Lisa Beasley

Fairburn, GA ***** • 804-***-****

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-beasley-04403328/

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Skills and Accomplishments

Excellent editing and proofreading skills; well above average rate of accuracy

Oversee major projects, from concept to editing to layout/design and proofreading

Edit for appropriate tone, conciseness, cohesiveness, and proper syntax

Adapt quickly and calmly to changing priorities while focusing on the big picture

Organize and schedule work effectively and efficiently, juggling multiple projects at once

Verify the work of others and provide direction, feedback, and constructive criticism

Proficient with proofreaders’ marks

Proficient with Chicago Manual of Style, AP Stylebook, MLA Style, and AMA Manual of Style

Proficient with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and other programs

Work Experience

Freelance Editor/Writer 1998-present

Edit and proofread résumés, manuscripts, theses, dissertations, websites, blogs, articles, product descriptions, courses, lessons, etc., for structure, grammar, style, and tone

Fact check content to ensure accuracy

Edit content based on SEO research

Adhere to appropriate style guides applicable to content

Work with different companies on various projects to deliver clear, concise, and error-free content in a timely manner

E-Learning Editor Mbition 2014-2022

Worked on the course development team and assisted in the development and maintenance of major projects for online delivery, mainly in the fields of real estate, appraisal, and home inspection

Edited course lessons, textbooks, handouts, outlines, scripts, and exam questions for clarity, consistency, and adherence to style guide and editorial standards

Rewrote content when necessary

Collaborated with subject matter experts and other curriculum developers to ensure quality of the products

Edited in the LMS as needed

Reviewed and edited published online courses to ensure course content appeared and functioned properly

Created and maintained in-house style guide

Copy Editor/Proofreader World Changers Church Int’l 2008-2014

Copy edited and proofread magazine and web articles and manuscripts

Worked with publications team to brainstorm and complete writing assignments

Rewrote and revised written copy for increased accuracy, tone, and cohesiveness

Proofread all product descriptions and back liners for product covers, books, and online catalog

Proofread all flyers, advertisements, and press releases

Teacher West End Christian School 2006-2007

Taught middle and high school English

Created lesson plans

Assessed student learning

Teacher Heritage Preparatory School 1998-2006

Taught language arts to students on individualized learning tracks and levels in a small learning environment

Education

Master of Arts, English 12/2012

Clayton State University, Morrow, GA

Bachelor of Arts, English 05/2005

Virginia State University, Petersburg, VA

Associate of Science, Psychology 05/1993

Richard Bland College, Petersburg, VA

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