Professional/Personal Overview
I have worked as a freelance proofreader for major publishers for twenty years in every genre--from romance to literary fiction to science fiction, and have worked extensively on nonfiction projects as well. I have worked as a freelance copyeditor for major publishers as well, specializing in fiction, memoirs, and cookbooks.
Work Info
Expertise
Copy Editor
10 Years
Fact-Checker
10 Years
Proofreader
20 Years
Specialty
Books & Literature
20 Years
Total Media Industry Experience
20 Years
Media Client List (# assignments
last 2 yrs)
Johnson Publishing Company (1-2)
Corporate Client List (# assignments last 2 yrs)
St. Martin's Press (11+), Ballantine Books (6-10), Simon & Schuster (3-5)
Other Work History
I have worked as an editor and book proposal writer for authors and literary agents. I've also proofread e-Books for major publishers.
Computer Skills
Word, Excel
Equipment
computer
Unions
Freelancers Union
Other
I have a degree in English Literature, and have taken publishing certificate classes in order to update my skills.
Freelancer Availability
I freelance full-time. I live near New York, NY. I am willing to travel regionally. I have a driver's license. I have access to a car.