Honorary president: Judith Butcher Honorary vice-president: David Crystal OBE

How to join the SfEP

Who can join the SfEP?

The SfEP is a professional society for employed and self-employed copy-editors and proofreaders. Desk editors, project managers and other editorial professionals are also welcome to join. In addition, the Society encourages all publishing houses and other businesses and organizations that use the services of editors and proofreaders to join as corporate associates.

Will I be an associate or a member?

All new entrants to the SfEP join as associates. Individual associates with relevant qualifications and experience may then apply for ordinary or advanced membership (see below).

See Membership structure for more information.

How much does it cost to join?

Everyone joining the SfEP pays the annual associate subscription of £85.00, plus an application processing fee of £27.50 (total: £112.50).

The £27.50 joining fee is waived for students. To apply as a student, contact the SfEP Office and ask for a student application form to be sent to you.

For more information on subscriptions, including those for corporate associates, see Annual SfEP subscriptions. NB: All subscriptions are non-refundable.

How do I apply to join?

If you are interested in joining the SfEP, please download an application form, complete it and send it with the appropriate processing fee to the SfEP Office.

If you have some training and experience in copy-editing and proofreading, you may be eligible to become a member. If you believe that you would be eligible for either ordinary or advanced membership, tick the relevant box on the application form and we will send you ordinary and advanced membership application forms with your membership pack.

How can I upgrade my status within the SfEP?

Existing associates or ordinary members wishing to upgrade to ordinary or advanced membership may request the appropriate forms from the SfEP Office at any time. The comprehensive notes for applicants (36 KB pdf) will tell you exactly what is required and what you have to do.

All applicants for an upgrade must pay a standard fee of £33.

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