REVA BARENDSE
Sandton, 2191, South Africa, -,-, https://www.linkedin.com/in/revabarendse-78b1552/
SUMMARY
Detail-oriented Freelance Editor, Proofreader, and Copywriter with over 7
years of experience providing top-notch editorial services to clients in diverse
industries. Successfully edited and published numerous books on Amazon,
garnering 5-star reviews through strong client relationships. Proven ability in
transcription with a keen ear for diverse accents and precise adherence to
confidentiality standards. Eager to leverage expertise and meticulous attention
to detail to contribute effectively to a forward-thinking organization.
WORK EXPERIENCE
09/2016 – Present
Freelance Editor, Proofreader, and Copywriter,
Sandton, South Africa
Independent/Online Platforms
Deliver comprehensive editorial services to international clients across
various industries, including finance, humanitarian, education, and
publishing.
Edit and proofread high-stakes documents such as reports, manuals,
training materials, and manuscripts.
Prepare and finalize numerous books for publication on Amazon, focusing
on topics such as sustainable gardening, self-help, and culinary arts.
Enhance AI-generated content by improving coherence, style, and
engagement for readers.
Cultivate long-term client relationships, achieving top-rated status and
consistently receiving 5-star reviews.
03/2022 – Present
Transcription Specialist, International Market Research Sandton, South Africa
Company
Transcribe and review audio recordings with a commitment to accuracy,
confidentiality, and adherence to formatting standards.
Exhibit flexibility in adjusting to various accents and research formats,
ensuring rapid turnaround times.
Categorize and code marketing research interview data.
09/2016 – Present
Freelance Editor, Proofreader, and Copywriter, The
Proofreading Project
Sandton, South Africa
05/2000 – 11/2000
Varsity College
Project Management Diploma, Project Management
Sandton, South Africa
04/2006 – 02/2007
Project Management Institute (USA)
Project Management Professional
Certification
06/2013 – 05/2014
Teflink
TEFL/TESOL Diploma
SKILLS
Editing
EDUCATION
Philadelphia, United States of America
Sandton, South Africa
Proofreading
Copywriting
Formatting
MS Office Suite
Adobe Acrobat
AI-generated content refinement
Consistency
Preserving author's voice
Linguistic accuracy
Client communication
Confidentiality
Transcription
Document consistency
Google Docs
Project Management
Clarity
Flow
Precision
Reliability
Deadline management
Adaptability
LANGUAGES
English (Excellent English grammar,
vocabulary, and
comprehension.)
CERTIFICATES
Project Management Professional Certification
Project Management Institute (USA)
2007
Prince 2 Foundation
Teflink
2008
TEFL/TESOL Diploma
Teflink
2014
Project Management Diploma
Varsity College
2000
