Copy Editor Social Media

Lynn Schwager-Miles

Morris Plains, NJ 973-***-****

****.*************@*****.***

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Editing, copy-editing, proofreading

AMA/AP style proficiency

Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat

Google Workspace, Workfront, JIRA, Asana, Wrike

Writing/researching/concepting

Managing and meeting deadlines

Ability to work independently

Veeva PromoMats, DocuProof, Dropbox

PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE

Contract, V2X, Bausch Health, ResMed, Remote, NY Metro Area

Copy Editor/Proofreader (February 2024 – present)

Conduct QA reviews/edits of industry training materials, including job aids and web-based e-Learning courses, for correct grammar, spelling and punctuation, plus ensure consistent adherence to editorial guidelines using AP style guide. Use Asana/Wrike to proofread/edit pharmaceutical print, digital and web content for grammar, spelling and punctuation. Certify that copy complies with AMA-11, brand guidelines, FDA rules and regulations. Fact-check content, validate references. Manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Motiva USA, Remote, NY Metro Area

Copy Editor (April 2023 – February 2024)

Utilized JIRA/Dropbox and AP style to copy-edit, rewrite, proofread and production-review marketing materials and social media copy for medical device manufacturer. Collaborated with writers and other key stakeholders to ensure message clarity for multi-language translated copy. Managed projects, collaborated with stakeholders, and maintained departmental style guide.

Contract, Google, Remote, NY Metro Area

Material Design Copy Editor (August 2021 – August 2022)

Wrote/edited UX guidance for internal and external audiences specific to Google’s Material Design System for Android and iOS apps. Created consistency and clarity by implementing style standards, including AP style, through written documentation using Google Workspace.

Contract @ Saatchi & Saatchi Wellness, Harrison & Star, Remote, NY Metro Area

Pharmaceutical Medical Editor (November 2020 – August 2021)

Employed Workfront to edit pharmaceutical promotional materials, including digital sales aids, email blasts, patient brochures, and interactive PDFs. Edited materials according to client/house guidelines and AMA specifications. Verified advertising/promotional document claims, references, graphs, charts, tables, and statistical analyses prior to MLR review.

Contract @ Ascensia Diabetes Care, Parsippany, NJ

Production Proofreader (March 2016 – September 2020)

Copy-edited packaging for point size, text style, and formatting, including trademarks, registration information, spelling, capitalization, and branding. Used DocuProof to proofread/review prepress proofs and first-article samples. Managed quality control in all packaging and collateral sales materials to provide marketing deliverables on time.

BNO Ad Agency, Somerville, NJ

Proofreader (December 2014 – March 2016)

Edited, managed, and coordinated product launches for Janssen and Ethicon pharmaceutical clients. Utilized Janssen proprietary CMS and Veeva PromoMats to ensure correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation of all marketing promotional materials, including banner ads, digital sales aids, interactive programs, and convention panels. Employed AMA style while adhering to MLR submission regulations. Applied all required client revisions to reduce corrections costs, incorporating style and branding best practices. Verified references in text, graphs, charts, tables, and statistical analyses.

Contract @ Nice-Pak Products, Orangeburg, NY

Proofreader (March 2013 – December 2014)

Oversaw all proofreading tasks for personal care products manufacturing company, including packaging artwork and layered files. Interfaced with MLR to confirm precise language in compliance with government regulations to reduce corrections costs. Checked spelling, grammar, and punctuation while verifying point size, text style, spacing, and formatting. Applied client revisions using style and branding guidelines to adhere to strict production schedule.

Freelance — BrandKarma, PharmaWrite, Rienzi & Rienzi Communications, New Jersey

Proofreader/Copy Editor (June 2008 – March 2013)

Proofread/copy-edited client marketing materials and promotional pieces, while reviewing content for grammar, spelling, and style consistency. Annotated electronically in PDF format employing thorough knowledge of style guidelines and FDA regulations. Checked advertising and promotional claims against published sources prior to MLR submission.

EDUCATION

The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH – Master of Arts, Journalism; Bachelor of Arts, English

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