Jordan Lichtenheld
Raleigh
Summary
Versatile editor and theater professional with a strong background in copyediting, proofreading, and production management. Skilled in refining and enhancing written content for clarity and accuracy, with meticulous attention to detail to maintain consistency and coherence across all documents. Strong understanding of editorial standards and grammar rules leads to polished, professional outcomes. Brings strong dramaturgical and directing expertise to theater productions, collaborating with creative teams to uphold script authenticity and artistic vision.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Copy Editor
Wiley Publishing Solutions (formerly J&J Editorial)
04.2021 - Current
- Perform daily copyediting, proofreading, and podcast editing tasks assigned in accordance with client expectations (clients include Neurocritical Care Society, American College of Rheumatology, and Seismological Society of America) and deadlines
- Work autonomously on multiple copy editing and proofreading projects and meet established productivity goals (industry standard of 5 pages per hour)
- Team Lead for two projects; responsible for updating tracking sheet, assigning papers, training new team members, and corresponding with the client
Resident Dramaturg
Local Theater Company
09.2020 - Current
- Conduct research and other relevant administrative projects autonomously for the team
- Copy edit grant applications, emails, e-newsletters, press releases, etc.
- Read and review new play scripts submitted to the company
Production Dramaturg
Burning Coal Theatre Company
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Conduct intensive script analysis and research for a production and compile research into a packet to be shared among the actors and designers
- Collaborate and assist the director throughout the process of staging a production
- Ensure the integrity and authenticity of the script is maintained
Production Director
Burning Coal Theatre Company
05.2021 - 06.2021
- Oversee the process of staging a theatrical production, from interpretation to execution in the form of a live performance for audiences to watch
- Lead and collaborate with designers, actors, technicians, and Artistic Director to bring the vision of the play to life
- Rehearse with actors, providing them with blocking and notes, and meet with the technical team to discuss the technical aspects of the production (lights, sound, set, etc.)
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
University of Colorado Boulder
Boulder, Colorado12.2020
Skills
- Proofreading expertise
- Social media awareness
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Meticulous attention
- Time management
- Fact-checking accuracy
- Clarity enhancement
- Grammar proficiency
Timeline
Production Dramaturg
Burning Coal Theatre Company
01.2023 - 02.2023
Production Director
Burning Coal Theatre Company
05.2021 - 06.2021
Copy Editor
Wiley Publishing Solutions (formerly J&J Editorial)
04.2021 - Current
Resident Dramaturg
Local Theater Company
09.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
University of Colorado Boulder
Similar Profiles
Jessica FaisonJessica Faison
Senior Copy Editor at Wiley/J&J Editorial, LLCSenior Copy Editor at Wiley/J&J Editorial, LLC
Janet GilliesJanet Gillies
Account Manager at Wiley PublishingAccount Manager at Wiley Publishing
Haley BishopHaley Bishop
Owner at Bishop Editorial SolutionsOwner at Bishop Editorial Solutions
Genesis RobertsGenesis Roberts
Delivery Courier at Ni'Oble LLCDelivery Courier at Ni'Oble LLC
Olivia RobbinsOlivia Robbins
Shift Supervisor at StarbucksShift Supervisor at Starbucks