Helping organisations deliver well‑organised, high‑quality publications and communications.
Clear content, calm coordination – proofreading and publications support when you need it.
I’m Kelly Owen, a Cheltenham‑based proofreader and publications project coordinator with more than 25 years’ experience in communications and publishing.
I help organisations deliver clear, consistent and high‑quality content – whether you need careful proofreading, support managing a publication, or an extra pair of hands to keep a project moving. My approach is calm, organised and flexible, giving you the confidence that your content is accurate, consistent and delivered on time.
What I do.
I help organisations deliver clear, consistent and high‑quality content. Whether you need careful proofreading, support managing a publication, or an extra pair of hands during a busy period, I offer flexible, as‑you‑need‑it help that fits around your team and your timelines.
Proofreading and editing.
Accuracy and clarity matter. I provide careful, reliable proofreading and light editing for reports, prospectuses, newsletters, policy documents and digital content. I check spelling, grammar, punctuation, formatting and consistency, ensuring your content is polished, professional and ready to share.
Editorial coordination.
If you’re managing a publication with multiple contributors or moving parts, I can help keep everything on track. I coordinate writers, manage schedules, prepare content for publication and ensure consistency across large or complex documents. My approach is calm, organised and designed to make your workload lighter.
Publications project support.
For one‑off publications or communications projects, I offer flexible project support that slots seamlessly into your existing workflow. From first draft to final proof, I help you plan, organise and deliver your content with confidence – without the need for a full‑time project manager.
"Kelly managed all aspects of the production process extremely well, delivering well‐conceived, timely and attractive publications, often to short deadlines and always against a background of competing priorities."
– Natural England
Who I work with.
I support charities, schools, colleges, public‑sector teams, creative agencies and small businesses across Gloucestershire, the UK and beyond. Whether you’re producing a report, prospectus, newsletter or policy document, I can step in quickly and provide the level of support you need.
A calm, reliable partner.
Clients describe me as steady, approachable and easy to work with. I keep communication clear, deadlines realistic and projects moving smoothly. My aim is always the same: to help you deliver content that’s accurate, consistent and ready to share with confidence.
"We'd been trying to proofread internally and it was holding projects up ... Kelly has helped us transform the turnaround of key projects."
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LEYF (Early Years education provider)
Work with me.
If you’re looking for calm, organised support with your publications or communications, you’re in the right place. I work with charities, schools, public‑sector teams and creative businesses who need someone reliable to keep their content projects moving.
Here’s what it’s like to work together:
A collaborative approach
I slot into your team seamlessly – coordinating contributors, managing workflows and keeping everyone aligned without adding pressure to your workload.
Clear communication
You’ll always know what’s happening, what’s needed and when. I keep things simple, structured and easy to follow.
Flexible support
Whether you need help with a single publication or ongoing support across multiple projects, I can adapt to your timelines and capacity.
A calm, steady presence
Content projects can get busy quickly. I bring clarity, order and a friendly, dependable approach that helps everything run smoothly.
If you’d like to explore working together, I’d love to hear from you.
"Kelly is consistently reliable, delivering results with impressive speed and always going the extra mile."
– Holland Cooper
About Ultimate Proof.
Ultimate Proof is run by Kelly Owen – a professionally trained proofreader with more than 25 years’ experience in publishing, editorial coordination and communications. Alongside proofreading, I also support organisations with content workflows and publication preparation.
I've spent nearly three decades working in business publishing, in various project management and editorial roles, giving me deep experience in producing accurate, high-quality content.
"The consistency and attention to detail throughout were much appreciated. I look forward to working with Kelly again and would highly recommend her."
– Sibford School, Oxfordshire
