Lauri Jacobs
Wynnewood,PA
Summary
Meticulous Copy Editor with 10+ years of experience. Possess detailed understanding of grammatical, style and syntax considerations for diverse publication styles. Deadline-driven writer and editor with collaborative approach to project completion and time management. Flexible project manager with creativity in juggling numerous projects at once to satisfy rigorous content demand.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Copy Editor
Self-employed
01.2017 - Current
- Reviewed and edited content for correct grammar and style.
- Produced clear, concise and accurate content to reflect tone and level of authority appropriate to content.
- Recommended copy edits based on knowledge of target audience and internal and external style guides.
- Created headlines, subheads and photo captions for local and national news stories.
- Compiled lists of common usage and style errors to reduce number of mistakes and improve consistency in style.
- Proofread, edited and evaluated final copy to verify content aligned with established guidelines.
- Edited and reviewed content for grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Suggested improvements to content to enhance quality and accuracy.
- Wrote and created content for various topics and mediums.
Adjunct Psychology Professor
Montgomery County Community College
09.2011 - 05.2017
- Taught classes in Interpersonal Communication, Introduction to Psychology, and Child Development
News Writer
KYW-TV
11.1999 - 04.2002
- Wrote news for 6 PM and 11 PM broadcasts
News Writer
Lenfest Communications
03.1992 - 10.1999
- Wrote, edited, and voiced local news content for start up cable TV venture.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Rosemont College
Bryn Mawr, PA05.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA12.1979
Skills
- News Stories
- Problem Identification
- Editing Articles
- Content Editing
- Line Editing
- Event and Story Coverage
- Active Listening
- Spelling, Punctuation and Syntax
- Text Writing
- Grammatical Skills
- Error Correction
- Associated Press Stylebook
- Chicago Manual of Style
- Communications and Media
Accomplishments
- Wrote and produced two original plays
- Edited various works of fiction and plays by local authors
- Composed dramaturgy for local director
- Edited scholarly papers while working as a psychology professor
- Extensive knowledge of AP, MLA, Chicago, and APA styles of writing
- Wrote, edited, and voiced broadcast news for 10+ years
Timeline
Freelance Copy Editor
Self-employed
01.2017 - Current
Adjunct Psychology Professor
Montgomery County Community College
09.2011 - 05.2017
News Writer
KYW-TV
11.1999 - 04.2002
News Writer
Lenfest Communications
03.1992 - 10.1999
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Rosemont College
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Temple University
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