Debbie Taylor

Debbie Taylor Holloway Avenue, Ikeja, Lagos.- PERSONAL SUMMARY A dependable and collaborative team player with a proven ability to write edit and proofread various material and written content. I posess impeccable grammar, strong editing skills and a long track record of proof-reading technical, promotional, and advertising articles that make readers stop and think. Presently looking for an editing/ proof-reading position with an employer that offers a dynamic environment, excellent growth opportunities and competitive earnings. CAREER HISTORY FREE LANCE WRITER – January 2010 – PRESENT Commissioned by publishers or agents to edit and proofread articles for their publication. Also responsible for developing content for a range of communications channels, including intranet, email, newsletters, blogs, video scripts, and podcasts. As well as being responsible for all other duties as assigned by editors and senior management. Duties: Editing articles for websites, newspapers and magazines. Researching factual information. Completing assignments for a complete story, play, or e-book. Performing quality assurance testing on written articles. Modifying copy until clients and editors are satisfied. Ensuring legal and regulatory accuracy and compliance, by liaising with relevant and appropriate legal departments. Making sure that any written content is truthful and complies with advertising codes of practice. Creating work schedules. Editing written assignments for electronic media. Contributing articles to social media outlets. Contacting sources for information or possible stories. Writing up presentations. Adhering to editorial style guidelines. Reporting findings in an accurate manner. Producing and editing a wide range of clear and effective sales collateral. Having strategy meetings with editors. Attending press events. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Writing abilities: Strong command of the English language. Can write both fiction and factual articles. Having extensive literary skills to develop interesting themes and storylines. Ability to work to tight deadlines. Excellent word-processing skills. Can appropriately obtain and utilize reference material. Re-writing and revising work. Meeting and negotiating with publishers and agents about literary work and their requirements. Skilled in writing for websites and blogs. Liaising with printers, artists and designers to confirm page, picture or illustration should look. Experienced technical author. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines. Knowledge of corporate communication. Can write information materials for both internal and external use by Able to work alone or as part of a team. PERSONAL Hard working with a mature outlook. Can work effectively under pressure. Ability to plan, organizes, prioritize, and work independently. Can adapt writing style to meet the needs of clients. Ability to both follow direction and take responsibility for assigned tasks. KEY COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS Copy editing Proof-reading Time Management Innovative Detail orientated Sales promotional material Proficiency in MS Office REFERENCES - Available on request.