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Carly R. - Meticulous proofreader, editor, writer for hire! - Freelance Consultant, United States

Not only do I want to be employed as a proofreader/editor, I actually enjoy these tasks!  On a daily basis I catch myself "spellchecking" everything I see.  I am very critical about the way things are worded, and poor grammar is unsettling to me.  I have 8 years of experience proofreading, editing, and writing.  I have worked on many types of projects such as educational software content, instructional manuals, advertisements, and tutoring.  I also have a Bachelors degree...
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Skill Experience Level Last Used Description
Editing 3 yrs 4.0 2006 My last project was proofreading/editing educational software used to help students and teachers prepare for TAKS tests - these are tests required by the Texas school system. 
Proofreading 8 yrs 4.0 2006 My last project was proofreading/editing educational software used to help students and teachers prepare for TAKS tests - these are tests required by the Texas school system. 
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09/2004 Present Headliners Club Manual Development / Independent Contributor I developed the manual for operation of a new lunch facility within the club.  I also continuously proofread and assist in editing the training manual for front-of-the-house staff.
11/2005 03/2006 Sleek Software Company Proofreader/Editor / Independent Contributor Proofread/edited software content used to teach science material to students for TAKS tests required by the Texas School system. 
09/2002 01/2004 Montage Grille Restaurant Manager/Sous Chef / Manager Along with managerial and kitchen duties, I co-wrote web and e-mail content for concert, band, and dining information/advertisements.  I also wrote the training manual for proper restaurant operations.
Education
From To School Degree Area of Study Description
09/1997 12/1999 St. John Fisher College Bachelors English I minored in communications and took classes such as Advanced Writing, Newswriting and Reporting, Rhetoric and Writing, Business of Writing, Peer Tutoring, Advanced Magazine Writing, and I completed and internship with an organization called "Writers & Books". 
09/1991 06/1993 Finger Lakes Community College Other Liberal Arts

I earned my associates degree.  My main areas of learning were English and psychology.
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