Cheryl L. Beacham--
www.beachamproofreading.com
Professional Summary
As a freelance proofreader, I am looking for an opportunity to help authors create print-ready writing. I will do this by
checking for overlooked spelling, punctuation, grammar, and formatting errors. I hope to foster respectful, collaborative
relationships with my clients that are long lasting.
Qualifications
Keen understanding of The Chicago Manual of Style and The Associated Press Stylebook; flexible in using another style guide
as directed
Excellent organizational skills and self-discipline for remote work
Exceptional sense of time management
Flexibility in working with various schedules and deadlines
Strong attention to detail
Collaborative communication skills
Ability to ensure a business looks professional and trustworthy to their customers by adhering to rigorous standards in
their writing so they maintain seemingly effortless brand appeal
Ability to understand the importance of learning about a company’s goals and audience
Skills and Accomplishments
Capable of implementing basic Adobe Acrobat DC functions to edit documents
Proficient in implementing MS Word tracking feature to edit documents
Skilled at implementing iAnnotate to also edit PDF written works
Collaborated with the Business Administrator of the Presbyterian Church of Deep Run to produce the church’s
monthly newsletter, removing grammar, punctuation, spelling, and formatting errors
Delivered a proofread annual inspection report from The Vertex Companies, Inc. that was submitted to the
Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection
Degrees and Certifications
2022
Proofread Anywhere
General Proofreading: Theory & Practice Credential-
Arcadia University
Glenside, Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood/ Elementary Education, cum laude
Professional Experience
June 2022-present
Beacham Proofreading LLC (self-employed)
Perkasie, PA
Freelance Proofreader
Establish a cooperative and professional relationship with each client
Closely examine written text for overlooked errors
Use The Chicago Manual of Style, The Associated Press Stylebook, or other style guides upon request to proofread printed
work
Make any corrections on a Word or PDF document
