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Plain Language AwardsJudge
Jun. 2023Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand
Clearlingo Editing and ProofreadingEditor / Owner
Jan. 2016Canterbury & West Coast, New ZealandGet better results with better words. Improve your business writing with my editing and plain language editing services for business and government content.
"Marja was efficient and professional. My queries were responded to promptly and even my tight timeframe was not too much of an ask for Clearlingo to achieve. Would recommend and definitely will use again for other projects." QEII National Trust. Business editing and proofreading makes your documents easier to read and more effective at achieving your objectives. I make sure your content looks professional, so you can focus on your products and clients. BUSINESS EDITING
Business editing includes proofreading, and also enhances readability, conciseness and clarity by:
• improving word choices
• rewording and paraphrasing to ensure a professional tone
• checking sentence structure and clarity
• improving the flow of the copy
• revising for terminology and jargon
• removing repetitive or redundant language. PROOFREADING Business proofreading includes checks for:
• spelling
• punctuation
• grammar
• typographical errors
• overall consistency throughout the document. PLAIN LANGUAGE CONSULTANCY
Plain language keeps the reader in mind, and makes written information clear, accurate and accessible.
Plain language writing uses:
• clear wording, flow and structure • layout and design techniques to enhance the writing. I am an Accredited Editor and Professional Member of the Institute of Professional Editors Ltd (IPEd) and a Professional Member of the Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading (CIEP). Contact me for further information - www.clearlingo.co.nz.
Stack Farming LtdBusiness Director and Operator
Oct. 2006GeraldineMy husband and I own and operate a dairy support farming business. I complete all bookkeeping including GST returns, bank reconciliations, invoicing and preparation of end-of-year accounts.
I liaise with rural professionals including farm consultants, accountants, banking staff and lawyers.
I am involved in making farming business decisions.
Functional WholefoodsMarketing Assistant
Sep. 2006 - Jul. 2007GeraldineI had in-depth knowledge of our health food products and their health benefits.
I kept accurate control of stock numbers.
I designed and organised printing of new product labels. This included checking for consistency and accuracy throughout the range.
I liaised with sales reps and answered any in-depth product queries.
United TravelTravel Consultant
Mar. 2005 - Sep. 2006TimaruI was responsible for domestic and international air and land reservations where accuracy is important.
I provided excellent customer service and ensured my clients were trouble-free as much as possible on their holiday.
I sold and advised on travel insurance.
Self-employed Speech and Language TherapistSpeech and Language Therapist
Jan. 2005 - Jan. 2015South CanterburyI assessed and provided therapy for school and preschool children for speech and language delays and disorders, and also provided accent reduction therapy for adults in my private practice on a part-time basis.
Marketing for my practice involved speaking to schools and professional groups and liaising with the Ministry of Education – Special Education office in Timaru.
Most recently I screened children at a local preschool and referred on for further therapy.
University of Canterbury, ONZE projectResearch Assistant
Mar. 2003 - Aug. 2004ChristchurchI acoustically analysed recorded tapes from the 1940s to code diphthongs and analyse formants as part of research into the change in the New Zealand accent.
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