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Premiere graphic design, copy editing, and proofreading
Hello, welcome to MG's. I am a professional copy editor with experience using AP, Chicago Manual, and GPO styles in the Federal government, information technology, marketing, and editorial industries. As a certified writer and graphic designer, I use Adobe Creative Cloud Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator. My mission is to:
Provide polished and professional work
Always meet deadlines
Incorporate your tone and voice in all pieces
I vow to never use red pen by explaining my edits to make your vision a reality and create eye-catching copy.
Resume
Lead Writer and Editor
T. White Parker, July 2017 - Present
Department of Transportation, Office of Railroad Policy & Development
International Academy of Computer Training, Master's Certificate in Graphic Design - 2019.
California State University, Professional Certificate, Technical Writing & Communication - 2016.
Shenandoah University, BA, Business Administration - 2010.
Maintains accuracy and readability on written materials for industry personnel to effectively utilize research data.
Optimizes copyediting for ten-plus personnel department by redesigning guides, manuals, and templates.
Improves document visibility and adapts to 508 compliance regulations for publication on public facing website.
Executes thorough and accurate research of all information, turning complex subject matter into clear, easy-to-understand information.
Produces a full range of informational and promotional materials (e.g., brochures, fliers, etc.) included on public and internal websites.
Fosters relationships with writers, graphic designers, and other content producers, increasing number of publications by 20% from the previous year.
Writer and Editor Manager
T. White Parker, June 2016 - June 2017, Washington, DC (Active Public Trust)
Department of Transportation, Office Railroad Safety
California State University, Professional Certificate, Technical Writing & Communication - 2016
Shenandoah University, BA, Business Administration - 2010
Maximized content effectiveness by editing images, videos, and infographics, while adjusting the content and weight of each element.
Managed multiple projects simultaneously, while maintaining close attention to detail and meeting variable deadlines.
Oversaw editing team.
Developed centralized guide distributed to the team and outside departments.
Accompanied graphics with text to meet 508 compliance standards which maximized external viewership.
Defined content errors in manuals, guides, PowerPoints, etc..
Redrafted and redesigned book content.
Social Media Coordinator
Femcue, May 2018 - June 2018.
Washington, DC
California State University, Professional Certificate, Technical Writing & Communication - 2016
Shenandoah University, BA, Business Administration - 2010
Built and implemented social media programs to promote client’s goals on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.
Researched, wrote, edited, and proofed all levels of copy including headlines and body copy, for all online, offline, external and internal needs.
Worked closely with colleagues across the organization to develop and post content to social networking sites.
Regularly reported insights gained from social media monitoring to internal and external stakeholders.
Demonstrated new ways to attract new customers by providing mock-ups of promotions and campaigns.
Designed posts to sustain readers’ curiosity and create buzz around new products.
