I am a meticulous editor with over five years of experience in technical editing and document management across government, legal, academic, and customer-facing programs. I specialize in preparing, reviewing, and maintaining documentation, including SOPs and training records, and I actively support onboarding and compliance activities. Colleagues know me for strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to ensure accuracy in fast-paced environments. I excel in QA processes, cross-functional collaboration, and producing clear, compliant materials that boost productivity and consistency.

Rebekah Sherman

I am a meticulous editor with over five years of experience in technical editing and document management across government, legal, academic, and customer-facing programs. I specialize in preparing, reviewing, and maintaining documentation, including SOPs and training records, and I actively support onboarding and compliance activities. Colleagues know me for strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to ensure accuracy in fast-paced environments. I excel in QA processes, cross-functional collaboration, and producing clear, compliant materials that boost productivity and consistency.

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I am a meticulous editor with over five years of experience in technical editing and document management across government, legal, academic, and customer-facing programs. I specialize in preparing, reviewing, and maintaining documentation, including SOPs and training records, and I actively support onboarding and compliance activities.

Colleagues know me for strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to ensure accuracy in fast-paced environments. I excel in QA processes, cross-functional collaboration, and producing clear, compliant materials that boost productivity and consistency.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

QA Analyst at Venture Solutions, Inc.
June 1, 2025 - October 24, 2025
Managed the QA process for print sites and contract areas, ensuring technical documentation and related process materials, including SOPs, were accurately maintained and updated for consistency and compliance. Monitored project activities using Jira/Ontrack to ensure accurate timekeeping, supporting detailed record keeping required for billing and quality assurance documentation. Authored and refined Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) documents and QA procedures, reflecting strong technical writing and document management skills to boost productivity and consistency. Implemented error reduction strategies that decreased QA discrepancies by 20%.
Proofreader at Levi, Ray & Shoup, Inc. (LRS)
January 1, 2023 - October 24, 2025
Reviewed and compared production files with client templates and data files to ensure error-free technical documents and accurate formatting, aligning with high standards required for official documentation. Edited Adobe PDFs and printed samples with precision, applying advanced proofreading, grammar and syntax skills to maintain a high quality of work. Contributed improvements to programming and design elements aimed at enhancing production quality and clarity of technical documentation and visual aids.
Editor III at KnowledgeWorks Global
June 1, 2022 - October 24, 2025
Served as central in-house copy editor for print and digital American Thoracic Society (ATS) journal articles. Assessed article style, formatting, technical language, journal conventions, and proper American English usage. Conducted medical and scientific research to validate content and input administrative data. Mentored a team of 5+ freelance copy editors on ATS and corporate standards, collaborating to ensure alignment with branding requirements. Supervised training and evaluation of a new copy editor and submitted recommendations for separation due to underperformance.
Proofreader and Editor at eScribers, LLC
September 1, 2021 - October 24, 2025
Reviewed and revised English versions of legal and administrative proceedings and certified compliance with requirements of MD State Courts, US Immigration Courts, Board of Immigration Review, Department of Veterans Affairs, and local Social Services offices. Researched case law to ensure accuracy of legal jargon and field terminology for audio transcription. Proactively drafted and implemented the 'cheat sheet' for style guides to improve initial freelance outcomes and reduce QA time. Identified pitfalls, errors, and problems across transcriber base to improve overall accuracy. Spearheaded QA system and served as primary in-house proofreader for new VA Department of Social Services (VDSS) dictation contract. Achieved 98-100% accuracy in dictation work ranging from 50 to 2,000 words while maintaining a 4-hour turnaround time.
Receptionist, Accounting Assistant at Precision Doors & Hardware
October 31, 2016 - October 24, 2025
Facilitated successful completion of projects valued up to $1M by furnishing project managers with reports on budgetary needs and discrepancies on or ahead of deadlines. Liaised with vendors, customers, and project managers to confirm correctness of invoices, payables, and payment records. Welcomed and directed visitors while managing a complex phone system, enhancing visitor experience and ensuring efficient communication. Coordinated mail and document distribution and communication, ensuring timely delivery and supporting smooth business operations. Organized and maintained physical and digital filing systems, improving document retrieval efficiency and supporting organizational needs.
Accounting Assistant at Precision Doors & Hardware
October 31, 2017 - October 24, 2025
Promoted to Accounting Assistant in November 2016. Facilitated successful completion of projects by handling financial records, invoices, and vendor communications; supported budgeting and cost-tracking activities; contributed to month-end close processes.
Independent Content Quality Editor at Quora, Inc.
October 1, 2015 - October 24, 2025
Conducted thorough fact-checking and editing of end-user inquiries in English, ensuring clarity, conciseness, and grammatical accuracy. Aligned content with company standards while preserving authorial intent, contributing to consistent and reliable information delivery.

Education

Bachelor of Science in English Composition at Towson University
January 11, 2030 - October 24, 2025

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Industry Experience

Government, Education, Healthcare, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment