Assistant Microsoft Office
Resume:
Denise Consigli
Long Valley, NJ 07853
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Talented, versatile writer and editor with vast experience in print and online publishing. Superb management and supervisory skills with all levels of editorial staff. Proficient in research, technical writing and indexing. Strong command of technology and social media tools. Able to meet deadlines in fast-paced environments.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Freelance Editor 2003 to Present
Write, edit and index editorial content for various publishing companies, including Real Simple and Matthew Bender and Co.
Areas of expertise include intellectual property, real estate, business law, bankruptcy, and criminal and civil law, in both online and print formats.
Conduct research and verify accuracy of manuscript with authors and in-house editors.
Recommend changes to improve efficiency of publications.
Meet multiple deadlines in timely manner.
LexisNexis, Matthew Bender and Co. 1996 to 2002
Matthew Bender & Company creates hundreds of legal treatises, checklists, practice guides and online publications that are used by tens of thousands of attorneys nationally to research legal matters and prepare for cases. The revenue generated by these publications is over $100M annually.
Index Supervisor/Manager 1999 to 2002
Supervised department of editorial indexers at Matthew Bender and Co.
Hired and trained subordinates and freelancers.
Managed and maintained department editorial budget.
Paid freelancers, drafted contracts and coordinated with writers and editors on multiple projects.
Assisted in creating department Best Practices Manual.
Planned and scheduled projects for editorial staff.
Achieved departmental goals.
Managed and indexed bankruptcy line publications for department.
Senior Index Editor 1996 to 1999
Responsible for editing and writing legal material in Matthew Bender indexing department.
Planned releases and provided editorial support for bankruptcy department. Analyzed and implemented freelance budget.
Ensured proper use of editorial style.
Performed research, drafted assignments and controlled the accuracy and availability of content of publications.
Additional Employment
Licensed Realtor, Weichert Realtors, Chester, NJ
Legal Assistant, Kenyon & Kenyon, NY, NY
Editorial Assistant, Michie Publishing, Charlottesville, VA
Education
B.A. in English/Journalism
Old Dominion University - Norfolk, VA
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, PowerPoint, Excel, Adobe, Cindex and multiple social media platforms
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