A few words from me
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Hello there! I’ve been working with words for most of my career (that's more than 25 years and counting), mainly as an editor and proofreader.
I’m based in central Liverpool and I work with clients from the North West, across the UK and internationally, too. |
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My background is in education and the non-profit sector. Career highlights so far include
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And to relax? I love exploring Merseyside’s amazing arts events and Wirral’s windswept beaches. Or, of course, reading a good book. No surprises there.
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Editorial experience, skills and training
* Proofreading 2: Headway course, Chartered Institute of
Editing and Proofreading (CIEP) (Oct 2023) – distinction
* Proofreading 1: Introduction course, CIEP (Jan 2023)
* Copy-editing 2: Headway course, CIEP (June 2020) – distinction
* Successful Editorial Freelancing course, Publishing Training Centre (Oct 2018) – distinction
Notetaker, study assistant and exam scribe/reader, Liverpool (from Jan 2018) & Manchester (2010–16)
This rewarding part-time role involves writing accurate lecture notes on behalf of university students
with learning issues, ranging from dyslexia and visual impairment to cerebral palsy.
During exam season, I’m also a scribe (writing exam scripts) and reader.
Editor and proofreader, The Manchester College (2000–2008)
Copy-editing, proofreading and project management to deliver high quality learning materials,
working with writers, designers, clients and technical checkers to meet industry standards.
* Lead editor of new course materials for estate/letting agents.
* Specialist in employment law and health and safety courses.
Copywriter and editor, Salford City Council (1998–2000)
Writing, editing and proofreading a wide range of marketing materials, including a what’s on guide
(On in Salford), weekly schools’ bulletin, newsletters, leaflets, press releases and websites.
Editing and Proofreading (CIEP) (Oct 2023) – distinction
* Proofreading 1: Introduction course, CIEP (Jan 2023)
* Copy-editing 2: Headway course, CIEP (June 2020) – distinction
* Successful Editorial Freelancing course, Publishing Training Centre (Oct 2018) – distinction
Notetaker, study assistant and exam scribe/reader, Liverpool (from Jan 2018) & Manchester (2010–16)
This rewarding part-time role involves writing accurate lecture notes on behalf of university students
with learning issues, ranging from dyslexia and visual impairment to cerebral palsy.
During exam season, I’m also a scribe (writing exam scripts) and reader.
Editor and proofreader, The Manchester College (2000–2008)
Copy-editing, proofreading and project management to deliver high quality learning materials,
working with writers, designers, clients and technical checkers to meet industry standards.
* Lead editor of new course materials for estate/letting agents.
* Specialist in employment law and health and safety courses.
Copywriter and editor, Salford City Council (1998–2000)
Writing, editing and proofreading a wide range of marketing materials, including a what’s on guide
(On in Salford), weekly schools’ bulletin, newsletters, leaflets, press releases and websites.
Tel: 07543 333 272
Email: [email protected]
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