Roxanne Donaghy
Clermont,FL
Summary
Detail-oriented and highly skilled Legal Proofreader with over 20 years of experience specializing in accuracy, clarity, and consistency in written content across various formats. Bilingual in English and Spanish, with a strong command of grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Adept at adhering to style guides such as APA, AP, and MLA while maintaining a keen eye for detail. Proficient in proofreading diverse documents, including transcripts, reports, articles, and business communications; excels in document management, data entry, and administrative support. Highly organized with excellent time management skills, consistently meeting tight deadlines without compromising quality. Passionate about delivering polished and professional content with precision and efficiency.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Proofreader
Private Individual
08.2025 - 09.2025
- Improved document accuracy by meticulously proofreading and editing various types of content.
- Checked and corrected grammatical and spelling errors in diverse documents.
- Collaborated with writers and editors to improve overall content clarity and readability.
Proofreader
Consultant
03.2017 - Current
- Reviewed and corrected written content for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and formatting errors.
- Ensured clarity, consistency, and adherence to style guides such as AP, Chicago, or MLA.
- Edited various documents, including reports, transcripts, articles, and business communications.
- Maintained strict confidentiality when handling sensitive documents.
- Provided constructive feedback to improve readability and overall content quality.
- Managed multiple projects with tight deadlines while maintaining high accuracy.
Legal Proofreader
Private Individual
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Reviewed and corrected grammatical errors in diverse documents to ensure clarity and consistency.
- Edited content for style adherence, enhancing readability and engagement across various formats.
Online English Tutor
Cambly
- Developed methods to teach independent study skills to help students excel academically.
- Prepared students for English language standardized testing by providing strategies to overcome test anxiety and enhance academic capabilities.
- Tutored students to develop deeper comprehension of English course materials and better understanding of assignments to improve academic success.
- Monitored student progress, recorded scores and provided learning support for students in English studies.
- Communicated grammar rules clearly in easiest forms without overwhelming student.
- Varied teaching methods for verbal language instruction by expressing and selecting specific vocabulary clearly.
- Established working relationships with students and provided positive role models for academic dedication.
- Identified problems with students by clearly and effectively addressing issues.
- Planned and organized lesson plans to meet changing deadlines and requirements.
- Interacted positively with individuals from different backgrounds, all levels of language experience and with variety of learning disabilities.
- Held meetings with parents and guardians each grading period to discuss students' progress and respond to concerns.
- Spearheaded group tutoring sessions to help students struggling in similar areas.
- Drilled students on subject matter and used flashcards and writing techniques to improve recall.
- Created special handouts, study guides and enrichment materials to boost student knowledge.
- Worked independently with meticulous attention to detail.
- Assessed student needs and created appropriate lesson plans.
- Utilized positive reinforcement to encourage and motivate students.
- Crafted effective reading and writing tutoring plans to address weaknesses and motivate students to build confidence and feel successful.
- Made lessons interesting and engaging using art and visual aids to bolster learning.
Copy Editor
Purdue University Masters Program
04.2021 - 10.2022
- Enhanced content quality by meticulously proofreading and editing various articles and documents.
- Streamlined the editorial process for improved efficiency and faster turnaround times.
- Collaborated with writers to refine their work, resulting in clearer communication of ideas.
- Implemented consistent style guidelines across all materials, establishing a strong brand identity.
- Reduced errors by diligently fact-checking information and sources in written materials.
- Maintained high standards of language usage by correcting grammar, punctuation, and syntax errors.
- Improved document organization through thoughtful restructuring and formatting adjustments.
- Enhanced writer skills by providing constructive feedback on submitted drafts.
- 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.
- Verified statistics and facts against internal and external sources.
Research Analyst
JC Penney Stores
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Improved data accuracy by conducting in-depth research and analysis on industry trends and market behavior.
- Enhanced decision-making processes for clients through the delivery of insightful reports and presentations.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing customized research solutions tailored to their unique business needs.
- Supported senior management in making informed decisions by delivering timely and accurate research findings.
- Optimized research methodologies through continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing overall process efficiency.
- Assisted in the development of successful marketing strategies by analyzing consumer behavior patterns and preferences.
- Evaluated project viability using risk assessment techniques, enabling more effective resource allocation decisions.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing research findings and recommendations for further action.
- Created and maintained database to store research data.
- Conducted in-depth qualitative and quantitative research to identify trends and generate insights.
Education
Master of Science - Homeland Security And Emergency Management
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN10 2022
Bachelor of Arts - Foreign Languages
The University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK1980
Skills
- Interpreting complex documents
- Galley sheets coordination
- Electronic document storage
- Galley sheets management
- Spelling expertise
- Editing and annotating
- Spelling mastery
- Fact-checking
Certification
Certificates From FEMA
- Certificate in An Introduction to The National Infrastructure Protecting Plan
- Certificate in Introduction to Hazard Mitigation
- An Introduction to the National Incident Management System
- Certificate in Improving Preparedness and Resilience through Public-Private Partnerships
- Certificate in Emergency Planning
- Certificate in Introduction to Incident Command System
Teaching Certificates
- Tesal Certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Proofreader
Private Individual
08.2025 - 09.2025
Legal Proofreader
Private Individual
01.2024 - 06.2024
Research Analyst
JC Penney Stores
08.2021 - 05.2022
Copy Editor
Purdue University Masters Program
04.2021 - 10.2022
Proofreader
Consultant
03.2017 - Current
Online English Tutor
Cambly
Bachelor of Arts - Foreign Languages
The University of Oklahoma
Master of Science - Homeland Security And Emergency Management
Purdue University
Work History
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