Todd j. cravens

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Indianapolis, Indiana 46220

317-***-****

ac6fpk@r.postjobfree.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddcravens

Summary

* Significantly experienced with the mechanical and substantive editing, formatting, and proofreading of documents created with applications in the MS Office Suite using features such as track changes and comments.

* Conducts quality review (i.e., QC) of documents, including the verification of data in text, tables, figures, and listings (TFLs) against source material.

* Over a decade of experience in Scientific Communications of the Regulatory and Publications side of the pharmaceutical industry.

* Works remotely and shares resources in virtual environment using Wrike, Google Docs, and Cloud technologies.

* Background in journalism, having worked at a deadline-driven daily newspaper writing, editing and formatting copy for print and web-based media ranging from births, weddings, and obituaries to front-page feature articles and Op Eds that were published on a daily and weekly basis.

* Extensive background in creative writing, contributing articles as a freelance writer to an online Arts and Entertainment guides.

* Follows appropriate editorial style guides and manuals, such as the Chicago Manual of Style, Associated Press, and American Medical Association, as well as industry, company, and team-specific style guides.

* Assists with the graphic design and page layout (hard copy and web-based) of projects, such as image creation, capture, and editing, combining text and graphics, creation of hyperlinks and Table of Contents, and inserting HTML tags.

* Creates graphs and charts using Sigma Plot and MS Excel.

* Creates templates in MS Word that include editorial instructions for writers and page layout technicians.

* Manages storage, retrieval, version control, end user authentication, and approval workflows for documents by updating and maintaining metadata.

* Creates, formats, and updates standard operating procedures (SOPs) and instructional training manuals with various applications and authoring tools,.

* Maintains relationships and communication with authors from all over the world, many who speak English as a second language.

* Ensures that documents written by non-native speakers adhere to English language and retain intended meaning upon translation.

* Schedules and hosts virtual meetings and teleconferences in WebEx and Skype.

* Understands the importance of accurately and consistently reflecting client’s brand throughout all communication.

* Received Extra Effort Awards for training provided to coworkers.

* Serves as Subject Matter Expert for MS PowerPoint and general technical- and software-related issues.

Education

Indiana University, Indianapolis, Indiana

B.A., General Studies, 2005

Purdue University, Indianapolis, Indiana

Technical Communication Certificate, 2005

Purdue University, Lafayette, Indiana

A.S., Computer Technology, 2003

Related experience

Randstad, Indianapolis, IN (Home-based Contract Position)

Medical Editor, 09/2017 - 11/2017

* Edited and formatted Regulatory documents created in MS Word using track changes and insertion of comments.

* Managed and shared documents and resources in virtual setting with applications such as Google Docs, Wrike, and Cloud technologies.

* Scheduled and hosted virtual meetings and teleconferences in WebEx and Skype.

* Populated Patient Safety Narratives using sources such as CIOMS reports and Patient Profiles.

* Maintained metadata and version control of documents using SharePoint.

ExecuPharm, Indianapolis, IN (Home-based Contract Position)

Clinical Technical Editor, 06/2016 - 03/2017

* Edited and formatted Regulatory documents created in MS Word using RCAM Authoring Tool.

* Conducted quality review (i.e., QC) of documents, including the verification of data in text, tables, figures, and listings (TFLs) against source material.

* Managed and shared documents and resources in virtual setting with applications such as Google Docs, Wrike, and Cloud technologies.

* Scheduled and hosted virtual meetings and teleconferences in WebEx and Skype.

* Managed storage, retrieval, end-user authentication and permissions, version control, and document approval workflow of documents by updating metadata in MS SharePoint.

* Edited and formatted slide kits and presentations using MS PowerPoint.

* Served as Subject Matter Expert for MS PowerPoint.

* Maintained version control and organization of documents using authoring tools such as RCAM.

Green Key Resources, Indianapolis, IN (Home-based Contract Position)

Document Review Specialist II, 12/2015 - 01/2016

* Edited and formatted Regulatory documents in applications such as MS Word.

* Conducted quality review (i.e., QC) of documents, including the verification of data in text, tables, figures, and listings (TFLs) against source material.

* Managed storage, retrieval, end-user authentication and permissions, version control, and document approval workflow of documents by updating metadata in MS SharePoint.

Lionbridge, Indianapolis, IN (Contract Position)

Technical Writer, 03/2015 - 05/2015

* Formatted documents using HTML tags in ps2000 and Lift System authoring tools.

* Managed and tracked projects and process flows using WebLog and MS Project.

* Created and updated process flow diagrams using MS Visio.

* Proofread images against source documentation to confirm all data were accurate.

* Collaborated with Illustrators to ensure all images were legible, consistent, and accurately reflected content.

Diverse Staffing, Indianapolis, IN (Contract Position)

Technical Writer, 09/2014 - 01/2015

* Edited, updated, and formatted company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) created in MS Word.

* Managed storage, retrieval, end-user authentication and permissions, version control, and document approval workflow of documents by updating metadata in MS SharePoint.

* Created, edited, and updated process flow diagrams using MS Visio.

PharmaNet/i3, Indianapolis, Indiana (Home-based Position)

Medical Editor, Regulatory, 09/2008 - 02/2013

* Edited, formatted, and proofread Regulatory documents using appropriate style guides. Documents included clinical study reports, protocols, risk management plans, annual reports, informed consent documents, risks profile, etc.

* Conducted quality review (i.e., QC) of documents, including the verification of data in text, tables, figures, and listings (TFLs) against source material.

* Developed and maintained version control and storage/retrieval of documents using Leo Authoring Tool.

* Edited documents in MS Word using track changes and inserting comments.

* Performed literature searches in PubMed and formatted in-text citations and bibliography.

* Managed storage, retrieval, end-user authentication and permissions, version control, and document approval workflow of documents by updating metadata in MS SharePoint.

* Created graphs and charts using Sigma Plot and MS Excel.

* Edited and formatted PDF files in Adobe Acrobat.

* Ensured that client’s brand was accurately and consistently presented throughout all communication.

* Served as Subject Matter Expert for MS PowerPoint as well as general technical- and software-related issues.

Eli Lilly and Company, Indianapolis, Indiana (Fixed-duration Employee [FDE])

Scientific Communications Assistant, Regulatory and Publications, 11/2005 - 09/2008

* Edited, formatted, and proofread both Regulatory and Publications/Commercialization documents using appropriate style guides and following guidelines set by Regulatory authorities and medical journals/congresses.

o Regulatory documents included clinical study reports, protocols, risk management plans, annual reports, informed consent documents, risks profile, etc.

o Publications/Commercialization documents included manuscripts, abstracts, slide sets, oral presentations, and posters.

* Conducted quality review (i.e., QC) of documents, including the verification of data in text, tables, figures, and listings (TFLs) against source material.

* Developed and maintained version control and storage/retrieval of documents using DocMan and Documentum.

* Formatted Publications/Commercialization documents according to medical journal and congress guidelines, and was responsible for online submission of documents.

* Performed literature searches and created in-text citations and bibliographies using PubMed, Reference Manager, and EndNote.

* Shared resources and collaborated on projects using Citrix.

* Created graphs and charts using Sigma Plot and MS Excel.

* Edited and formatted PDF files in Adobe Acrobat.

* Ensured that client’s brand was accurately and consistently presented throughout all communication.

* Received formal recognition for creating and updating editorial style guide and medical journal/congress repositories in MS Excel.

Volt/VMC, Indianapolis, Indiana (Contract Position)

Scientific Communications Assistant, Publications, 11/2004 -11/2005

* Edited, formatted, and proofread documents created in MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat (PDFs). Documents included manuscripts, abstracts, slide sets, oral presentations, and posters.

* Conducted QC, including the verification of data against source material.

* Developed and maintained version control and storage/retrieval of documents using Documentum.

* Formatted Publications/Commercialization documents according to medical journal and congress guidelines, and was responsible for online submission of documents.

* Maintained relationships and communications with authors from all over the world, many who speak English as a second language.

* Ensured that documents written by non-native speakers adhere to English language and retain intended meaning upon translation.

* Distributed copyright transfer agreement and duality of interest forms to authors and ensures that they have been populated, signed, and dated appropriately.

* Performed literature searches and formatted in-text citations and bibliographies using PubMed, Reference Manager, and EndNote.

* Created graphs and charts using Sigma Plot and MS Excel.

* Ensured that client’s brand was accurately and consistently presented throughout all communication.

* Served as Subject Matter Expert for MS PowerPoint as well as general technical- and software-related issues.

John Wiley and Sons, Inc., Indianapolis, Indiana

Automation Technician, MS Word Specialist, 01/2004 - 11/2004

* Maintained automation programs written in Apple Scripts.

* Created virtual and hard copy instructional/training manual for new hires, which included step-by-step instructions for completing each task associated with the position.

* Created templates in MS Word that included formatting instructions for documents created by editorial department and page layout technicians.

* Worked exclusively on Apple/Macintosh operating system.

CNHI Media/Pharos Tribune, Logansport, IN

Staff Writer, Editorial Assistant, 08/2002 - 08/2003

* Wrote, edited, and formatted articles for and sections of daily newspaper according to Associated Press Stylebook.

* Conducted interviews with various members of the local community from both the public and private sector.

* Organized workload and employed multitasking to manage various projects simultaneously and meet daily, weekly, and monthly deadlines.

* Created, edited, captured, and formatted digital images using digital camera and image editing software, such as Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.

* Created and edited video for online format using Adobe Premier and Windows MovieMaker.

* Assisted with the graphic design and layout of newspaper hard copy and website using Quark Express and Adobe Illustrator.

* Worked exclusively on Apple/Mac operating system.

Additional experience

Puccini’s Smiling Teeth Pizza and Pasta, Kitchen Staff/Food Prep, Indianapolis, IN, 2015; Computer Center, Service Technician and Sales, Logansport, IN, 2001; Indiana Business Communications, Network Installation Technician, Kokomo, IN, 2001.

Computer skills

MS Office Suite (MS Word, advanced level user; MS PowerPoint, subject matter expert), Wrike, Google Docs, Cloud technologies, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign (Quark Xpress), MS Visio, MS Project, SharePoint, Leo Authoring Tool, DocMan, RCAM, ISIWriter, Open Text Content Server, ps2000, Lift System, Documentum, WebLog, HTML, MS Visual Basic, Apple Scripts, Reference Manager, Sigma Plot, Lotus Notes, Citrix, Skype, WebEx, Cool Edit Pro, Garage Band, CDex, Windows Movie Maker, Adobe Premier, Apple/Mac and MS Windows operating systems.

Organizations

Orangutan Republik Foundation, Santa Monica, CA (Home-based Volunteer Position)

Grant Proposal Writer and Project Manager, 06/2014 – 03/2017

* Wrote, edited, formatted, and submitted grant proposals to various organizations.

* Edited and proofread promotional materials using MS Word.

* Managed projects and allocated resources using MS Project and Wrike.

* Procured male orangutan “long-call” vocalization audio samples for OURF brand jingle using Cool Edit Pro.

* Recorded, produced, edited, and mastered OURF brand jingle audio using Garageband.

* Played electric guitar, keyboards, and provided audio samples for OURF brand jingles.

* Scheduled and hosted virtual meetings via Skype and Zoom.

Recorded and distributed virtual meeting minutes, notes, and agenda to all attendees.

Interests

As a guitarist, vocalist, bass guitarist, band leader, and principal songwriter, I have been writing, arranging, recording, and performing original music for almost thirty years. During this time, I also managed the bands' day-to-day operations, booked and promoted shows, created and maintained band biographies and press kits, created and maintained online profiles, and developed a network of resources consisting of promoters, club owners, booking agents, touring bands, radio station program directors, record labels, graphic designers, photographers, recording studios and facilities, and media manufacturing and mastering facilities. I am also a member of ASCAP, have contributed songs to dozens of releases, and have had my songs played on radio stations all over the United States.

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