Institute of Professional Editors (IPEd)

IPEd is delighted to announce the launch of the third edition of the IPEd standards for editing practice (the Standards). The Standards sets out the core standards that professional editors in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand should meet and is a valuable and useful resource for editors and those working in associated industries and roles. The review of the Standards has been a thorough, consultative process that has taken close to three years to complete. This edition has a strong focus on editing for accessibility, diversity, equity and inclusion, and Māori and First Nations peoples, with reviews conducted by external specialists. Other changes to the Standards reflect the current and emerging trends in the editing and publishing industry. Download the Standards today. https://lnkd.in/efgmc4aG #IPEdStandardsForEditingPractice #IPEdStandards

⏰ The 2026 IPEd Student Prize is now open for entries! The prize acknowledges excellent work by a student of editing. It is open to any tertiary-level student enrolled in an editing or publishing course at a New Zealand or Australian tertiary institution in 2025, including students who finished their studies at the end of the first semester. Entry is open for work completed as part of the student’s course that demonstrates editing skills or reflects issues relevant to the editing profession. Entries close on Monday 10 November, with the winner to be announced in early 2026. More information is available at https://lnkd.in/gxECDm8p

Looking to brush up on your editing skills? Maybe you'd like to chat with an experienced editor or get some advice on where to next? The IPEd Mentoring Program might be just what you’re looking for. The Mentoring Program is aimed at editors at all levels, including those: 💡entering the profession 💡preparing for accreditation 💡returning to the profession after time off 💡with any level of experience who want to brush up their skills or move into a new area of editing 💡who have accepted a job outside their usual area of expertise. IPEd’s mentorship program will pair you with an experienced and approachable mentor who can provide the advice and guidance to help you develop as an editor. 💻 https://lnkd.in/g6F4AUQP

Interested in science editing? Join us to hear from Emmanuelle Botte who worked as a scientist for 13 years and now supports the scientific community through excellent writing. Bookings must close on Thursday. Book now 🎟️ https://lnkd.in/gCCvaTEP

A quick glimpse at the wide range of educational events the Institute of Professional Editors (IPEd) offers - reflecting the diversity of work professional editors might undertake. These are open to non-members, but members pay a discounted rate. Plus, you’ll find your professional tribe - a network of learning, sharing, skills exchange, advocacy and overflow work opportunities. Why not join, if you’re an editor in Australia or Aotearoa New Zealand? https://lnkd.in/g4VYRvJk

Do you want to edit more efficiently in Microsoft Word while reducing repetitive strain? Macros transform tedious and time-consuming editing tasks into one-click solutions, freeing you to focus on the work that requires your professional judgment. These macro tools help you: ✅ make copyedits (such as converting numbers to numerals and correcting capitalisation errors) ✅find consistency errors (including proper nouns and hyphenation issues) ✅conduct internet searches (for example, looking up terms in the Macquarie Dictionary and Google) ✅add terms to your style sheet in the background, keeping your focus on the flow of text ✅handle many other routine editing tasks. This workshops is designed for editors with little to no macro experience, this beginner-friendly approach requires only basic computer skills—if you can copy and paste, you can use macros. There are only a handful of spots left, so book now! 🎟️ https://lnkd.in/gc4FQudT Note: A MAC macros workshop will run in November.

Nominations for the 2026 Janet Mackenzie Medal (the Mackenzie) are now open. The Mackenzie is IPEd’s most prestigious award. It recognises the outstanding achievements and contributions of a current or past IPEd Professional Member to the editing profession, particularly in lifting standards and/or giving exemplary service to IPEd. The award honours Janet Mackenzie DE (1947–2018). Janet was an Honorary Life Member and founding member of Editors Victoria (1970) and served IPEd in many capacities over many years. Nominations will be accepted until 4 November 2025. Full details on eligibility, judging criteria, how to nominate and how to submit the nomination are available in the 2026 Nomination Instructions. https://lnkd.in/grtcJsty

IPEd has made a formal submission to the Productivity Commission in response to the “Harnessing data and digital technology” public inquiry. As an integral part of the publishing industry and literary sector, we share the deep concerns of writers and publishers about the current and future uses of generative AI, and its potential to undermine the viability and integrity of the creative industries. Read the submission here: https://lnkd.in/gUmKk7pd

Hear from a science editor, learn more about ghostwriting and build your accessible editing skills. Don't miss these upcoming events and workshops! A journey to becoming a scientific editor with Emmanuelle Botte Date: Tuesday 7 October 2025 Bookings close: Tuesday 2 October 2025 🎟️ https://lnkd.in/gCCvaTEP Invisible ink: tales of a ghostwriter with Liam Pieper Dates: Tuesday 14 October 2025 Bookings close: Monday 13 October 2025 🎟️ https://lnkd.in/gm5XWCMz Workshop: Accessibility in action – Creating useful image descriptions with Julie Ganner AE  Date: Monday 3 November 2025 Bookings close: Monday 27 October 2025 🎟️ https://lnkd.in/g8u6w9j6

The 2026 IPEd Student Prize is now open for entries! The prize acknowledges excellent work by a student of editing. It is open to any tertiary-level student enrolled in an editing or publishing course at a New Zealand or Australian tertiary institution in 2025, including students who finished their studies at the end of the first semester. Entry is open for work completed as part of the student’s course that demonstrates editing skills or reflects issues relevant to the editing profession. Entries close on Monday 10 November, with the winner to be announced in early 2026. More information is available at https://lnkd.in/gxECDm8p