I am a meticulous writer and editor with 25+ years of experience proofreading, copy editing, and writing for advertising, marketing, business, healthcare/pharma, and corporate communications. I excel at crafting clear, persuasive content for B2B and B2C audiences and have expert knowledge of style guides, grammar, spelling, and punctuation. I am deadline-driven, flexible, and collaborative, with a track record of delivering high-quality work on time. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams, mentoring junior writers, and adapting to tight deadlines. My experience spans social media, website content, print collateral, and medical education materials, and I am always focused on producing accurate, engaging content that complies with regulatory requirements.

Melanie J Zimmerman

I am a meticulous writer and editor with 25+ years of experience proofreading, copy editing, and writing for advertising, marketing, business, healthcare/pharma, and corporate communications. I excel at crafting clear, persuasive content for B2B and B2C audiences and have expert knowledge of style guides, grammar, spelling, and punctuation. I am deadline-driven, flexible, and collaborative, with a track record of delivering high-quality work on time. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams, mentoring junior writers, and adapting to tight deadlines. My experience spans social media, website content, print collateral, and medical education materials, and I am always focused on producing accurate, engaging content that complies with regulatory requirements.

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I am a meticulous writer and editor with 25+ years of experience proofreading, copy editing, and writing for advertising, marketing, business, healthcare/pharma, and corporate communications. I excel at crafting clear, persuasive content for B2B and B2C audiences and have expert knowledge of style guides, grammar, spelling, and punctuation. I am deadline-driven, flexible, and collaborative, with a track record of delivering high-quality work on time.

I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams, mentoring junior writers, and adapting to tight deadlines. My experience spans social media, website content, print collateral, and medical education materials, and I am always focused on producing accurate, engaging content that complies with regulatory requirements.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Social Copy Editor at DAC Group
January 1, 2024 - Present
Edit written and visual content, including social media captions, website content, graphics, and video content. Provide feedback based on AP and house style, rephrasing writers’ content where necessary, and ensuring all content aligns with strict compliance guides. Mentor a team of 4+ writing and editing associates on effective writing techniques, graphic design, and other aspects of the content creation process.
Freelance Medical Editor at AbbVie
January 1, 2024 - October 25, 2025
Proofread and edit educational materials for spelling, punctuation, grammar errors; format/style inconsistencies; and potential concerns; review projects for compliance with FDA regulations. Ensure copy is aligned with AbbVie and AMA styles.
Creative Agency Copy Editor/Writer at Quill LLC
January 1, 2023 - October 25, 2025
Edit web, print, email and other collateral for grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Write B2B copy for social media posts, blog articles, email, and web. Collaborate with graphic designers to brainstorm ideas.
Marketing Copy Editor at Aspen Marketing
January 1, 2017 - October 25, 2025
Edited marketing materials for clarity, consistency, and compliance; ensured grammar, spelling, and punctuation accuracy.
Marketing Copy Editor at Capital One
January 1, 2016 - October 25, 2025
Edited marketing materials for consistency and compliance; ensured grammar and spelling accuracy across channels.
Freelance Copy Editor/Proofreader/Writer at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 2003 - Present
Successfully manage editorial services business specializing in copy editing, proofreading, copywriting, fact checking, research, and project management. Lead first-time authors through the complex editorial process, increasing sales and recognition; contributed to overall quality of the written word through thoughtful and thorough editing and proofreading.
Copy Manager at Circuit City Stores
January 1, 2003 - October 25, 2025
Managed team of copywriters/editors. Wrote advertising copy and monthly employee newsletter.

Education

BA in Communications at Bowling Green State University
January 11, 2030 - October 25, 2025

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Industry Experience

Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services