Students Go On To Do

They start businesses.
They work with quality clients.
They build flexible careers.

Some begin with no experience at all.
Others are looking for a second career or a new direction.

What they have in common is this:

They decided to start.

Start Your Editorial Business With Confidence

Join the free masterclass and learn the 4-step framework to build your editorial business and turn your skills into fulfilling, paid work.

No experience required