About CommsHelp
Hi, I'm Lynsey Cox, a freelance copyeditor and proofreader based near Cambridge, UK. I help businesses and organisations of all sizes communicate with clarity and confidence.
With 20 years’ experience in busy comms roles, I understand the pressures behind the copy as well as the words on the page. So you can hand over your content knowing it’s not just polished and publication-ready, but also working as hard as it can for the people you need to reach.
My services
I provide freelance copyediting and proofreading services for organisations that need clear, accurate and engaging words – without adding another full-time person to the team.
Copyediting
You've worked hard on the words, but there are obstacles to overcome.
Maybe you've had to consolidate feedback from multiple stakeholders and the narrative no longer sounds coherent. Maybe the tone of your multi-channel campaign has gone a bit rogue and needs to be brought back into line. Or maybe the content looks so familiar (you're on version six) you need an ally to help you get to the finish line.
I understand. I've been there. Come and see what I have to offer.
Proofreading
You're almost ready to send your content out into the world, but you have some niggling doubts that just won't go away.
Maybe it's because you had to request some last-minute edits from a stakeholder. Maybe you spotted a formatting issue in the 'final' PDF, and now you're wondering what else has gone awry. Maybe you can't bear to check all those hyperlinks and references ... again.
A final proofread to get you over the line is what you need.
How I can help you
Whether you're a B2B or B2C brand, a not-for-profit or charity, I can slot neatly into your editorial workflow to keep projects moving.
Corporate communications
Every organisation has something important to say. I help make sure it’s understood. From annual reports and strategy documents to websites, newsletters and press releases, I bring clarity, consistency and a distinctive voice to the words that represent your organisation.
Marketing campaigns
Your customers encounter your brand across dozens of channels. Whether it's a website, blog, email, social post, advert or your brand guidelines, I bring an independent editorial eye to your content, keeping the messages clear, consistent and compelling across every channel.
Policy campaigns
Policy reports and campaigns can change minds and influence decisions. I'll make sure your argument is clear, clarify complex ideas and strengthen the flow of your narrative so people can understand it and engage with the case for change.
Why CommsHelp?
Part editor, part comms consultant – that’s what you get when you hire me for your copyediting and proofreading.
I don’t just look at the words on the page; I look at what they’re there to do. What’s the objective? Who needs to read this? What do they need to understand, think or do? And what’s the context behind it all?
When I understand the bigger picture, I can do more than tidy up the copy. I can spot where the message gets lost, question what isn’t clear and sharpen the words so they work harder for your audiences – whether that’s stakeholders, customers or colleagues.
That’s the difference between an “Ah” edit and an “A-ha!” edit.
After years of working with subject specialists and senior leaders, I know how much thinking, debate and effort can go into getting a few paragraphs onto a page.
As your external editorial partner, I'm well placed to question anything that doesn't seem clear, flag potential issues, and help you make your communication as effective as it can be.
