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I am an accomplished copy editor, writer, and proofreader with extensive experience across academic publishing, healthcare, journalism, and creative content. As a Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading member, I have supported peer-reviewed journals, global publishers, and media outlets with a commitment to accuracy, clarity, and engaging storytelling.
I bring strong administrative and project coordination skills from roles in professional associations and research institutes, including accreditation, grants, and membership programs. I excel at collaborating with diverse stakeholders, applying meticulous attention to detail, and adapting tone and style to suit audience needs, whether editing medical textbooks or composing lifestyle articles.
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Language
English
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Spanish; Castilian
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Work Experience
Freelance Copy-Editor, Writer, Proofreader at Self-employed
January 1, 2020 - PresentCopy Editor for peer-reviewed journals including Education for Health (USA) and Proofreader for Pathology (Australia). Writer for Euro Weekly News and a US divorce coach. Manages a monthly creative non-fiction newsletter on life in Spain and acts as final quality control for medical and health textbooks for Elsevier Science since 2008.
Accreditation & Executive Support Officer at The Thoracic Society of AU & NZ
May 31, 2018 - July 16, 2025Provided editorial support on guidelines and business documents. Coordinated accreditation of respiratory function labs in Australia and New Zealand, forming assessor panels and managing processes over nine months. Managed membership renewal processes.
Education Administrator at Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia
November 30, 2016 - July 16, 2025Handled administration for scholarships, grants, awards, faculty pathways, accreditation of international training labs, and CPD programs supporting over 2,500 fellows.
Clinical Intake Coordinator at Drake Workwise
November 30, 2010 - July 16, 2025Coordinated the national Employee Assistance Program.
Clinical Trials Recruitment Coordinator at Woolcock Institute of Medical Research
April 30, 2009 - July 16, 2025Recruited clinical trial participants, liaised with operational teams, created advertising and marketing campaigns, and conducted telephone screening of respondents.
Marketing Officer at Whurr Publishers
December 31, 2002 - July 16, 2025Wrote and created marketing materials for a small humanities publisher.
Proofreader and Administrative Officer at MacLennan & Petty Publishers
December 31, 2002 - July 16, 2025Proofread medical books and supported management of this boutique publishing house.
Crossword Puzzle Compiler and Sub-Editor at Pacific Publications - That's Life magazine
December 31, 2001 - July 16, 2025Created word puzzles and worked on copy fitting to weekly deadlines using QuarkXpress.
Academic Marketing Officer at Allen & Unwin Publishers
December 31, 1992 - July 16, 2025Researched tertiary markets for textbooks, presented books to lecturers leading to mass adoptions, consistently met sales targets.
Freelance Copy Editor, Writer, Proofreader at Self-Employed / Multiple Clients
March 1, 2020 - PresentCopy edit / proofread scholarly manuscripts for international, peer-reviewed journals; write and publish news articles for online media; copy edit / proofread books on the Reedsy platform to maintain consistent five-star reviews; write articles and blogs on personal topics; apply advanced language, grammar, and style expertise to enhance clarity, consistency, and impact across academic and journalistic outputs.
Accreditation & Executive Support Officer at The Thoracic Society of Australia & New Zealand
May 1, 2018 - October 21, 2025Coordinated accreditation processes for 40+ respiratory function laboratories across Australia and New Zealand; drafted, edited, and proofread guidelines and reports; managed annual membership renewals; liaised with assessors, laboratories, and internal teams to ensure guideline compliance and timely completion of accreditation activities.
Education Administrator at Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia
November 1, 2016 - October 21, 2025Administered the Annual Scholarship, Grant, and Award Programs; coordinated the launch of the inaugural Faculty of Science Pathway; managed accreditation of 480 international training laboratories; supported Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programs for over 2,500 Fellows.
Clinical Intake Coordinator at Drake WorkWise
November 1, 2010 - October 21, 2025Coordinated intake for the national Employee Assistance Program; acted as first point of contact for employees and employers; gathered case details, triaged to clinicians, and maintained confidential records; liaised with internal teams and external providers to ensure service delivery and program standards.
Clinical Trials Recruitment Coordinator at Woolcock Institute of Medical Research
April 1, 2009 - October 21, 2025Recruited participants for multiple clinical trials; designed targeted advertising campaigns; conducted high-volume telephone screening to verify eligibility; maintained participant relationships and ensured ongoing engagement and trial compliance.
Marketing Officer at Whurr Publishers
December 31, 2003 - October 21, 2025Wrote, edited, and designed marketing collateral to promote new and existing publications; supported sales through brochures, flyers, and catalogs; liaised with editorial and sales teams to align marketing with publishing schedules; assisted in coordinating promotional events.
Proofreader & Administrative Officer at MacLennan & Petty Publishers
October 1, 2002 - October 21, 2025Proofread medical textbooks and manuscripts for accuracy and publishing standards; provided administrative support across editorial and production functions; coordinated communication between authors, editors, and internal teams to streamline workflows.
Crossword Puzzle Compiler & Sub-Editor at Pacific Publications – That's Life! Magazine
September 1, 2001 - October 21, 2025Created word puzzles for a mass-market weekly magazine; brainstormed topical themes; sub-edited content to deadline; proficient with QuarkXPress.
Academic Marketing Officer at Allen & Unwin Publishers
December 31, 1992 - October 21, 2025Researched tertiary education markets to identify opportunities for textbook adoption; presented textbooks to lecturers on university campuses; built professional relationships; consistently achieved sales targets; collaborated with editorial and sales teams to align marketing with curriculum requirements.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma at University of New South Wales
August 1, 2018 - March 10, 2025Qualifications as a librarian
BA (Hons) English Literature at University of Sydney
March 1, 2020 - March 1, 2024BA (Hons) at University of Sydney
January 1, 1980 - December 31, 1983Postgraduate Diploma at University of New South Wales
January 1, 1984 - December 31, 1985Bachelor of Arts (Honours): English Literature at University of Sydney
January 1, 1989 - December 31, 1989Postgraduate Diploma in Information Management — Librarianship at University of New South Wales
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1994Proofreading Certification at Proofreading Academy
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020Qualifications
Proofreader
January 1, 2019 - March 1, 2020Passed exam for certification as a proofreader
Member, Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2023Proofreading Certification
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018Proofreading Certification
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020Industry Experience
Non-Profit Organization, Education, Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Life Sciences, Other
Since March 2020 I have edited 40+ books on the Reedsy platform.
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I wrote news articles for a digital media company, EuroWeekly News:
I write articles for a divorce coach and a grief website:
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