Mary Roach is an accomplished science writer known for her humorous and engaging style, which has made complex scientific concepts accessible to a broad audience. Her best-selling books, including "Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers," "Gulp: Adventures on the Alimentary Canal," and "Grunt: The Curious Science of Humans at War," have been praised for their ability to blend science with storytelling in a way that is both informative and entertaining. Roach's work has contributed significantly to the popularization of science and has helped to make it more accessible and engaging to people from all walks of life. Her numerous awards, including the Ig Nobel Prize, and her appearances in prestigious publications such as The New York Times and Time magazine, are a testament to her exceptional writing skills and her impact on the field of science communication.
Work history
Freelance Copy Editor
San Francisco Zoological Society
San Francisco, California
Meticulously marked up and corrected grammatical, punctuation and spelling errors for faultless results.
Created email marketing copy using promotional language designed to motivate purchases.
Handled lifecycle proofing processes accurately and seamlessly, from writer submission to timely publication.
Trained new writers and editors on content creation processes, maintaining copy quality.
Maintained excellent legal knowledge and cross-checked copy against copyright laws and regulations.
Brainstormed topics and issues to come up with fresh and creative ideas.
Edited content to reflect correct tone, voice or structure.
Assembled and updated style guides with new policies and fact-checking guidelines.
Ordered page layouts to include written content, photos or advertisements.
Collaborated with co-workers to deliver quality projects on time.
Checked copy for adherence to company guidelines, maintaining house style across written pieces.
Feature article and essay Author
Vogue, New York Times Magazine, Wired, and more.
San Francisco, California
Organised material to research and complete writing tasks.
Proofread documents for proper grammar, spelling and capitalisation.
Composed pieces using appropriate voice tones and word choice.
Interviewed individuals for human nature stories for weekly newspaper column.
Researched, planned and produced in-depth content to capture consumer attention.
Marketed services through social media platforms and advertising services.
Wrote and proofread blog and social media posts, website copy and articles.
Discussed projects and completed assignments by utilising email and telephone communication.
Maintained consistent work hours to provide responsive service to clients.
Conducted research on assigned topics, generating comprehensive, factual content.
Researched and wrote technical articles on National Geographic for various publications.
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San Francisco, California
Conducted research on assigned topics, generating comprehensive, factual content.
Organised material to research and complete writing tasks.
Written numerous Non-Fiction books about science that have been best sellers.