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Teryn Weinhandl

St. Paul,MN

Summary

Dynamic editorial professional with experience at Pegasus Books, excelling in copy editing and proofreading, predominantly of fiction manuscripts. Proven ability to enhance manuscript quality and foster strong client relationships. Additionally, I am skilled in content management and communication, and I am passionate about delivering exceptional results in every project.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Editorial Intern

Pegasus Books
Manhattan, NY
04.2025 - Current
  • Researched industry trends to support editorial decisions and content direction.
  • Reviewed proof copies for accuracy before final publication release.
  • Attended tutorial sessions on TI sheets, marketing strategies, and distribution sales hosted by Simon and Schuster and the Pegasus Books team.

Freelance Editor

Blue Cottage Agency
Brainerd, MN
01.2023 - Current
  • Partnered with the Blue Cottage Agency to assist writers in all phases of a manuscript by providing exceptional developmental and copy editing.
  • Managed clientele relationships by communicating openly and honestly, building a lasting partnership, and ensuring the return of projects.
  • Documented sales, payments, and timelines, ensuring accurate and easily accessible reports.

Editorial Intern

Ronald E. McNair Graduate Program
Eau Claire, WI
08.2023 - 01.2024
  • Provided comprehensive revision and proofreading support for personal statements, professional blogs, and application materials for scholars within the cohort.
  • Managed four publications a month on blogs and social media, keeping the tone and content in line with the author's and company's guidelines.
  • Contributed to editing multiple alumni's scholarship proposals, which resulted in their selection as recipients of the Fulbright and various Short Story scholarships.

Library Associate

Public Library Work
Various locations
01.2018 - 01.2024
  • Assisted Librarians in community outreach events while honing marketing and interpersonal skills, increasing community engagement.
  • Cultivated a welcoming environment for patrons, offering prompt and accurate assistance.
  • Demonstrated leadership by managing equipment cataloging, book restocking, and overseeing the main desk, earning the responsibility to take on larger projects as skills in multitasking grew.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Critical Studies in Literature

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI
12-2023

Semester Abroad -

University of Stirling
Stirling, Scotland
05.2023

Associates of Arts -

Central Lakes College
Brainerd, MN
01.2021

Skills

  • Adobe Acrobat
  • Copy editing
  • Proofreading
  • Communication
  • Organizational abilities
  • Content management
  • Social media management
  • Problem solving

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
American Sign Language
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Editorial Intern

Pegasus Books
04.2025 - Current

Editorial Intern

Ronald E. McNair Graduate Program
08.2023 - 01.2024

Freelance Editor

Blue Cottage Agency
01.2023 - Current

Library Associate

Public Library Work
01.2018 - 01.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Critical Studies in Literature

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire

Semester Abroad -

University of Stirling

Associates of Arts -

Central Lakes College

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