Freelance Copy Editor Resume Examples

Freelance Copy Editor

Theater Manager

• Successfully managed a large staff
• Formatted and wrote the first two quarterly newsletters
• Planned and implemented college oriented film programs

Freelance Copy Editor

• Copy edited and fact checked 3-6 articles an hour for a website focused on inspirational news
• Assisted editorial department as needed, such as transcribing recipes, writing SEO, and syndicating articles
• Pitched and wrote articles that fit the website's mission
• Provided style guide suggestions that strengthened brand identity

Freelance Copy Editor

• Guided authors in developing textbooks and training materials for firefighters, paramedics, and first responders.
• Enhanced branding, voice, SEO terms, and style consistency of descriptive web copy for 7,000 Wyndham hotel properties.
• Worked with authors to revise/rewrite research grant proposals for improved clarity and persuasiveness.
• Proofed DVD-based science textbooks for consistency and style.

Freelance Copy Editor

Read copy to correct errors in grammar, usage and style, among other parameters.

• Worked quickly but accurately, remaining very detail-oriented when searching for information and verifying
• Discussed the author's core message and target audience with marketing colleagues.
• Generated words and headlines to accompany advertising visuals.
• Brainstormed visual and copy ideas with other members of the marketing team.
• Wrote and presented a few print and online marketing options to authors.
• Modified copy until the team was satisfied.
• Monitored the production phase.

Freelance Copy Editor

• Edited articles for grammar, spelling, punctuation and clarity.
• Collaborated with writers to clarify information.
• Completed online fact-checking for articles on a variety of topics.
• Coached writers on improving their work.

Freelance Copy Editor

Copy edited online and print copy for all sections of the magazine, including Art, Books, Comedy, Dance, Film, Food & Drink, LGBT, Music, Nightlife, Shopping & Style, Theater, and This Week in NY

• Entered notes/queries in Adobe InCopy CS6 and provided clarification to editors when necessary
• Implemented [company name] style guide in all copy edited
• Met deadlines under rigid time constraints of weekly publication
• Corrected errors in grammar, spelling, usage and style; proofread layouts, researched facts, took necessary precautions against libel
• Trained new copy editors to ensure quality control

Freelance Copy Editor/writer

• Researched, reported and wrote weekly articles on health and fitness for [company name]
• Copy editor for large D.C.-area non-profit's documents which included marketing brochures, website pages, fundraising packages and annual reports
• Served as a weekend copy editor and website producer for USATODAY.com
• Performed numerous copy editing jobs for a local consulting firm
• Wrote and edited executive summaries for local area companies

Freelance Copy Editor/writer

Updated member database

• Proofread and edited Chiropractic Therapy Assistant: A Clinical Resource Guide, a 255 page textbook designed to prepare students to take the TN Chiropractic Therapy Assistant exam
• Outlined a supplemental workbook for Chiropractic Therapy Assistant: A Clinical Resource Guide
• Wrote supplemental activities, and assessment questions, for each chapter

Freelance Copy Editor

Communicated closely with managing editor and other onsite editors

• Copyedited educational material for multiple projects according to project-specific guides
• Researched and composed original content for interactive images, graphic organizers, cartoons, and a variety of other digital assets
• Prioritized work for several concurrent projects while meeting deadlines

Freelance Copy Editor

• Executed external vendor copies for such brands as Altnera, Clarins, Elemis, Fango, Omorovicza, Phytospecific, Skinceuticals, and Sunday Riley.
• Coordinated with Creative Director and maintained a steady line of communication.
• Checked facts and raised queries with regards to any potential errors in SKU detail and product descriptions.
• Oversaw copy content for Feb-Mar of 2013, which included copy fitting and cross-references.
• Proofread for legal and grammatical guidelines according to Blissworld department code and recommendations.