I'm a freelance copy editor specializing in technical documents. I have over 25 years' experience in government construction specifications and criteria, government test and evaluation documentation (including reports), and freelance editing of technical theses, dissertations, and journal articles. I am an expert at using Microsoft Word styles and reference functions to format documents in several format standards, including APA, MLA, and CMOS. I can also produce documents in portable document format (pdf) and ePUB. I have presented writing and editing workshops in house (at NAVFAC, OPTEVFOR, and MCOTEA) and for ACES.…

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I'm a freelance copy editor specializing in technical documents. I have over 25 years' experience in government construction specifications and criteria, government test and evaluation documentation (including reports), and freelance editing of technical theses, dissertations, and journal articles. I am an expert at using Microsoft Word styles and reference functions to format documents in several format standards, including APA, MLA, and CMOS. I can also produce documents in portable document format (pdf) and ePUB. I have presented writing and editing workshops in house (at NAVFAC, OPTEVFOR, and MCOTEA) and for ACES.…

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I’m a freelance copy editor specializing in technical documents.

I have over 25 years’ experience in government construction specifications and criteria, government test and evaluation documentation (including reports), and freelance editing of technical theses, dissertations, and journal articles.

I am an expert at using Microsoft Word styles and reference functions to format documents in several format standards, including APA, MLA, and CMOS. I can also produce documents in portable document format (pdf) and ePUB.

I have presented writing and editing workshops in house (at NAVFAC, OPTEVFOR, and MCOTEA) and for ACES.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Dreamer-in-Chief at DreamPunk Press
November 1, 2012 - Present
Edit and format fiction manuscripts, generate social media posts, and create PDFs for printing at various platforms.
Senior Technical Editor at Marine Corps Operational Test and Evaluation Activity
December 31, 2014 - December 31, 2025
Edited a wide range of technical reports and policy documents aimed at high-level decision makers, developed templates, and conducted training for technical writers.
Technical Editor at Operational Test and Evaluation Force
December 1, 2007 - January 1, 2015
Responsible for editing important technical documentation for Navy programs and maintaining internal style guides.
Technical Editor at Naval Facilities Engineering Command
September 1, 2002 - December 1, 2007
Edited construction criteria documents and specifications, and served briefly as Public Affairs Officer.
Technical Editor at MANCON (supporting NAVFAC)
September 1, 2000 - September 1, 2002
Focused on editing construction criteria documents and specification master files.
Intern at American Red Cross, Summer Teen Program
May 1, 2000 - August 1, 2000
Wrote press releases and articles about teen activities within the ARC Summer Program.
Newsletter Editor at Potomac Ramblers Association
December 31, 1997 - November 30, 2000
Edited, formatted, printed, and mailed a bi-monthly car hobby newsletter.

Education

Master’s in Management – Global at Cambridge College
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2007
Bachelor’s in Liberal Arts, English at Old Dominion University
January 1, 2000 - December 1, 2000
Associate’s in Science, General at Tidewater Community College
January 1, 1999 - May 1, 1999

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Industry Experience

Government, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Education
    paper Book Cover Design

    Design book cover using Affinity Designer (compatible with Adobe products, but no auto storage in the cloud.) Selected image, fonts, and modified for a cohesive look.

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