Open To Work
Jonathan Hiatt
Proofreader
West St. Paul,MN
Summary
Detail-oriented proofreader with extensive experience in editorial processes and project management. A track record of improving manuscript quality and reader engagement, utilizing expertise in copyediting and digital tools like WordPress and Adobe Creative Suite. Dedicated to enhancing content accuracy and quality control in fast-paced publishing environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Development
Career Break
St. Paul
01.2025 - 03.2026
- Completed CPD-accredited proofreading, editing, and copywriting courses, enhancing editorial precision and accuracy.
- Set and tracked weekly goals to ensure consistent project delivery and facilitate skills progression.
- Developed and maintained a personal WordPress site to showcase writing samples and advance web development skills.
Managing Editor, Business Manager & Editorial Review Board Member
Haute Dish Arts & Literary Magazine
St. Paul
01.2017 - 12.2024
- Managed editorial workflows, including content acquisition, proofreading, layout, and budgeting to ensure timely delivery of publications.
- Achieved 40% growth in readership and submissions through targeted recruitment and press outreach efforts.
- Led student editorial team in selecting content and scheduling publications to enhance overall publication quality.
Assistant Editor
Oleb Books
Minneapolis
11.2021 - 06.2022
- Conducted structural and copy-edit reviews, improving manuscript coherence and reader engagement.
- Coordinated peer review panels to identify structural issues early, resulting in faster revision cycles and improved manuscript quality.
- Edited poetry and short story submissions to enhance clarity and narrative flow, improving overall reader experience.
- Performed line-level quality checks on proofs to uphold editorial standards, ensuring high-quality publications.
Administrative Assistant
Robert Half & Capstone Publishing
Bloomington
06.2021 - 11.2021
- Managed royalty verification processes, addressing discrepancies with stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely payouts.
- Facilitated meetings between editors, rights managers, and finance, resolving disputes efficiently to maintain workflow continuity.
- Maintained precise contract records and version histories to support compliance reviews and legal audits.
- Migrated and created legal contracts in publishing database, streamlining contract management and supporting operational efficiency.
- Calculated royalties and protected intellectual property through effective anti-piracy initiatives.
- Audited publishing records to identify metadata gaps, implementing corrective procedures for reliable asset tracking.
Contributing Writer
The Metropolitan Student Newspaper
St. Paul
10.2017 - 03.2021
- Pitched and produced feature pieces introducing new story formats, diversifying publication's content mix and enriching reader engagement.
- Authored opinion columns on various topics, enhancing readership with well-researched, thought-provoking content.
- Conducted targeted research and source verification to bolster article credibility, minimizing factual inconsistencies and upholding editorial standards.
- Edited and proofread submissions for clarity and style, eliminating errors and maintaining the newspaper's professional voice across sections.
Education
Certificate - Proofreading
Knowadays
London, UK01-2026
Certificate - Social Media Marketing
HubSpot Academy
01-2023
Certificate - Line Editing
Edit Republic
Toronto, ON, Canada01-2022
Certificate - Proofreading
Edit Republic
Toronto, ON, Canada01-2021
Bachelor of Arts - English
Metropolitan State University
St. Paul, MN12-2020
Skills
- SEO analysis
- Content optimization
- Writing and editing skills
- Social media strategy
- WordPress management
- Adobe creative design
- Microsoft Office applications
- Project oversight
Websites
Career Break
01/01/25, 03/31/26, Completed CPD-accredited proofreading, editing, and copywriting courses, reducing personal error rates and improving editorial accuracy. Set and tracked measurable weekly goals to sustain consistent project delivery and steady skills progression. Built and maintained a personal WordPress site to develop web development skills and publish writing samples.
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Part TimeContract WorkGig WorkFull TimeLocation Preference
RemoteHybridSalary Range
$45000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Personal Development
Career Break
01.2025 - 03.2026
Assistant Editor
Oleb Books
11.2021 - 06.2022
Administrative Assistant
Robert Half & Capstone Publishing
06.2021 - 11.2021
Contributing Writer
The Metropolitan Student Newspaper
10.2017 - 03.2021
Managing Editor, Business Manager & Editorial Review Board Member
Haute Dish Arts & Literary Magazine
01.2017 - 12.2024
Certificate - Proofreading
Knowadays
Certificate - Social Media Marketing
HubSpot Academy
Certificate - Line Editing
Edit Republic
Certificate - Proofreading
Edit Republic
Bachelor of Arts - English
Metropolitan State University