A Game-Changing Initiative Giving Aspiring Editors a Competitive Edge
For many aspiring editors, breaking into the publishing industry has long been an uphill battle—one often requiring expensive degrees, years of unpaid internships, and insider connections. But a new initiative is shifting the landscape. Edioak’s ‘Review It’ Mentorship Competition, a free global program, is redefining access to editorial careers, and the response has been nothing short of overwhelming.
The competition, launched in April 2025, attracted over 500 applications from more than 30 countries, signaling a strong demand for accessible, hands-on editorial training. Unlike traditional editing courses, ‘Review It’ offers real-world experience, bridging the gap between academic learning and professional publishing.
🚀 A Free Editorial Training Program That Works
The mentorship program follows a rigorous selection process. Applicants must first clear a sample editing test before being enrolled in expert-led masterclasses on Fiction Writing and Book Editing. The top performers then gain access to exclusive industry mentorship, live projects, and publishing house internships.
Edioak reports that 65% of participants successfully completed the program, with 40% securing internships and 30% receiving job offers or freelance work as a result.
Why ‘Review It’ is a Game-Changer for Editors
- 🌍 Global Reach: The program attracted 500+ applicants from 30+ countries, including the US, UK, Canada, India, and Australia.
- ✍️ Real-World Training: Participants worked on 100+ professional editing projects, covering Developmental Editing, Line Editing, Copy Editing, and Proofreading.
- 🎓 High-Quality Instruction: 4 live masterclasses were led by seasoned industry professionals.
- 💼 Internship & Placement Success: 40% of top performers secured internships with publishing houses.
- 🏆 Career Breakthroughs: 30% of graduates landed freelance gigs, full-time job offers, or direct professional referrals.
- 🎖️ Industry Recognition: Graduates received LinkedIn badges, industry-endorsed certificates, and exposure to top recruiters.
- 🤝 Networking & Career Guidance: Participants engaged in guest sessions, mentorship, and publishing house recruitment drives.
To keep up with the surge in interest, Edioak also introduced a bite-sized version of the program on Udemy—“Book Editing Masterclass with Live Practicals.” With over 4,500 students enrolled, this top-rated course on Book Editing gives aspiring editors a chance to gain essential editing experience in a flexible, affordable format. It’s a perfect primer for those who want to dip their toes into the editing world before committing to the full mentorship.
What’s Next for ‘Review It’?
The overwhelming success of the first edition has prompted Edioak to expand the program. Future editions are expected to include:
✔️ More Enrollment Slots to accommodate growing demand.
✔️ Specialized Editing Tracks, including technical, academic, and media editing.
✔️ Stronger Industry Collaborations with major publishing houses and editorial firms.
✔️ Advanced Workshops & Guest Sessions featuring renowned editors, authors, and publishing leaders.
Aspiring editors can sign up for updates on future editions at https://edioak.com/review-it/
What This Means for the Future of Publishing
The success of ‘Review It’ highlights a growing need for accessible, skills-based training in the editorial field. As traditional career pathways become more exclusive, initiatives like this are leveling the playing field—ensuring that the next generation of editors is defined by talent and capability, rather than privilege.
With its next edition already in development, Edioak is cementing itself as a key player in reshaping how editorial careers begin.
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