Jacquelin Taylor
Savannah,TN
Summary
Detail-oriented Book Editor with extensive experience overseeing the entire editing process, from manuscript selection to publication. Demonstrates a strong command of language and sound judgment in assessing content suitability while effectively managing multiple projects. Enhanced manuscript readability through refined narrative flow and meticulous grammatical corrections, all while cultivating positive author relationships and ensuring adherence to industry standards.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Book Editor
Mountain Girl Editing and Coaching
Savannah, TN
06.2019 - Current
- Proofread copy to detect and correct errors in spelling, punctuation and syntax.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Conferred with authors regarding changes in content, style or publication.
- Led authors through editing process by answering questions and providing constructive feedback.
- Edited book-length manuscripts for content, clarity, accuracy and consistency with publisher's standards.
- Edited manuscripts, articles, and web content for clarity, grammar, and style consistency.
- Read, evaluated and edited manuscripts or other materials submitted for publication.
- Collaborated with authors to ensure their work meets publication requirements.
- Verified facts, dates and statistics using standard reference sources.
- Provided guidance on structure, organization and development of manuscripts.
- Reviewed manuscripts to identify and correct errors in spelling, punctuation, grammar, syntax and formatting.
Co-Director
Global Aim Usa
Orange, CA
04.2015 - 11.2023
- Managed inventory and resources to ensure availability and cost-effectiveness.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external partners and vendors.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
- Supervised junior staff, providing guidance and professional development opportunities.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Education
Associate of Arts - English
Cerro Coso Community College
Ridgecrest, CA05-2021
Skills
- Copyright law
- Copy editing
- Style guide mastery
- Developmental editing
- Typography
- Spelling accuracy
- Vocabulary enhancement
- Structural editing
- Layout formatting
- Fact-checking
- Author relations
- Genre familiarity
- Line editing
- Proofreading
Affiliations
- reading
- gaming
- drawing
- crocheting
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Phi Theta Kappa National Honor Society Member
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Book Editor
Mountain Girl Editing and Coaching
06.2019 - Current
Co-Director
Global Aim Usa
04.2015 - 11.2023
Associate of Arts - English
Cerro Coso Community College