DILLON HOOD
Olathe
Summary
Experienced editor with 6 years in pitching, developing, and editing. Skilled at directing reports, design, and staff for cohesive and successful outcomes. Proven strengths in strategic planning and decision-making. Outstanding people skills to motivate diverse staff. Resourceful leader able to drive projects to completion with efficiency and precision.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
E-Text Editor
Arapahoe Community College
01.2019 - Current
- I edit software online, that read textbook to disabled and blind students.
- I downloaded textbooks, then uploaded them into a program.
- The program would transcribe some of the textbook.
- The job involved editing the software transcribed version against the online textbook.
- Some chapters took one hour to edit, while others took one week.
- Prepared, rewrote, and edited pieces to improve readability and impact.
- Conducted editorial meetings with staff members to collaborate and review proposed publication suggestions.
- Researched topics to create accurate and engaging content.
- Established and implemented workflows to streamline editing processes.
- Drove accuracy of content through careful proofreading and fact-checking.
Education
Master's - Emergency & Disaster Management
American Military University
05.2023
Skills
- Problem Solving
- Computer Skills
- Time Management
- Clear communication
- Subject matter expertise
- Technical writing
- Constructive feedback
- Collaborative mindset
- Editorial planning
- Fact-checking
- Story shaping
- Online content editing
- Research
Accomplishments
I have edited over 100 college textbooks, along with checking the work of my staff. I have an incredible attention to detail that I learned while I was in the U.S. Navy, and will carry with me the rest of my life.
Timeline
E-Text Editor
Arapahoe Community College
01.2019 - Current
Master's - Emergency & Disaster Management
American Military University
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