Copy Editor English Language

Leah Pickett

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Professional Portfolio: wordweaverediting.com

Objective

Experienced editor and writer with over a decade of success in fact-checking, proofreading, and document preparation. Knowledgeable in discovery, contract writing, and transforming complex information into accurate, well-structured materials. Known for exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to accuracy. Special Skills

Language Mastery: Expertise in English grammar

and usage, enhancing fluency and preserving author voice, including for ESL writers

Style Guide Proficiency: Comprehensive

knowledge of CMOS, Bluebook, MLA, AMA, AP,

and technical style guides with adaptability to in- house style requirements and style guides

AI Editing: Expert in refining AI-assisted writing to ensure a natural, engaging, and humanlike tone

Attention to Detail: Meticulous approach to syntax, advanced writing skills, style, consistency,

conducting research, ensuring accuracy, document

preparation, multi-tasking, discovery, and fact-

checking across diverse content

Project Management: Adept at managing multiple

projects, case management, and meeting strict

publishing deadlines

Collaborative Feedback: Provides constructive

guidance facilitating clients through processes

Software Expertise: Proficient in leading AI-

powered editing software, with a solid understanding of layout and design principles

Style Guides

Chicago Manual of Style, 18th Edition

The Bluebook, 21st Edition

AMA Manual of Style, 11th Edition

MLA Handbook, 9th Edition

The Elements of Style, 4th Edition

AP Stylebook, 57th Edition

Citing Medicine, 2nd Edition

ACS Style Guide, 3rd Edition

Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary, 11th

Edition

Professional Experience

WORD WEAVER EDITING

Copy Editor, Proofreader, and Writer (2014–Present)

Copyedited and proofread across genres, including nonfiction business, self-help, memoirs, historical fiction, mystery, and romance, working with both independent authors and publishing houses

Conducted comprehensive manuscript reviews, identifying strengths and areas for improvement in plot, character development, style, and factual accuracy

Refined AI-assisted writing to enhance originality and infuse nuanced emotional expression, making characters more relatable and memorable

Developed standard operating procedures for streamlined editing and technical writing processes, improving workflow efficiency and quality standards

MANUSCRIPTS LLC

Copy Editor (2020–Present)

Enhanced manuscript quality by providing authors with precise editing and tailored feedback, ensuring polished, publish-ready works

Collaborated with editorial team to ensure stylistic consistency and adherence to publishing standards

Research and fact-checking content material

Education and Affiliations

University of Oklahoma

Editorial Freelance Association member

American Copy Editors Society member

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