Jo Ramsay Email & Phone Number

Jo is looking to represent a variety of adult fiction and nonfiction.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

As the assistant to senior literary agent Carly Watters, I evaluated client manuscripts, referrals, and queries, creating reader reports and edit letters. I crafted non-fiction proposals, pitch letters, submission lists, deal announcements, and more. I also compiled media round-ups of Carly’s lead titles to distribute to foreign rights co-agents and film agents.

Canada

I managed a non-profit, online literary magazine with responsibilities that included running three active social media accounts, scheduling and commissioning articles and artwork, editing all pieces and providing writers with detailed feedback on their work, updating website information and design, and curating a distinct brand identity.Shrapnel is a non-profit digital literary magazine showcasing experimental writing in the genres of fiction, creative non-fiction, essays, and poetry… Show more I managed a non-profit, online literary magazine with responsibilities that included running three active social media accounts, scheduling and commissioning articles and artwork, editing all pieces and providing writers with detailed feedback on their work, updating website information and design, and curating a distinct brand identity.Shrapnel is a non-profit digital literary magazine showcasing experimental writing in the genres of fiction, creative non-fiction, essays, and poetry. It also converses with the greater Canadian literary community through book reviews, interviews, and columns. Show less

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

I coordinated with high-profile media contacts throughout Canada and the U.S. to arrange author appearances and book reviews. My daily tasks included recording and distributing books, NetGalleys, and e-books for review. I was also responsible for maintaining a contact database and submitting books for awards.

London, United Kingdom

I write 1,000-word articles that detail luxury hotel offers in the company's tone of voice at a current average of five pieces per week. For each piece, I research destinations and hotel properties to complete comprehensive trip offers for the company website with short deadlines.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

This Magazine publishes six yearly issues, for which I fact-check articles due to be published in print and online. This process includes contacting writers and sources to confirm that all details in a written piece are correct, as well as researching claims to make sure that they are accurate.

London, United Kingdom

I wrote copy for STA Travel's brochures which showcased the company's selection of tours, hotels, and other destination experiences. Across eight brochures, I adhered to tone of voice guidelines, performed fact checks, and continued to build upon strong product knowledge. I also wrote ad hoc blogs for the STA website about my experience living and travelling through Asia. STA Travel is the world's largest travel company for students and young people. Locations span across the entire… Show more I wrote copy for STA Travel's brochures which showcased the company's selection of tours, hotels, and other destination experiences. Across eight brochures, I adhered to tone of voice guidelines, performed fact checks, and continued to build upon strong product knowledge. I also wrote ad hoc blogs for the STA website about my experience living and travelling through Asia. STA Travel is the world's largest travel company for students and young people. Locations span across the entire globe in over 50 countries. Show less

London, United Kingdom

I was the first point of contact for all visitors to the STA Travel head office in London. I provided administrative assistance to all departments in concerns to post, phone calls, and guests.I managed office supplies for the building, recording stock and ordering more when necessary. In the interest of sustainability, I implemented office efficiency projects to make the business more environmentally friendly.

Hyogo, Japan

I led daily English language classes in collaboration with a Japanese teacher of English at a prestigious junior high school in Japan. For lesson and examination content, I created worksheets, multimedia presentations, and professional-quality recorded audio instruction. I evaluated and corrected the work of more than 300 students. I supervised an after school English club and helped lead activities and games with students.

Vancouver, Canada Area

During this three-month internship, I created and reviewed press materials for both long-lead and short-lead outreach. I researched a variety of media outlets throughout North America and distributed personalized pitches to academics to promote books that suited their field of instruction. I also reviewed unsolicited manuscript proposals and assisted in organizing client contracts.Greystone Books is a trade book publisher that focuses on high-quality non-fiction books about nature and… Show more During this three-month internship, I created and reviewed press materials for both long-lead and short-lead outreach. I researched a variety of media outlets throughout North America and distributed personalized pitches to academics to promote books that suited their field of instruction. I also reviewed unsolicited manuscript proposals and assisted in organizing client contracts.Greystone Books is a trade book publisher that focuses on high-quality non-fiction books about nature and the environment, travel and adventure, sports, social issues, science, and health, as well as books that are exceptional literary expressions of personal passions. Show less

Univeristy Of British Columbia

I designed and laid out the 2017 edition of the student-run academic journal as well as coordinated a series of proofs through a team of dedicated volunteers. I also liaised with printers to secure quotes and printing specifications. Being responsible for calculating the financial costs of printing, I applied to and acquired various grants for the use of environmentally sustainable paper quality and print process.

Vancouver, Bc

I proofread and copy-edited manuscripts and catalogue materials. I also managed the submission database and evaluated unsolicited manuscripts, sending rejection letters when necessary. In a few cases, I formatted early versions of cookbooks in preparation for editing.Arsenal Pulp Press is a book publisher in Vancouver, Canada with over 300 titles currently in print, which include literary fiction and non-fiction concerning LGBT literature, local historical literature, cookbooks, and… Show more I proofread and copy-edited manuscripts and catalogue materials. I also managed the submission database and evaluated unsolicited manuscripts, sending rejection letters when necessary. In a few cases, I formatted early versions of cookbooks in preparation for editing.Arsenal Pulp Press is a book publisher in Vancouver, Canada with over 300 titles currently in print, which include literary fiction and non-fiction concerning LGBT literature, local historical literature, cookbooks, and more. Show less

Vancouver, Bc

I provided both substantive guidance and copy-edits to 8-10 articles a day, and educated a volunteer base of hundreds of students about the professional standards of Canadian journalism. While also overseeing successful print runs, publishing my section's content on social media increased paper-wide readership. The Ubyssey has been Canada's best and most successful student newspaper since 1918.

University Of British Columbia

I wrote over 80 articles for The Ubyssey student newspaper in features, blog, opinion, culture, and sports over four years. I interviewed a variety of academic speakers and community figures as sources. I produced high-quality content while keeping to tight deadlines. You can find my articles here: www.ubyssey.ca/authors/bailey-ramsay

Vancouver, Canada

I worked with a variety of local businesses to cultivate a professional online presence for them with the aim of promoting a prosperous and attractive community. The MPBIA is a non-profit organization with the goal of highlighting the local businesses that reside within the Mount Pleasant area of Vancouver.

Bachelor'S Degree, English Literature And Creative Writing

Activities and Societies: The Ubyssey student newspaper, Go Global, and the Art Internship Program

Education record

I completed Basic Proofreading 220 and Copy Editing 210. These two courses are part of the Editing Certificate at SFU.

Bachelor'S Degree, Study Abroad

Activities and Societies: University of Bristol Explorers Society, Epigram student newspaper, and Inter:Mission Magazine Studied abroad.