Hello!

Why do you need an editor?

It's easy to overlook problems in your written content. I help by editing your text to make your copy shine. Together, we leave your readers with the right impression about your project or company.

Why choose to work with me?

Whether your content needs to be polished, reworked, or written from scratch, I can help. I know how to refine your text to engage readers while preserving your distinctive voice.

How can I help?

I'm experienced with a range of contents, styles, and levels of editing. I'm also skilled with transcription, copy writing, and translation. I look forward to working with you!

ABOUT ME

SKILLS

I'm a professional editor familiar with a variety of content and styles. I'm quick-thinking, pragmatic, and creative, with a sharp eye for detail. My focus is copy editing, proofreading, and substantive editing. My background also includes writing for the web, academic writing, corporate & PR writing, blogging, transcription, and translation.

STYLES

I've been trained in American English, British English, Canadian English, and French. When it comes to styles, I'm proficient with The Chicago Manual of Style, American Press Style, Modern Language Association Style, and Canadian Press Style. I regularly work with specific house rules, and I'm always keen to learn a new style.

SOFTWARE

I'm proficient with a variety of word processing and layout software, so it's a breeze exchanging files. My software proficiencies include: Microsoft Office (including Word's Track Changes feature), Apple iWork, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe InDesign, Basecamp, and more. I run both Mac OSX Lion and Windows 7.

EDUCATION

I have an Honours Bachelor of Arts in bioethics (the philosophy of healthcare and rights) and Russian literature from the University of Toronto. I'm pursuing a post-graduate certificate in publishing at Ryerson University.