Content Editing, Translation, Localization
ABOUT
Creative thinker. Organized. Reliable.
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I deliver powerful, professional content that accurately reflects your organization's goals and values. With specializations in stylistic editing, copy editing and ESL editing, I advise on language level and inclusive language for government, corporations, and non-profit foundations.​
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As the English Editor for Environment and Climate Change Canada, I am part of a team of language specialists that handles nearly a million words per year. High-profile documents include speeches, media advisories, news releases, social media, and web content.
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With experience in Canada, the US, and France, I am aware of the subtle — and sometimes not so subtle — cultural differences in communication styles, and the difference that those details can make.
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You want your audience to understand your message. I make sure that your message is clear. I make sure that it resonates. Every single time.
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EDUCATION + TRAINING
Master of Arts, Art History
Bachelor of Arts, Art History
The Poynter ACES Certificate in Editing
Graduate Diploma, TEFL Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Continuing Professional Development Workshops, Editing Techniques
Business Management and Entrepreneurship Certificate
Italian Language and Cultural Studies Certificate
Appraisal Techniques and Antiques Connoisseurship
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SHORT STORIES
Published in: The Maine Review, Short Edition, Sammiches & Psych Meds
Short story collection: Are We There Yet​​​​​
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PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
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