S H A R O N F L I C KER

Email: adnlir@r.postjobfree.com Phone: 530-***-****

SUMMARY

Proofreader and copy editor experienced in advertising, finance, promotional material development, educational materials, and manuscripts. Extensive knowledge and use of The Chicago Manual of Style and AP Style Guides. Skilled developer of training programs and procedures to track client requirements and maintain brandingstandards.

EXPERIENCE

December 2019-January 2020 The Boss Group (BLR Holdings) Remote

Contract Proofreader

Worked in conjunction with creative team on rebranding packaging for a pharmaceutical company

Reviewed all print materials online ensuring artwork and labels were accurate and adhered to company standards, regulatory guidelines, and compliance

Established a base team with the other proofreaders to review material provided during Hangout video conferencing

Checked for accuracy in information, any requested updates, references including web, phone and other correspondence.

Responsible to check layers, redlines, N spacing for all pieces using Adobe Acrobat rather than InDesign

Queried any discrepancies regarding rebranding and changes to style guidelines

Used legacy guide to proofread products in 18 languages and used current client branding guide to ensure translations with images were correct

Collaborated with other proofreaders, and production leads to ensure that any revisions, or replies to queries were clearly understood and implemented.

Attended weekly video meetings to discuss upcoming project

Used tracking system in Excel for creative revisions and second round reviews

Worked with Acrobat Pro, InDesign, G-suite, Hangout

October 2012-September 2019 Butte County DESS Chico, CA

Eligibility Specialist II

Reviewed initial applications for assistance for food stamps, medical and other programs

Conducted interviews, in person or via phone updated information in case files

Used statewide system to check if client had or was associated with an existing case in another county in California

Spoke with agency case workers in various states clarifying clients benefit status

Clearly explained all rules, regulations, and updated county or statewide changes to clients during intake process, specifically in regards to clients right and responsibilities, fraud, and program requirements

Updated case journals, maintained a call log for all missed calls, reviewed and uploaded documents (if requested or required) into case

Assisted with client benefit transfers both in and out of the county

Trained to work on specialized cases, created copies of my notes, and guidelines for specialized cases to assist other workers

Corresponded with leads and supervisors in other units if there were any duplicate applications

Adhered to strict regulations regarding client confidentiality

Attended team meetings to discuss and clarify any new processes or procedures

Completed in-office required training

50/50 grant- 50% of case load to be reviewed by lead or supervisor before being granted or returned for clarification

Conducted yearly recertifications if required.

Worked with C4 System, MEDS, Microsoft Office Suite, Word, and Adobe Acrobat

June 2012-October 2012 Franklin Templeton Investments Redwood City, CA

Freelance Proofreader

Read proofs and corrected errors primarily using electronic comparison proofreading methods and proofreading marks in documents prepared by designers, and production artists

Checked formatting, layout, standard template, and brand elements

Wrote clear, tactful queries to clients, copywriters and designers concerning possible inconsistencies, misspellings, grammatical or factual errors

Incorporated data updates and changes to styles, brands and standards

Compared corrected proofs in multiple formats to ensure that client, copywriter and designer corrections were implemented.

QA for any issues with barcodes or scans, and proofread in multiple languages using guide.

Worked with Adobe Acrobat, FileMaker Pro, and Microsoft Office Suite

August 2011-October 2011 G2 Worldwide San Francisco, CA

Freelance Proofreader

Proofread for three specific clients

Worked on emails, direct mail pieces, and postcards

All proofreading and edits were made online

Researched for logos, branding, spelling, correct grammar usage for both American and British English

Ensured branding, from both copywriters and project standards, maintained client requirements' and compliance working closely with managers

Tracked changes per client specifications. Proofread code and QA

Proofread Power Point presentation slides, and other presentation pieces

Developed a written guide to assist all new/freelance proofreaders with in-house rules and procedures, directions for proofreading for each specific client, and various online reference materials.

Worked with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Excel

May 2007-February 2010 PureRed Creative Livermore, CA

Proofreader for Creative

Promoted to team leader after 6 months

Created a system to ensure accuracy of billable hours entered by creative and creative production designers

Established a comprehensive guide for other proofreaders to utilize

Proofread articles and advertisement for high-end grocery chain ensuring the clients and company's styles were kept intact

Research for logos, branding, spelling, and correct grammar usage

Trained all new/freelance proofreaders

Cross-trained to perform and assist with traffic coordinator duties

Expanded my work duties as lead proofreader absorbing traffic coordinator position until a permanent replacement was hired.

Worked with Adobe Acrobat, Photoshop, Microsoft Office

EDUCATION

August 2002-December 2004 California State University, Chico Chico, CA

B.A. English Literature

Certificate in Editing and Publishing

Member of the English Honors Society 2002-2004, Vice President, Spring 2004

INTERESTS

Reading, music, dancing, traveling, animal rights, cooking, and documentaries

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