Ganjoo Komal
Editor with *+ years of editing experience; seeking senior level assignments in
editorial department with a progressive organization.
Last Designation: Copy Editor Total Experience: 3+ Years
Last Company: Vikas Publishing House Pvt. Ltd Annual Salary: INR 3.31 LPA
Current Location: Gurgaon Highest Degree: PGDBP
Functional Area: Publishing Phone: +919*********
Role: Editing - Publishing Email: ******.*****@*****.***
Industry: Publishing/Editing/Content Address: M2K White House,
House No. - H-46 SF Sector 57
Gurgaon,
Haryana, India
Date of Birth / Gender: 18th Nov. 1987 / Female
Key Skills: Editing, Proof Reading, Re-writing, Coordinating with Authors, Preparing
Elements and Mapping. Ability to follow a publication's Guidelines.
Work Experience
. Vikas Publishing House Pvt Ltd, Noida as Copy Editor
Oct 2010 - Sep 2011
Key Role
V Responsible for the manuscript from the raw stage to the printing
stage.
V To check the first draft of each chapter to:
. Ensure that the features and structure are same as determined by
the Publishing Editor in the publishing texts that have been
incorporated by the author(s).
. Monitor the quality of writing for each title; also advise
authors and the Publishing Editor regarding any necessary
corrective action.
V To oversee the correction of page proofs and revised page proofs,
ensuring that all corrections are carried out accurately and in
accordance with style, clarifying any point of ambiguity with authors
as and when required.
V Research subjects to ensure text's factual accuracy and depth.
V Deliver accurate edited copy in accordance with the project's
editorial style guide.
V Proofread pages in accordance with the project's editorial style
guide.
V Work on indexes and picture/diagram to ensure detail and accuracy.
V Check and maintain editorial accuracy and quality at various stage of
the process
V Manage own workload and organize work to meet deadlines.
. GETIT Infoservices Pvt. Ltd as Content Editor
March 2010 to Oct 2010
Key Role
V To assist in the development of manuscripts.
V To raw edit the manuscript for content at the initial stage.
V To provide assistance, feedback and inputs for improving the
manuscript provided by writers.
V To coordinate with the Editorial Manager on content-related issues
that may need to be resolved during the course of the project.
. NetProphets Cyberworks Pvt. Ltd as Copy Editor
Oct 2008 to Mar 2010
Key Role
V Understand customer requirement to provide edited RFP document.
V Set language standards and style guide for the project.
V Review and edit script/storyboard based on defined requirements.
V Track writers' errors in edit reviews and provide appropriate inputs
to them.
V Provide feedback to writers constructively on writing.
V Review feedback and suggest appropriate corrective actions to the
Project Manager.
V Manage work from freelance editors engaged for the project within the
agreed project schedules.
V Adherence and compliance to project/organization processes and
standards.
V Conduct training on language and edit for content writers.
. Star News as Intern in Editorial Department
Oct 2008 to Jan 2009
Responsibilities
V Worked as Run-down producer. Handled the rundown and the content for
the UK and US as per the broadcast guidance for the respective
countries. It included editing the bulletins produced by Star News
(India) and managing the rundown in accordance with the timing of the
commercials, which were placed by the MCR in Hong Kong.
Education
V Pursuing Post Graduate Diploma in Book Publishing (PGDBP) from IGNOU.
V Bachelor of Mass Communication (BMC) from GURU JAMBHESHWAR UNIVERSITY.
V Bachelors of Computer Applications (BCA) from IGNOU.
V 12th from I.S.C. (SCIENCE STREAM) in 2005 from Dehradoon.
V 10th from C.B.S.E in 2003 from Gujarat.
IT Skills
Tools MS Office, Adobe Page Maker, Adobe PDF
Operating System Windows and Linux/Unix
Language C, C++, Java
Skills and Accomplishments
V Strong copy editing and proofreading skills, both in UK and US
English.
V Editing experience in e-learning and publishing.
V Strong in the full range of editorial skills, such as the ability to
communicate recommendations to writers; ability to prioritize editing
tasks; strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills;
command of grammar and vocabulary; and attention to detail.
V Familiar with reference sources and dictionaries available online that
is used for editing.
V Excellent cross-group collaboration, and written and oral
communication skills.
V Familiarity with standard reference's style manuals.
V Good analytical ability, required for efficient problem solving.
V Always focused on productivity and continuous self learning.
V Able to complete projects on time with quick thinking and efficient
team work.
V Able to work efficiently as a part of a team or independently.
V Highly motivated and proactive.
V Excellent grasping power and technology absorption capability.
V Comprehensive problem solving abilities, a good learner and a team
facilitator.
GANJOO KOMAL
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