Anna Dunn Email & Phone Number

Adhering to AP Stylebook and in-house style rules and processes, I copy edit more than 20 local Modern Luxury titles across our national portfolio. I also edit national syndicated content published in all Modern Luxury titles, including our ancillary Modern Luxury Interiors and Weddings publications.

Modern Luxury is a luxury lifestyle publishing company with more than 50 titles. I assist Modern Luxury editors in various markets (Los Angeles, Orange County, Miami, Scottsdale, Chicago, D.C., and more) with managing the workflow of the editorial process, from lineup approvals and photo shoot scheduling to the flow of art and copy into print layouts. I help ensure the process is as smooth as possible and that deadlines are met during each stage of the editorial production process. I also proof… Show more Modern Luxury is a luxury lifestyle publishing company with more than 50 titles. I assist Modern Luxury editors in various markets (Los Angeles, Orange County, Miami, Scottsdale, Chicago, D.C., and more) with managing the workflow of the editorial process, from lineup approvals and photo shoot scheduling to the flow of art and copy into print layouts. I help ensure the process is as smooth as possible and that deadlines are met during each stage of the editorial production process. I also proof the publications before publishing and assist with fact-checking and copy editing as needed. I am proficient in Adobe InCopy and InDesign. Show less

Norcross, Georgia

Connect, formerly Collinson Media & Events, connects meeting professionals nationwide to domestic and international destinations and properties where they can hold successful meetings and events that improve ROI.My main responsibilities as chief copy editor were to copy edit, proof and fact-check the content published in print and online for Connect's quarterly publications—Connect Association, Connect Corporate, Connect Faith and Connect Sports magazines—as well as newspaper inserts… Show more Connect, formerly Collinson Media & Events, connects meeting professionals nationwide to domestic and international destinations and properties where they can hold successful meetings and events that improve ROI.My main responsibilities as chief copy editor were to copy edit, proof and fact-check the content published in print and online for Connect's quarterly publications—Connect Association, Connect Corporate, Connect Faith and Connect Sports magazines—as well as newspaper inserts such as America's Best Vacations and Visit Florida vacation guide, which are distributed regionally and nationally. I also edited all sponsored content provided by Connect's clients and published as special promotional sections in the magazines.I mainly adhered to AP Style and reference Merriam-Webster, but I also followed in-house style guidelines specific to Connect and the meetings industry. I also conducted interviews and wrote pieces for the publications and used InDesign to adjust copy for spacing, font style, etc., and make edits.Additionally, I proofread marketing content—such as e-blasts, brochures, postcards, fliers, PowerPoint presentations, house ads and signage—for Connect's events, which take place annually in major cities across the country. I also conducted webinars focusing on various industry topics that are geared toward both industry planners and suppliers, such as F&B, marketing and continuing education. Show less

Atlanta, Georgia

I remotely managed and edited Modern Luxury publications, assisting with trafficking production across all markets while maintaining workflow and keeping writers on track to meet deadlines for copy and photo submissions. I also assisted in areas such as writing, researching, fact-checking and proofreading for all Modern Luxury markets (Los Angeles, San Francisco, Scottsdale, Aspen, Houston, Dallas, Hawaii, Chicago, Manhattan, Miami/South Florida and Atlanta) as needed.Using InDesign, I… Show more I remotely managed and edited Modern Luxury publications, assisting with trafficking production across all markets while maintaining workflow and keeping writers on track to meet deadlines for copy and photo submissions. I also assisted in areas such as writing, researching, fact-checking and proofreading for all Modern Luxury markets (Los Angeles, San Francisco, Scottsdale, Aspen, Houston, Dallas, Hawaii, Chicago, Manhattan, Miami/South Florida and Atlanta) as needed.Using InDesign, I adjusted stories as needed (cutting text to fit, styling text, adding bylines, photo credits and captions). I worked directly with editors and designers across the country.I also assisted with production of Epic Life magazine, a newly acquired title in the Modern Luxury portfolio, for Vail Resorts (Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Canyons, Heavenly, Keystone, Kirkwood, Northstar and Vail). Show less

Greater Atlanta Area

I worked alongside the TRG staff to produce media clippings, calendar listings and press releases. I also completed various in-office tasks and ran errands such as picking up and dropping off press materials and signage. I conducted research on local businesses and publications to benefit the firm and its 50+ local and national clients in the restaurant and hospitality, real estate and retail industries. One of my other tasks, later in the internship period, was to write weekly posts on… Show more I worked alongside the TRG staff to produce media clippings, calendar listings and press releases. I also completed various in-office tasks and ran errands such as picking up and dropping off press materials and signage. I conducted research on local businesses and publications to benefit the firm and its 50+ local and national clients in the restaurant and hospitality, real estate and retail industries. One of my other tasks, later in the internship period, was to write weekly posts on the firm's blog, highlighting a specific menu item for the week for various restaurant clients. Show less

Remote

This part-time position allowed me to work from home on my own schedule for a good cause while improving my typing speed and accuracy and learning more about a diverse range of individuals. I carefully and accurately transcribed various audio clips from interviews ranging in length from five minutes to one hour, which were later included in video projects benefitting homeless missions across the country.

Buford, Ga

This position allowed me to work with customers to make sure their home and auto insurance needs were met. I made necessary endorsements to policies, helped customers renew their policies to keep them from canceling, and offered assistance in remarketing their insurance to ensure they obtained the best coverage for the best price.

Birmingham, Alabama Area

My duties included fact-checking and proofreading stories to be published in issues of Southern Living magazine, which is one of the nation's top lifestyle publications with more than 16 million readers, and features Home, Travel, Gardening, Style, Food and region-specific sections in each monthly issue.I used Adobe InCopy and InDesign to input copy changes and adhere to the magazine's specific style manual guidelines all while under tight deadlines. To uphold a positive and… Show more My duties included fact-checking and proofreading stories to be published in issues of Southern Living magazine, which is one of the nation's top lifestyle publications with more than 16 million readers, and features Home, Travel, Gardening, Style, Food and region-specific sections in each monthly issue.I used Adobe InCopy and InDesign to input copy changes and adhere to the magazine's specific style manual guidelines all while under tight deadlines. To uphold a positive and credible image of the brand, I contacted multiple sources for each published story to ensure all statements were 100 percent true, credible and accurate. Show less

Atlanta, Ga

I fact-checked and copy edited magazine articles to be published in either Jezebel, The Atlantan, or Men's Book Atlanta (or online), in addition to performing other necessary duties for the editors-in-chief and assistant editor. I also researched up-and-coming events, product launches and celebrity sightings in Atlanta to be covered in future magazine issues.

Remote

-Passionate managing, editing, and posting of weekly articles written by a group of writers on topics of fashion, popular culture and miscellaneous findings, events or happenings-Additional duties include: approving pitches for the editorial calendar, hosting short weekly chats and actively assisting with publicity and marketing

Athens, Georgia Area

-Central focus on all things social media and blogging, while being afforded the opportunity to meet and interview amazing artists and artisans in the Athens area on what it is that they love to do-Creation and management of new blog using the Blogspot platform: http://communityathens.blogspot.com/-Assistance to store owner in daily activities as well as special events such as parties, model castings and runway shows-Focus on creative methods to promote sustainability… Show more -Central focus on all things social media and blogging, while being afforded the opportunity to meet and interview amazing artists and artisans in the Athens area on what it is that they love to do-Creation and management of new blog using the Blogspot platform: http://communityathens.blogspot.com/-Assistance to store owner in daily activities as well as special events such as parties, model castings and runway shows-Focus on creative methods to promote sustainability and earth-savvy practices and trades in the retail sector via computer-mediated communication, particularly social media sites Show less

Remote

-Innovative and thoughtful creation of at least three articles per week regarding everyday occurrences, issues and the products used by 20-something females, in adherence to AP Style guidelines

Athens, Georgia Area

-Observantly oversaw eight editorial interns for a monthly publication, keeping open communication with the team and being available for all questions-Cognizant story assignment of two articles every two weeks, copy editing according to the 2011 AP Stylebook, and meeting deadlines for each issue on a time-conscious schedule-Maintained active communication with editor-in-chief and creative director on all projects-Performed additional tasks such as choosing appropriate… Show more -Observantly oversaw eight editorial interns for a monthly publication, keeping open communication with the team and being available for all questions-Cognizant story assignment of two articles every two weeks, copy editing according to the 2011 AP Stylebook, and meeting deadlines for each issue on a time-conscious schedule-Maintained active communication with editor-in-chief and creative director on all projects-Performed additional tasks such as choosing appropriate photographs and graphics for articles and working in conjunction with photographers, videographers and stylists Show less

Remote

-Completion of blog-type articles for the MakeupTalk.com Beauty Blog on a variety of beauty-related topics

Athens, Georgia Area

-Exemplified professional and appropriate writing skills through the completion of two to four articles per week on various topics such as beauty, local culture, fitness and DIY ideas-As copy editor, assisted the editorial team with editing its stories into concise, error-free pieces

Gainesville, Ga

My main goal was to make customer satisfaction and engagement a top priority by encouraging customers to experience new products and be available for all questions and comments. I kept myself informed on all the styles and product features to better help customers with their shopping needs.I effectively advertised and sold the Angels credit card to multiple customers, up to a dozen in one day.My primary duties were to maintain a clean, comfortable, and shopper-friendly… Show more My main goal was to make customer satisfaction and engagement a top priority by encouraging customers to experience new products and be available for all questions and comments. I kept myself informed on all the styles and product features to better help customers with their shopping needs.I effectively advertised and sold the Angels credit card to multiple customers, up to a dozen in one day.My primary duties were to maintain a clean, comfortable, and shopper-friendly environment as well as to assist customers with bra fittings, locating sizes and styles, and maintaining a hospitable demeanor at all times, even during peak hours of business. Show less

Bachelor Of Arts, Communication Studies, History, 3.56

Activities and Societies: Sigma Alpha Omega, Baptist Collegiate Ministries

History, Religion

Study abroad, fall semester 2010