Are you in need of a proofreader or copy editor to spruce up your manuscript, screenplay, essay, Web site, resume, blog or new-business proposal? I wouldn't suggest submitting anything for publication without first having it proofread! With 19 years of experience as a professional proofreader and copy editor, I'm highly qualified to give you the results you need to get your work the attention it deserves. My rates are extremely reasonable, as well as negotiable for starving students. (Hey, I remember what that was like!) I am available for on-site work in the Los Angeles area, and available for online proofreading and copy editing across the globe. Please contact me at the e-mail address below to get in touch. Type "PROOFREADER" in your subject line for the quickest response.
THE PROOF PRO
Experience:
2005-Present
"Stone" Magazine—Chicago, IL
Senior Copy Editor
• Responsible for proofreading and copy editing all articles within the publication.
• Aid design team in creating graphics for each article.
• Confer with publisher and writers on a regular basis to ensure smooth, swift turnaround of articles.
2005-2006
Reunion.com, Inc.—Los Angeles, CA
Head Writer
• Wrote all copy for Web site, national ads, company e-mails to Members, weekly newsletters and new-product descriptions.
• Aided design team in creating graphics for all of the above.
• Assisted strongly in acquiring 3 million new subscribers as well as 250,000 new paid Members in first six months.
2003-2005
Deutsch Advertising L.A., Inc.—Los Angeles, CA
Head Proofreader
• Responsible for catching all errors in radio/TV scripts, national print ads, Web sites, company correspondence and new-business proposals.
• Clients included: Mitsubishi, Coors, Expedia.com, Pacificare, TGI Friday’s, Old Navy.
• Served as supervisor of entire Quality Control department.
1996-2003
Rubin Postaer and Associates—Santa Monica, CA
Senior Proofreader
• Responsible for catching all errors in radio/TV scripts, national print ads, Web sites, company correspondence and new-business proposals.
• Clients included: Honda, Acura, UNICARE, ampm, ARCO, American Century, VH1.
• Mastered usage of several different style and nomenclature guides.
1997-1998
"No Cover" Magazine—Santa Monica, CA
Writer and Senior Copy Editor
• Personally responsible for maintaining accuracy throughout entire publication.
• Wrote at least one feature article per issue.
• Assisted publishers with layout and design.
1995-1996
Nolan/LaMonte Films—Venice, CA
Copy Editor and Office Manager
• Proofread all of president’s correspondence.
• Assisted president in composing letters, faxes and press releases.
• Single-handedly coordinated all aspects of production.
1988-1995
JET Tutoring—Santa Monica, CA
Freelance Copy Editor and English Tutor
• Copy edited novels, screenplays, Web sites, articles, brochures for publication.
• Taught English as both a first and second language.
• Increased the overall G.P.A. for a large number of high school and college students.