<p><strong>Freelance Editor &amp; Writer</strong></p>
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<p>Creative, detail-oriented, and personable editor, proofreader, and writer with more than 15 years of experience enhancing publications, identifying errors, and collaborating with writers and teams to produce impeccable content. Possesses a valuable combination of editing and project management skills. Thrives in fast-paced environments and consistently meet deadlines. Seeks to benefit novelists, technical writers, academics, businesses, and web entrepreneurs by providing high quality editing and writing services.</p>
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<p><strong>AREAS OF EXPERTISE</strong></p>
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<li>Novels &amp; Non-Fiction</li>
<li>Whitepapers</li>
<li>Web Copy</li>
<li>Press Releases</li>
<li>Research &amp; Academic Papers</li>
<li>Technical Writing</li>
<li>Fact Checking</li>
<li>Formatting</li>
<li>Citation Styles</li>
<li>Grammar and Usage</li>
<li>Newsletters</li>
<li>Microsoft Office</li>
<li>Adobe Create Suite</li>
<li>English/Literature Tutoring</li>
<li>Case Studies</li>
<li>Marketing Materials</li>
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<p><strong>TALENT, INC. </strong>(online)<strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 2015-Present</strong></p>
<p><strong>Resume Writer</strong></p>
<p><em>Create and edit resumes from academic and professional backgrounds</em></p>
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<li>Craft resumes from client information in varying degrees of completion</li>
<li>Proofread and correct all copy</li>
<li>Ensure proper layout of resumes using Microsoft Word</li>
<li>Work closely with clients to ensure customer satisfaction</li>
<li>Write in a variety of professional styles to best depict particular client experience</li>
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<p><strong>IN TOUCH CLIENT SERVICES</strong>, Minneapolis, MN<strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;2014-2016</strong></p>
<p><strong>Editor</strong></p>
<p><em>Results-oriented editorial position; position is contingent upon meeting daily and weekly deadlines</em></p>
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<li>Edit raw transcriptions of phone calls to create client-ready reports</li>
<li>Ensure adherence to company style sheet</li>
<li>Proofread all copy to detect errors in grammar, usage, and spelling</li>
<li>Identify and escalate client issues needing urgent attention</li>
<li>Fact-check copy to ensure accuracy of client reports</li>
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<p><strong>PRIMUS BUILDERS, INC., </strong>Woodstock, GA<strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 2008-2012</strong></p>
<p><strong>Director of Marketing</strong></p>
<p><em>Oversaw all marketing and communication for a $100M per year construction firm</em></p>
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<li>Wrote and produced all company communication, including newsletters and case studies</li>
<li>Created and maintained content for company website to keep it up-to-date</li>
<li>Planned and executed company events; wrote supporting literature and press releases</li>
<li>Communicated with various media outlets to ensure coverage of firm activities</li>
<li>Coordinated trade show graphics, brochures, and marketing collateral</li>
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<p><strong>PT SOLUTIONS, </strong>Atlanta, GA<strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 2007-2008</strong></p>
<p><strong>Physician and Industry Relations Manager</strong></p>
<p><em>Served as liaison between company and clients in all forms of communication</em></p>
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<li>Directed marketing and communication activities for all company branches</li>
<li>Designed and edited literature, including brochures and newsletters</li>
<li>Coordinated community events and team meetings</li>
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<p><strong>COMMUNITIES MAGAZINE, </strong>Atlanta, GA<strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 2005-2007</strong></p>
<p><strong>Production Coordinator</strong></p>
<p><em>Worked for a large monthly publication advertising available Atlanta real estate</em></p>
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<li>Served as final proofreader for all magazine content</li>
<li>Managed, produced, and proofread client ads</li>
<li>Maintained database, instruction manuals, and company style sheet</li>
<li>Managed and reinforced deadlines</li>
<li>Edited content to ensure adherence to Associated Press (AP) style guidelines</li>
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<p><strong>EDUCATION</strong></p>
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<p><strong>Bachelor of Arts</strong>, English, College of Charleston, Charleston, SC</p>
<p><strong>Bachelor of Arts</strong>, Communication, College of Charleston, Charleston, SC</p>
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<p><em>Writing Tutor: College of Charleston Writing Lab (through professor nomination)</em></p>
<p><em>Copy Editor and Reporter: Student Newspaper</em></p>
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<p><strong>COMPUTER SKILLS</strong></p>
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<p>Adobe Creative Cloud</p>
<p>Certified: Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop</p>
<p>Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint</p>
<p>Mac OSX and Windows experience</p>
<p>Various online platforms</p>