Copyedit a wide variety of materials, from independently published novels to promotional and educational medical communications. Focus on eliminating mechanical, stylistic, and formatting errors while establishing clarity, consistency, and conciseness. Rewrite and rearrange content as necessary to assist with flow and organization. Strong knowledge of the AMA Manual of Style (11th edition) and Chicago Manual of Style (17th edition). Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, and Adobe InDesign.

Copyedited, proofread, and formatted medical communications and product launch materials in accordance with AMA or client-preferred style to maintain high company standards. Managed the company’s EndNote library to ensure reference availability and accuracy. Updated document layouts in InDesign and preexisting graphics in Adobe Illustrator. Prepared InDesign documents for EPUB conversion, coded interactive EPUBs for use on iPads, and tested functionality of final products. Ensured successful outcomes for internal and external meetings by assisting in several aspects of meeting coordination, including scheduling, populating and collecting contracts and providing logistical support. Created and maintained content and document templates for corporate branding materials, internal policy and procedure documents, and client-specific style guides. Facilitated employee recruitment processes and provided ongoing training for medical writers.

Exercised communication and problem-solving skills to guarantee excellent customer service. Collaborated effectively with a sales team to achieve daily goals. Executed catalog referrals, keyed in credit applications, and relayed confidential information in a professional manner.

Copyedited and proofread interactive online tutorials for undergraduate students seeking basic library research skills and knowledge of online and print resources. Regularly performed clerical tasks such as cataloging and shelving books. Created monthly themed displays with book recommendations for readers of all ages.

Edited and proofread two award-winning children's comic novels (Cahoots and Dumbstruck by Karla Oceanak). Designed a marketing flyer demonstrating to parents of elementary school students the cognitive benefits of reading graphic texts at an early age. Created electronic author and illustrator submission forms using Google Forms. Reviewed and responded to unsolicited manuscript proposals. Updated style sheets and character bibles using the Chicago Manual of Style Online. Maintained the company's websites and social media accounts. Created mp3 files for an online A-Z audio dictionary.

Focused on meeting and exceeding the standards for outstanding customer service. Acquired a thorough understanding of merchandise staging and inventory maintenance.