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Brampton, Ontario, Canada

Writing, editing, and proofreading-Writing copy for press releases, social media content, and print-Created a house style guide and an abbreviations guide-Editing, proofreading, and advising on copy, requiring a sharp eye, detail orientation, and a strong command of grammar, syntax, punctuation, and styles.Big-picture projects to improve reach, relevance, and encourage increased connection with our community-Accessibility -Wrote internal guides for creating accessible print and web (text, video, images, captioning) -Facilitated relationships between accessibility projects / organizations and Brampton Library -Answering accessibility questions -Image descriptions: writing, editing, and providing feedback -Chair of the Accessibility ERG-Researching and writing content for special observances (historical, heritage, commemorative, etc.)-Working on expanding community outreach through multilingual and ethnic media outlets, creating contact lists, and exploring translation optionsCreating and designing-Graphic designing for print, digital, and social media-Video editing (Adobe Premiere Pro, Canva)-YouTube video management, including caption editing-Web editing: writing and editing content, proofing code for accessibility, contributing to customer-centred website updates, investigating solutions to web issuesBuilding strong working relationships that facilitate communication, encourage collaboration, and optimize workflow-Liasing tactfully and punctually with contacts at local archives, media, publishers, city-Establishing and nurturing relationships within my team and across teams based on respect, open communication, and co-operationOther duties as assigned to assist and relieve colleagues.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

-Conducting publishing and accessibility research-Interviewing people with disabilities, publishing and book media professionals working in accessibility, and accessibility experts-Writing and reviewing content-Maintaining communication with other project members and keeping to deadlines-Providing monthly activity reports for project funders

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

-As part of the Humber Literary Review Spotlight team, I performed stylistic and substantive edits, copyedited, and proofread non-fiction and fiction.-Communicated promptly and and professionally with authors, manager, and colleagues-Collaborated with other editors in designing the publication's web layout as part of the design team-Designed marketing materials (Twitter, Instragram, etc.) to promote individual pieces and the collective project-Planned and promoted an issue launch-Any other duties as assigned

Toronto, Ontario

I provided service-oriented editing and writing consultation services across an array of genres, disciplines, and media, with flexibility to suit every client’s unique needs and schedule. Experienced in both fiction and non-fiction, I offered comprehensive proofreading, copyediting, and substantive edits, balancing professional tact with a sharp eye for detail. With prompt, professional communication and tireless passion, I worked alongside clients for as long as it took for them to be satisfied with the piece they’d crafted, establishing/maintaining positive relationships that drove many referrals. Other duties included developing research and writing strategies with clients, managing financial records, and building/updating my website.

University Of Toronto

-Selecting and pitching fiction pieces for publication from a large pool of submissions-Editing pieces in collaboration with the author and an assistant editor-Writing blog posts-Copyediting-Aiding in developing and executing marketing strategies-Organising writing and editing workshops-Planning and judging writing contests-Answering questions from prospective fiction contributors-Working with and coordinating assistant editors

University Of Toronto

-Collaborating in the selection and editing of pieces to be published-Pitching pieces to be considered for publication-Writing blog posts-Copyediting-Aiding in developing and executing marketing strategies-Leading the Contributors' Subcommittee in planning and running contests, workshops and events-Maintaining related social media activity

Graduate Certificate, Creative Book Publishing, Honours

Won the Jack David Scholarship, which recognizes excellence in communication and critical thinking as expressed in the class's best.

Graduate Certificate, Creative Writing (Fiction)

Won the James Appel Scholarship as a writer of "exceptional promise."

Honours Bachelor Of Arts, English And History, With Distinction

Double major

Ontario Secondary School Diploma, Ontario Scholar

Won awards for highest marks in The Writer's Craft, English, and World History.

Education record