Hi, I’m Cathleen Twardzik, a dedicated editor and writer with a passion for the precise, engaging use of English. For over a decade, I have shaped business communications, news stories, and features into clean, compelling copy. I believe that a well-crafted sentence can inform, persuade, and inspire, and I take pride in meticulous editing, factual accuracy, and meeting tight deadlines. In collaborative environments, I thrive on turning ideas into clear, polished prose that resonates with readers. My experience ranges from copy editing for startups to reporting and feature writing for community newspapers, and I am excited to help teams deliver flawless language across channels while maintaining a strong voice and accuracy.

Cathleen Twardzik

Hi, I’m Cathleen Twardzik, a dedicated editor and writer with a passion for the precise, engaging use of English. For over a decade, I have shaped business communications, news stories, and features into clean, compelling copy. I believe that a well-crafted sentence can inform, persuade, and inspire, and I take pride in meticulous editing, factual accuracy, and meeting tight deadlines. In collaborative environments, I thrive on turning ideas into clear, polished prose that resonates with readers. My experience ranges from copy editing for startups to reporting and feature writing for community newspapers, and I am excited to help teams deliver flawless language across channels while maintaining a strong voice and accuracy.

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Hi, I’m Cathleen Twardzik, a dedicated editor and writer with a passion for the precise, engaging use of English. For over a decade, I have shaped business communications, news stories, and features into clean, compelling copy. I believe that a well-crafted sentence can inform, persuade, and inspire, and I take pride in meticulous editing, factual accuracy, and meeting tight deadlines.

In collaborative environments, I thrive on turning ideas into clear, polished prose that resonates with readers. My experience ranges from copy editing for startups to reporting and feature writing for community newspapers, and I am excited to help teams deliver flawless language across channels while maintaining a strong voice and accuracy.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Copy Editor and Communications Specialist at Twardzik Associates
May 1, 2007 - Present
Copy edit and proofread business and marketing communications, conduct online research and fact check material
Reporter at The Somerville Times
January 1, 2025 - October 24, 2025
Researched background for stories, formed questions and conducted interviews; sent follow-up questions and turned notes into spotless copy
Assistant Editor at KT5 Media Inc.
September 1, 2009 - October 24, 2025
Copy edited for a startup; Maintained house style, reworked portions of stories, posted them on the website and provided feedback
Copy Editor and Communications Specialist at Twardzik Associates
May 1, 2007 - October 27, 2025
Copy edit and proofread business and marketing communications, conduct online research and fact check material
Reporter at The Somerville Times
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Researched background for stories, formed questions and conducted interviews. Sent follow-up questions and turned notes into spotless copy. Specialized in writing news and feature stories
Assistant Editor at KT5 Media Inc.
September 30, 2009 - September 30, 2009
Copy edited for a startup. Maintained house style, reworked portions of stories, posted them on the website and provided feedback

Education

Master of Science in Journalism at Boston University College of Communication
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2007
Bachelor of Arts in English, Concentration in Writing at Boston College
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2005
Master of Science in Journalism at Boston University College of Communication
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2007
Bachelor of Arts in English at Boston College
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2005

Qualifications

Google AI Essentials Specialization
October 1, 2025 - October 24, 2025
Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) (The TEFLAcademy) (RQF)
January 11, 2030 - October 24, 2025
Teaching English to Young Learners (30 hours)
September 1, 2022 - October 24, 2025
10-hour Teaching Practice Course
February 1, 2022 - October 24, 2025
Teaching English Online and One to One (30 hours)
July 1, 2022 - October 24, 2025
Teaching Business English (30 hours)
May 1, 2022 - October 24, 2025
Google AI Essentials Specialization
October 1, 2025 - October 27, 2025
Level 5 Diploma in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)
January 11, 2030 - October 27, 2025
Teaching English to Young Learners (30 hours)
September 1, 2022 - October 27, 2025
10-hour Teaching Practice Course
February 1, 2022 - October 27, 2025
Teaching English Online and One to One (30 hours)
July 1, 2022 - October 27, 2025
Teaching Business English (30 hours)
May 1, 2022 - October 27, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services