Offering | Monthly and One–Time Services

 
 

MONTHLY (On going)

EDITORIAL COPY COACHING – starting at $685/month

Looking for regular copy editing for website, book, or email communications drafts — think of this as Copy Editing, broken down into a monthly format.

  • Copy edits each month (up to 9,000 words or or roughly 18 pages single spaced) 

  • Bimonthly calls to discuss key elements of your writing as it aligns with positioning, clarity, and market

  • Email support to provide accountability, support, and guidance

MINI EDITORIAL DIRECTOR – starting at $1,500 - 2,500/month

Content Designer: A level of service, combining editorial direction, strategy, and word polishing from a human rather than AI, where writing can feel flat, robotic and void of your unique voice. I consider my editorial process inclusive of the calls, the communications, the back and forth until it's polished and publish ready.

  • Big picture support like annual content planning and calendar scheduling

  • Content creative organization and road map

  • Includes Editorial Copy Coaching services

Before diving in, let’s make sure it’s the right fit. Schedule a free 20 minute introduction call or email me, hello(at)surroundlife(dot)com


Erin is a wizard with words. When I felt stuck on a project, she provided valuable insights and helped me integrate my messaging with my larger mission in mind. She’s not only a great writer, but a sounding board for the bigger picture ideas I was struggling to bring to life. Erin gets the finer points and the sweeping broad strokes, which is a rare combination to find! I appreciate her “anything is possible” attitude and the enthusiastic energy she brings to a project. She’s a gem!
— Claire R.
Erin’s contribution during changeable times for us was stabilizing and expansive at the same time. Her enthusiastic energy stimulated everyone to think outside the box and was able to support us to go into action.
— Myra L.


PROJECT (One–time)

CONTENT CREATIVE STRATEGY SESSION – $285

70 min. 

HALF-DAY CREATIVE STRATEGY SESSION – $685

3 hours. We settle in, get in the groove, and get to work. Yes, we’ll take a break. We will have to in order to remain clear and calm. 

COPY EDITING – starting at $2,500

For creators and writers with either a completed manuscript or equivalent who are looking to refine their prose on a sentence level.

  • In-line mechanical and substantive edits to enhance your manuscript's language, style, and readability

  • In depth suggestions and recommendations to improve clarity and flow. I keep your voice and guidelines in mind and give them polish. Let me help you amplify your message and voice and make it shine. 

  • Editorial brief – an audit reporting key elements to keep, consider, edit – constructive feedback and actionable recommendations.

  • Followup editorial review to discuss feedback and any questions\

DEVELOPMENTAL EDITING – starting at $2,000

Best for creators or writers who have written multiple drafts, have a close to final draft in place, working on a proposal, or need assistance with developing and mapping out a content plan. 

  • Consultation call to discuss your overall goals, questions, and challenges

  • A comprehensive read-through of your draft

  • Or a comprehensive read-through of current content outline and plan

  • Editorial brief – an audit reporting key elements to keep, consider, edit – constructive feedback and actionable recommendations

  • Annotations throughout your draft(s), pinpointing areas for thematic deepening or narrative enhancement or position clarity

  • Followup editorial review to discuss feedback and any question

Before diving in, let’s make sure it’s the right fit. Schedule a free 20 minute introduction call or email me, hello(at)surroundlife(dot)com


 
Working with Erin on my writing project was an incredibly easeful and inspiring experience. Her creative approach helped me organize my thoughts and stay on track, making the process feel manageable and enjoyable. Erin has a unique talent for teasing out parts of the story that may have otherwise remained dormant, bringing depth and richness to the narrative. Her communication was clear and supportive, and she was always timely, professional, and respectful. I couldn’t have asked for a better collaborator and highly recommend her to anyone looking for guidance on their writing journey.
— Anjali D.
 
 

Clear | Impactful | Polished

What people say about working with me

  • An infectious and inspirational drive to design, create, and build clear cohesive systems.

  • Makes complex matters concise and clear, simplifying them in a way that is relatable and understandable.

  • Contributes to creative vision: clear and articulate writing, editing, and organizing. Ability to synthesize effective forms of communication.

  • Agile. Ease and graceful when working with others in leadership, management, and productive roles.

  • Ability to articulate the value of all creative work and synthesize it - how it’s interconnected and dependent upon each other.

  • Brings creative businesses forward while delivering a blend of organizational and experimental thinking and management.

  • Ability to see the bigger picture. Intuitiveness. Gets the finer points as well as the sweeping broad strokes.

  • International expertise. Honest curiosity and love of people. Relationships are the bedrock upon which life is built.