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David L.

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Proofreader, Editor, Researcher, and Writer

$20 USD / Hour

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Joined on October 11, 2016

$20 USD / Hour

I am a client-focused Proofreader, Editor, Researcher, and Writer. I possess several years of professional-level experience proofreading and copyediting a variety of print-based and online materials. In addition, I possess solid experience completing research projects as well as writing instructional content. I enjoy a strong record of client satisfaction regarding my ability to complete tasks accurately, thoroughly, and efficiently, and I would welcome the opportunity to assist you with your editorial and/or research needs.

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Editor II

Mar, 2015 - Mar, 2015

The Texas Education Agency (temporary)

Mar, 2015 - Mar, 2015

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• Edited and proofread procedure guides, bill summaries, and other materials related to public school financing, ensuring that content was clear, accurate, and free of errors. • Ensured that materials met style and formatting guidelines set by The Chicago Manual of Style as well as the department’s internal style guide. • Composed bill summaries.

Mar, 2015 - Mar, 2015

Copy Editor

Nov, 2006 - Aug, 2013

6 years, 9 months

Pearson

Nov, 2006 - Aug, 2013

6 years, 9 months

• Copyedited and proofread manuals, PowerPoint presentations, Web-based training modules, reports, correspondence, and other materials related to Texas student assessment programs, ensuring that content was clear, consistent, and accurate, in addition to being free of grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors. • Ensured that materials met established style and formatting guidelines. • Performed quality assurance functions on Web-based training modules.

Nov, 2006 - Aug, 2013

6 years, 9 months

Proofreader

Jul, 2006 - Oct, 2006

3 months

The Texas State Library and Archives Commission (temporary)

Jul, 2006 - Oct, 2006

3 months

• Located and corrected errors in punctuation, spelling, and formatting in hundreds of records of agency documents. • Ensured that information included in printed records matched that found in corresponding online catalog records.

Jul, 2006 - Oct, 2006

3 months

Education

The University of Texas at Austin

1995 - 1996

1 year

Master of Library and Information Science

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United States

1995 - 1996

1 year

Tulane University

1985 - 1989

4 years

Bachelor of Arts, English

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United States

1985 - 1989

4 years

Certifications

US English - Level 1

US English

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The Copy Editor's Customer Service Role

The Copy Editor's Customer Service Role

September 20, 2017

Advice for copy editors to keep in mind when working with their clients.

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