Suanne La Rose
Port Orange,USA
Summary
Detail-oriented proofreader with extensive experience in the medical devices and advertising industries, specializing in the meticulous review of critical documents. Expertise includes identifying errors and ensuring accuracy across various materials, including product labels, instructions for use, patient leaflets, user manuals, technical documents, and published content. Committed to helping businesses present work with confidence while ensuring compliance and facilitating successful outcomes. Proven ability to enhance clarity and precision in communication, contributing to overall project success.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Document Control Specialist
Real Staffing / Robotics & Design – Ethicon
11.2024 - Current
- Document Lifecycle Control: End to end Management of Document Lifecycle including creation, revision, review, approval, and archiving through the Agile application.
- Ensuring documents adhere to regulatory quality, compliance, legal, and organizational standards.
- Compliance reviewing of Engineering Study Reports and documentation on behalf of the engineers.
Proofreader/QA Specialist
Dunn & Co.
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Proof print material, videos and marketing documentation for rebrand of Baxter Healthcare to Vantive, using Global Vision application verification.
- Align material to client style guidelines and ensure that all communications adhere to AP Style
- Proofing all marketing materials (videos, website, brochures) for Baxter Healthcare.
- Proof digital material for Tampa Bay Lightning Bolts, Perkins Restaurant & Bakery and Monin Gourmet Flavorings.
- Checked and corrected grammatical and spelling errors in diverse documents.
Primary Proofreader
DePuy, Johnson & Johnson
06.2018 - 07.2024
- Manage proofreading team, assignments, and project timelines.
- Proofread product materials using PLM systems.
- Streamline proofreading processes for better communication.
- Ensure compliance with labeling standards and regulations.
- Provide guidance on regulatory requirements.
- Assist in creating redline templates.
- Offer expertise in project execution and audits.
- Train new team members and track proofreading metrics.
- Projects: EU MDR, Brexit, UAKC, UDI, Rebranding, NPD.
- Tools: DocuProof, QuickBase, Windchill, Adobe, Microsoft.
- Site Communication Lead
- Labeling CREDO and Culture Committee Lead and Team Member
- Improved document accuracy by meticulously proofreading and editing various types of content.
- Publication of internal monthly and quarterly newsletters
- Training: FFX (Flawless Project Execution), Energy for Performance Leadership
Freelance Copy Editor
Feld Entertainment
10.2017 - 05.2018
- Worked on Sesame Street Live, Disney On Ice, Marvel Universe Live and Monster Jam brands.
- Deliver print and broadcast materials in a time-sensitive environment using a Workflow system.
- Ensure that all communications adhere to AP Style.
- Review art choices and layouts provided by internal graphic artist/production team for print and web.
- Review templates and written broadcast spots provided by internal broadcast coordinating team.
- Proof checking against a manuscript in different languages – English, Spanish and French.
Prior Proofreading Experience
MetropolitanRepublic, South Africa
04.2009 - 05.2017
- Head of Proofreading, MetropolitanRepublic, South Africa Freelance
- Proofreader, DDB, South Africa
- Head of Proofreading, Ogilvy, South Africa
- Head of Proofreading, FCB, South Africa
- Worked on all four of the major South African telecommunications companies – Vodacom, MTN South Africa, MTN Global, Telkom, and Cell C by working as a proofreader with integrated communications agencies.
- Proofreading and fact-checking all print and digital work done by all agencies.
- Ensuring compliance of the South African Advertising Standards Association (ASA) and Consumer Protection (CPA) guidelines.
- Liaising with the Legal Department on adhering to codes and guidelines.
- Managing a team of proofreaders and Optimized workflow efficiency by effectively prioritizing tasks during high-volume periods or staffing challenges.
- Assisting the copywriting department with writing headlines and research on products.
- Proof-checking against a manuscript in different languages – English, Afrikaans, Sotho, Zulu, and French.
- Managing compliance with the agency style guide.
Store Manager
Retail
01.2003 - 01.2009
- Store Manager - Studio Blue
- Store Manager - CoCo Republic Home Furnishings (Pretoria, South Africa)
- Visual Merchandiser - American Home Furnishings (Tucson, AZ)
Education
Associates in Applied Science - Interior Design
Century College
White Bear Lake, MN05.2003
Skills
- Proofreading and editing medical device materials
- Ability to work under high-pressure situations and meet tight deadlines
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Effective team leadership
- Proficient in team dynamics
- Quick learner, adept at identifying differences and nuances in content
- Knowledge of industry standards
- Familiarity with proofreading software(s), graphic design tools, content management and document control systems
- Methodical and focused approach to proofreading, enabling utmost accuracy in repetitive tasks across projects and document types
Timeline
Document Control Specialist
Real Staffing / Robotics & Design – Ethicon
11.2024 - Current
Proofreader/QA Specialist
Dunn & Co.
08.2024 - 11.2024
Primary Proofreader
DePuy, Johnson & Johnson
06.2018 - 07.2024
Freelance Copy Editor
Feld Entertainment
10.2017 - 05.2018
Prior Proofreading Experience
MetropolitanRepublic, South Africa
04.2009 - 05.2017
Store Manager
Retail
01.2003 - 01.2009
Associates in Applied Science - Interior Design
Century College
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