Adrianne Velasco
Educational Writer-For-Hire
Fremont,USA
Summary
Writer-for-hire focused on fostering a love of reading in children by creating stories that inspire as well as inform. I relish the challenge of presenting factual information in fun, fresh, and accessible content. I have a Master’s in English and experience as a writer, editor, proofreader, and ESL teacher.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Writer-for-Hire
Freelance
Fremont, CA
11.2023 - Current
Freelance Proofreader/ Americanization
What on Earth Books/Nobrow Flying Eye Press
, UK
11.2020 - Current
Recruiting Coordinator
Google/Nelson Staffing Onsite
Austin, TX
11.2014 - 04.2016
Freelance Proofreader
Skyhorse Publishing
New York, NY
01.2012 - 11.2014
Book Editor
Brighton Publishing
Chandler, AZ
08.2012 - 09.2014
English Instructor
French Embassy
, France
01.2010 - 01.2011
Education
Master of Arts - English
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ01.2013
Bachelor of Arts - French
Arizona State University
Phoenix, AZ01.2006
Skills
- Content creation and development
- Editing and proofreading
- Research and fact-checking
- Client communication and collaboration
- Adaptability to feedback
Publications
Jump! Books/ Pogo Imprint - August 2025
- Let's Read Maps! Historical Maps
- Let's Read Maps! Reference Maps
- Let's Read Maps! Thematic Maps
- Let's Read Maps! Road Maps and GPS
- Let's Read Maps! Physical Maps
- Let's Read Maps! Political Maps
Languages
Native English
Proficient in French and Spanish
Volunteer Experience
- Palo Alto Art Center Foundation, 2018, 2019, Arts and Crafts
- San Mateo County Historical Association, 2018, Children's Arts and Crafts
Timeline
Writer-for-Hire
Freelance
11.2023 - Current
Freelance Proofreader/ Americanization
What on Earth Books/Nobrow Flying Eye Press
11.2020 - Current
Recruiting Coordinator
Google/Nelson Staffing Onsite
11.2014 - 04.2016
Book Editor
Brighton Publishing
08.2012 - 09.2014
Freelance Proofreader
Skyhorse Publishing
01.2012 - 11.2014
English Instructor
French Embassy
01.2010 - 01.2011
Master of Arts - English
Northern Arizona University
Bachelor of Arts - French
Arizona State University
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