Maira Torres

Maira Torres Proofreading and copyediting services-Summary Trained proofreader and copyeditor with excellent spelling, grammar, and punctuation skills. Has a great eye for detail and makes sure the content is clear, readable, and consistent. Great communication skills working with the client to make sure everything is done correctly. Works to preserve the client’s style and tone of writing. Always makes sure the client’s brand and message is kept. The goal is never to change the content just enhance it so that it may be clear to others. Core qualifications Excellent spelling, grammar, and punctuation skills Formatting Research and fact-checking skills Knowledgeable in Chicago Manual of Style Knowledgeable in AP Stylebook Follow in house style guide Create style guides Microsoft Word with track changes Google Docs with suggestion mode Adobe for PDF documents Ability to work independently Great communication skills Time management skills Problem solving and resourcefulness Experience March 2019-Present Volunteer Proofreader, Distributed Proofreaders Proofread public domain books that are no longer in print Convert public domain books into e-books Follow a very specific and strict company style guide Education General Proofreading Theory and Practice, Proofread Anywhere by Caitlyn Pyle Certificate High-Level Proofreading Pro, Art of Proofreading by Phon Baillie Certificate