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James A. Irving is a Vancouver-based writer, poet, and editor whose work spans philosophical fiction, verse, devotional writing, and short fiction. He has been recognized in multiple writing competitions and published across literary and faith-based outlets.
With extensive experience in journalism, teaching, and editorial roles, James also produces scholarly writing on literature (including Tolkien), and has worked as an editor/proofreader and acting editor for local newspapers.
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Work Experience
Custodian at Grandview Church
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2026Product Advisor at Bigfoot Industrial Centre
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022Acting Editor at Merritt Herald
November 1, 2019 - November 30, 2019Product Advisor at Bigfoot Industrial Centre
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2019Pump Attendant/Cashier at Petro-Canada / Shell stations
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2014English/Art Teacher at Kingston High School
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2004Instructor at Century College (Athabasca U. materials)
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2001Freelancer at North Shore News, Burnaby NOW, The Record
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2005Freelance Editor/Reader at Granville Island Publishing
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2000Editor/Proofreader (Contract) at Coopers & Lybrand
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 1998Education
M.Div at Regent College
January 11, 2030 - August 11, 2026MA, English at Acadia University
January 11, 2030 - August 11, 2026BA, English at Acadia University
January 11, 2030 - August 11, 2026Intro to Screenwriting at FutureLearn.com
January 11, 2030 - August 11, 2026Start Writing Fiction at The Open University
January 11, 2030 - August 11, 2026Qualifications
Industry Experience
Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Retail, Other
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