Journalist, Copy Editor/Proofreader, Web Producer, Social Media Editor

SARAH TAQVI

Houston, TX 281-***-**** *******@*****.***

Editor Copy Editor Proofreader Editorial Production Specialist

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Editorial professional with 10+ years of experience in magazine publishing, journalism, copy editing and proofreading. Experienced managing editorial workflows, fact-checking content, collaborating with writers and ensuring accuracy across print and digital publications.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

ARAMCO SERVICES COMPANY Assistant Editor/Social Media Editor Aug 2022 – Jun 2026

·Edited, proofread and fact-checked more than 600 print and online article components of AramcoWorld, an international magazine, for every magazine issue

·Coordinated with editors, designers and publisher to ensure accuracy, consistency and deadline of publication

·Managed editorial workflows from manuscript review through publication

·Reviewed layouts, copy and production materials for adherence to AP Style and editorial standards

BROWN GIRL MAGAZINE Editor-at-Large Jun 2018 – Present

·Edited 800+ published articles and provided developmental and copy-editing feedback to 200+ writers

·Collaborated on editorial strategy, pitches and publication planning

TEXAS SIGNAL Associate Producer May 2019 – July 2022

·Produced and edited 125+ podcast episodes and 15+ news videos

HOUSTONIA MAGAZINE Web Producer Nov 2015 – Sep 2016

·Produced digital content for monthly print publication, newsletters and website updates while monitoring analytics and audience performance

·Built and proofread articles and newsletters, website pages and marketing materials

EDUCATION

University of Houston — M.A. Mass Communication, Minor in Public Relations (2020), GPA 3.9

The University of Texas at Austin — B.J. Journalism, Minor in Urdu (2014)

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