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Media Site Editor and Content Creator
There San DiegoMedia Site Editor and Content Creator
Oct. 2023United States- Oversee the content creation process, coordinating with writers to produce high-quality lifestyle articles on local events, dining, and entertainment - Manage and refine all published content, applying meticulous line editing, proofreading, and AI-assisted text refinement to ensure clarity, consistency, and reader engagement - Edit and enhance AI-generated content, ensuring a natural tone, coherence, and factual accuracy while optimizing readability - Write compelling business profiles that spotlight San Diego’s most unique and successful local businesses, highlighting their stories and contributions to the community - Elevate editorial standards by improving content quality and alignment with brand voice. - Help expand readership and engagement through strategic storytelling and AI-enhanced content editing
Academic Editor
WordviceAcademic Editor
Sep. 2023In-depth editing of a range of academic content, from abstracts and journal articles to proposals and admissions essays, with a focus on providing insightful feedback
Senior Developmental Editor
Ellin Lolis MBA ConsultingSenior Developmental Editor
Sep. 2023 - Jan. 2025United States- Ellin Lolis Consulting is a company specializing in supporting candidates with academic applications to top-tier MBA programs around the world - Guided MBA applicants through the essay creation and revision process, ensuring clarity, coherence, and a compelling narrative aligned with each school's unique expectations - Provided in-depth feedback on content, tone, and logical flow, helping candidates present their experiences and aspirations with authenticity and persuasive clarity - Edited for conciseness and precision, eliminating redundancies while maintaining the applicant's unique voice and message - Managed multiple projects with tight deadlines, ensuring timely delivery of polished, impactful admissions materials
English Didactics Lecturer
University of the Free StateEnglish Didactics Lecturer
Mar. 2023 - May. 2023Bloemfontein, Free State, South AfricaDesigned and delivered a semester of innovative research-based lectures on English Home Language Teaching theory and practice
Academic Writing Instructor
University of South AfricaAcademic Writing Instructor
Jan. 2023 - Dec. 2024Remote- Develop and deliver engaging online workshops that improve students' academic writing skills across diverse disciplines - Provide personalized guidance to students through one-on-one writing consultations, assisting them in refining their writing style, structure, and argumentation - Collaborate with students to address individual writing challenges, resulting in noticeable improvements in their writing skills and confidence
Copywriter & Editor
IAPWE | International Association of Professional Writers and EditorsCopywriter & Editor
Sep. 2022Write and edit targeted, engaging, high-calibre copy for individuals and businesses
Academic Literacy Lecturer
University of the Free StateAcademic Literacy Lecturer
Jul. 2022 - Jan. 2024Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa- Demonstrate strong editorial skills by meticulously editing and proofreading student papers and providing feedback to improve language use and adherence to academic writing conventions - Offer comprehensive feedback on content, organization, and clarity, fostering students' critical thinking and analytical abilities - Reputation for delivering feedback that balances constructive criticism with positive reinforcement, motivating students to continuously refine their work
Professional Editor
Freelance (Self employed)Professional Editor
Feb. 2015- Experience editing a wide range of text types, including books, theses, dissertations, journal articles, proposals, admissions essays, blog articles, website copy, marketing materials, and business documents - Implement meticulous line-by-line editing to rectify grammatical errors, enhance sentence structure, and refine language usage - Evaluate the logical flow and organization of written content, providing strategic recommendations to optimize the presentation of ideas
Reading & Writing Coach
Sylvan LearningReading & Writing Coach
Apr. 2009 - Jun. 2009Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
English Teacher
Eunice Girls High SchoolEnglish Teacher
Jan. 2008 - Nov. 2008Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to enhance students' reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills, resulting in a 15% improvement in standardized test scores over a single academic year. - Developed and implemented effective assessment methods to measure student performance, resulting in clear and actionable feedback. - Designed engaging curriculum modules to introduce students to classic novels, plays, and poems, fostering a deep appreciation for literature and critical thinking skills.
English & Philosophy Tutor
Rhodes UniversityEnglish & Philosophy Tutor
Feb. 2007 - Jan. 2009
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