Timothy Repasky-repaskyproofreading.com
Background
I’m a native English speaker from the United States, providing proofreading and copyediting
services to writers. I primarily focus on helping independent authors who are self-publishing
fiction, but I also freelance regularly for several companies.
Skills
Proofreading; copyediting; extensive knowledge of grammar and punctuation; experience with
the Chicago Manual of Style; familiarity with Microsoft Office, Google docs, and PDF annotators
Professional Experience
In addition to the list below, I do a large amount of freelance editing on my own. I have the most
experience in editing fiction novels and short stories, primarily in the fantasy genre. For a more
comprehensive list, I encourage you to check out the portfolio page on my website listed above.
• Kirkus Media – Freelance Copyeditor – June 2021-present – I copyedit both short stories
and nonfiction projects, strictly adhering to the Chicago Manual of Style.
• Felony & Mayhem Press – Freelance Proofreader – Fall 2022-present – I proofread
vintage titles being re-published.
• DartFrog Books – Freelance Proofreader – 2023-present – I proofread a variety of
projects, following the Chicago Manual of Style.
• Choice of Games – Freelance Continuity Editor – December 2021-present – I provide
continuity editing for Choice of Games, a company making multiple-choice text games.
• From Gamers Magazine – Copyeditor - – I was the copyeditor of the now
defunct From Gamers Magazine, a crowdfunded print magazine about video games. I
worked on all three issues showcasing writing from numerous individuals.
• The Loading Screen – Copyeditor – 2023 – I was the copyeditor of a tri-weekly
newsletter focusing on bringing the latest video game news to readers’ inboxes.
• Celtic Nations Magazine – Copyeditor - – I edited articles, ensuring they
were ready to publish.
Education
Rend Lake College – A. A. and A. S.
Purdue University – B. A. English
Other Certificates
Certificate in General Proofreading from Caitlyn Pyle’s Proofread Anywhere online course
