Elisabeth Deiwert
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Organized Senior Editor with eleven years of experience in the publishing industry. Trained in leadership and offering a meticulous eye for proofreading details. Innovative problem-solver with approachable attitude and insightful critical thinking abilities.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Editor
Author Solutions
11.2021 - Current
- Prepared, rewrote, and edited pieces to improve readability and impact.
- Determined readiness of written pieces, made changes, and approved final versions for publication.
- Reviewed articles for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, accuracy, and compliance with quality standards.
Editorial Coordinator
Author Solutions/ Penguin Random House
04.2017 - 11.2021
- Proofread, edited and evaluated final copy to verify content aligned with established guidelines.
- Edited and reviewed content for grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Edited and revised wide array of content for accuracy, clarity and consistency.
- Suggested improvements to content to enhance quality and accuracy.
- Collaborated with writers, designers and other editors to deliver content of highest quality.
- Provided concise and constructive editorial feedback to writers to improve article and story writing.
- Utilized SEO techniques to optimize content for search engine rankings.
Editorial Consultant
Author Solutions/ Penguin Random House
05.2014 - 03.2017
- Liaised with customers, management, and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
- Managed multiple deadlines across several businesses to meet dynamic needs of multiple clients.
- Edited and reviewed content for grammar, spelling and punctuation.
Publishing Consultant
Balboa Press, A Division Of Hay House Publishing
04.2012 - 04.2014
- Delivered outstanding service to clients to maintain and extend relationship for future business opportunities.
- Onboarded and managed new client accounts to boost retention rates.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
Store Manager
Bath And Body Works
09.2009 - 03.2012
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
Store Manager
Pier 1 Imports
06.2006 - 08.2009
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
Indiana University
Bloomington, IN2006
Skills
- Writing Style Expert
- Keen Eye for Detail
- Maintaining Standards
- Syntax Linguistic Skills
- Delegating Assignments
- Mastery of English Grammar
- Copyediting Expertise
- Microsoft Office
- Spelling, Punctuation and Syntax
- Structural Editing
- Publishing
- Spelling Mastery
- Error Spotting
- Audience Insights
- Photography Editing
- Content Planning
- Creating Page Layouts
- Assigning Stories
- Develop Story Ideas
- Impeccable Grasp of Grammar
- Writer Voice Understanding
- Editorial Processes
- Text Writing
- Proofreading Submissions
- Style Guides
- Story Line Research
- Proof Review and Approval
- SEO Understanding
- Editing Team Supervision
- Interviewing Skills
- Freelancer Coordination
- Persuasive Expression
- Originality and Creativity
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Anyone who keeps the ability to see beauty in every age of life really never grows old.
Franz Kafka
Timeline
Senior Editor
Author Solutions
11.2021 - Current
Editorial Coordinator
Author Solutions/ Penguin Random House
04.2017 - 11.2021
Editorial Consultant
Author Solutions/ Penguin Random House
05.2014 - 03.2017
Publishing Consultant
Balboa Press, A Division Of Hay House Publishing
04.2012 - 04.2014
Store Manager
Bath And Body Works
09.2009 - 03.2012
Store Manager
Pier 1 Imports
06.2006 - 08.2009
Bachelor of Arts - English
Indiana University
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