Rise LLCManaging Editor
Apr. 2007 - Apr. 2015Tokyo, JapanAs the Managing Editor at Rise, LLC, an editing agency specializing in science editing services for researchers in Japan, I played a crucial role in overseeing operations and ensuring the delivery of high-quality editing services to our clients. My responsibilities included managing a team of 5 freelance editors distributed across different time zones in remote working environments. Key Accomplishments:
・Managed workflow and deadlines, effectively coordinating with freelance editors to ensure timely completion of projects. Provided support and resolved scheduling issues to maintain smooth operations and meet client expectations.
・Prepared manuscripts for submission by reviewing and implementing necessary edits, ensuring adherence to publication guidelines and industry standards.
・Handled payroll processes, including cross-border payments, for freelance editors located in various countries, ensuring accurate and timely compensation.
・Offered valuable suggestions to authors on target publications, considering their research objectives and aligning them with suitable journals or platforms.
・Provided comprehensive follow-up and advice to authors throughout the peer-review process, guiding them through revisions, responding to reviewers' comments, and enhancing the overall quality of their work.
・Conducted thorough fact-checking to ensure accuracy and credibility of scientific content.
・Maintained overall quality standards by reviewing the work performed by freelance editors, offering constructive criticism, advice, and training on house style to enhance their editing skills.
・Implemented quality assurance measures to ensure consistency, coherence, and adherence to client requirements. Throughout my tenure as the Managing Editor at Rise, LLC, I leveraged my expertise in science editing and my ability to manage a remote team to provide exceptional editing services to our clients.