Copy Editor
Resume:
Michelle M. Henson
***********@*****.***
SUMMARY OF PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Experienced editor with expertise in writing, editing and paginating
Exceptional problem-solving and attention to detail
Superb written and verbal communication skills
Ability to organize, prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment
Self-starter and team player
Expert in knowledge of AP Style Guide and Chicago Manual of Style
Proficient in QuarkXPress; Adobe InDesign, InCopy and NewsEdit; and Microsoft Office and Publisher
PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS
Conceptualized and organized digital contact database and resource files
Streamlined process for receiving and processing data for publication
Successfully secured strategic media partnerships
Published in Atlanta Business Chronicle, RollingOut Magazine and We Are Clayton magazine
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT COORDINATOR
The Collaborative Firm LLC, 2011-2012
Prepared and implemented communications plans for public and private sector clients that include strategy, action plans, initiatives and desired outcomes
Coordinated and implemented activities for special events that relate to communications plans and activities for the firm and its clients
Served as a liaison with overall communication with the client(s) in the various public involvement work assignments, noting and reporting concerns, challenges and recommendations for improvements
Attended public and community meetings as necessary for the successful coordination of public involvement activities
Provided information to elected and appointed officials as necessary
Prepared reports, information, newsletters, press releases and other printed material
Conducted site visits as necessary and directed by client(s),
Maintained database of all necessary contact information for stakeholders, i.e., elected and appointed officials, homeowner organizations, nonprofit groups, business groups, trade associations, citizens, related/associated governments, seniors, youth, and other groups as necessary
Maintained media contact database
Assembled and maintained a listing of vendors necessary to provide the support necessary for the successful completion of assignments, including printers, designers, web support, and other related matters
Attended internal meetings as necessary
Managed social media forums, including monitoring, posting and content development
Coordinated and implemented social media marketing projects, including advertising and creating brand awareness
Moderate social media forums, webinars, chats and telephone town halls
Perform other duties as assigned
COPY EDITOR/WRITER
Atlanta Business Chronicle, 2006-2011
Ensured that editorial content was accurate and error-free and maintained standardized style
Maintained smooth flow of copy
Reviewed and proofed layouts
Signed off on completed pages prior to going to print
Conducted interviews and created content for executive profiles
Created headlines, subheads and photo captions for stories
Created and edited weekly business networking and events calendar
COPY EDITOR/WRITER
Steed Media Group Inc., 2004-2006
Edited content submitted by staff and freelance writers for spelling, punctuation and grammatical and semantic errors for inclusion in RollingOut magazine
Ensured that text adhered to the standards of the publisher
Reviewed and proofed layouts using QuarkXPress
Conducted interviews and composed editorial for the publication
Managed interns
LANGUAGE ARTS TEACHER (credentialed)
Colton Middle School, 2001-2004
Administered curriculum according to the California Content Standards
Managed six classes of seventh grade students (including students with special needs, English Language Learners and gifted students)
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Independent contractor for Jezebel magazine, copy editor
Independent contractor for Sachi Koto Communications and Gude Management LLC, editing, writing and creating content for websites, business plans and press releases
EDUCATION
University of California at Los Angeles, BA English
Cal Poly Pomona, Single Subject Teaching Credential-English
MEMBERSHIPS & AFFILIATIONS
Atlanta Press Club
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