Editor planning and coordinating the revision of written material, reviewing proposals and drafts for publication while ensuring accuracy and readability
Experience
Editor
Where you worked
Month Year to Month Year
Read copy or proof to detect and correct errors in spelling, punctuation, and syntax
Verified facts, dates, and statistics using standard reference sources
Read, evaluated, and edited manuscripts submitted for publication, conferring with authors regarding changes
Developed story ideas considering reader appeal for various publications
Prepared, rewrote, and edited copy to improve readability, supervising others in this work
Oversaw publication production, including artwork, layout, and printing, ensuring adherence to deadlines
Wrote text such as stories, articles, and newsletters for publication
Skills
Checking & Planning
Editing written materials, Designing print publication layouts, Determining presentation content, Verifying data accuracy
Working With People
Discussing production progress, Conferencing with coworkers, Negotiating for services
Core Skills
Obtaining copyrights and permissions, Writing informational material, Managing broadcast content
Tools and software
Adobe Photoshop, Content management systems CMS, Hypertext markup language HTML, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office software, Microsoft Outlook