<p>Hello,<br /><br />I am a professional writer and editor with a Master of Arts degree in English and Non-fiction Writing from Simmons College in Boston, and a background in teaching essay writing to students on the college and middle school levels.<br /><br />Going back to graduate school it was a class in my program, The Art of Teaching Writing, which helped me understand how much I enjoy the process of helping others express themselves through the written word. In this class I edited and commented on many student essays and my professor continually told me that I &ldquo;got it&rdquo; and that I would make a terrific teacher of writing. What I found after spending time as a college English composition teacher and middle school personal essay instructor, is that I am able to make the greatest impact spending one-on-one time with students and their writing. This acknowledgement is what led me to seek freelance editing positions and develop my own coaching business where I can engage more directly with each writer.<br /><br />As an editor and writing coach I have identified many useful tools in helping people to become better writers and express their ideas and opinions with impact. I have a true talent for infusing structure and flow into project drafts and have great compassion for the writers&rsquo; work. I give quick, soulful feedback that acknowledges what the individual is trying to express personally, while also making mechanical suggestions that improve the overall content and readability. I feel I can be of tremendous help to anyone hoping to communicate clearly through writing.<br /><br />With fifteen years experience as a freelancer I am perfectly suited for this position. I effectively manage multiple projects, clients and deadlines from a home office and feel more than confident in my ability to bring in the appropriate amount of editing work to supplement my schedule.<br /><br />I am a very calm and personable individual with experience working with a variety of backgrounds and personalities. People very quickly feel at ease with me and I believe I would be a great asset to your company.<br /><br />My resume can be found here: <a href="https://www.dropbox.com/s/cx8x8b8lfkzc88k/LEIGH%20VINCOLAW%3AE.docx?dl=0">https://www.dropbox.com/s/cx8x8b8lfkzc88k/LEIGH%20VINCOLAW%3AE.docx?dl=0</a><br /><br />A link to my portfolio of published work is here: <a href="http://leighvincola.com/writing/">http://leighvincola.com/writing/</a><br /><br />Please do not hesitate to contact me with questions.<br /><br />Very best,<br /><br />Leigh</p>
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