Experienced Copy Editor and Proofreader

Dean M. Takehara

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SUMMARY OF CAPABILITIES

Professional copy editor, writer, and proofreader with over 10 years of experience with daily newspapers, magazines, and websites

Prior proofreading/editing experience

Excellent attention to detail

Extensive knowledge of grammar, punctuation, syntax, and spelling rules

Familiar with content management systems

Displays good editorial judgment and ensures that articles read well

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel

In-depth knowledge of The Associated Press Stylebook, The Chicago Manual of Style editions 15 and 16, and the AMA Manual of Style

Experienced in page design and layout

RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE

SAN FRANCISCO PUBLIC PRESS May 2012 to still employed

Copy Editor

BIOCENTURY PUBLICATIONS February 2015 to July 2015

Copy Editor/Proofreader

DEMAND STUDIOS May 2009 to June 2012

Copy Editor

EPOCRATES, INC. November 2009 to April 2011

Proofreader

LAW.COM/THE AMERICAN LAWYER May 2007 to January 2009

Copy Editor/Proofreader

BUSINESS 2.0 September 2000 to July 2001

Copy Editor

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts in Journalism, University of Hawaii

Editcetera Copyediting Class

Technical Writing I and II, UC Berkeley Extension

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