Alex Magness
Freelance Proofreader
Proof by Alex
When I was looking for a new career and looked back at my previous jobs,
all of them required high levels of detail, accuracy, and communication.
When I thought about my passions of reading, storytelling, and adventure
seeking, I wondered how to combine my passions with my work
experience. Proofreading was the answer. As a proofreader, I get to indulge
in my passions through reading other's work while also being able to fulfill
my need for detailed, intricate, and challenging work.
Qualifications
Experience
Training in three writing styles:
1.Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS)
2.American Psychological Association (APA)
3.MLA (an academic style guide by the
Modern Language Association of America)
Native US English speaker with over eight
years of Spanish education
Familiar with policy writing and
governmental/military acronyms
Proficient in Google Docs, Microsoft Word, and
iAnnotate
Secretary and Executive Board Member of
MOMS Club (June 2018 – present)
Keep a detailed and accurate record of what
was discussed at all meetings. I also am in
charge of the directory and club renewals
which requires twice-monthly updating and
oversight.
Program Eligibility Specialist for the Arkansas
Department of Human Services (May 2012 –
October 2014)
Interviewed applicants in English and
Spanish and determined whether or not
they were eligible for government services.
Required: an intricate knowledge of state
and federal policies, procedures, and
guidelines; kept detailed, accurate, and
complete documentation at every step;
ability to prepare, present, and review oral
and written information and reports; ability
to interview and provide technical
assistance.
Project Gutenberg Volunteer (August 2018 –
present )
Proofreading e-books which this website is
creating from out-of-print, noncopyrighted
books. They are then made available again
to the public via e-books for free.
Education and Training
Proofread Anywhere Ignite Plus Training
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology with minor in
Spanish from University of Arkansas, 2011
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Competitive Rates
