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Cardiovascular and atherosclerosis research study

Copy editing and proofreading of a research study covering cardiovascular disease and atherosclerosis lesions.

Information on various types of copy editing and proofreading projects.

Brief description

Copy editing and proofreading of a research study covering cardiovascular disease and atherosclerosis lesions.


Approximate length of content edited

5,000 - 10,000 words.

Notes on copy editing and proofreading this content

  • Copy editing and proofreading of various research papers on cardiovascular disease and atherosclerosis lesions in the presence of specific drugs.

  • This was a clinical research study of the effects of a new drug on plaque in patients with heart disease.





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Teaching cover letter and personal statement

Copy editing and proofreading of a personal statement and cover letter for a professorship.

Information on various types of copy editing and proofreading projects.

Brief description

Copy editing and proofreading of a personal statement and cover letter for a professorship.


Approximate length of content edited

3,000 - 5,000 words.

Notes on copy editing and proofreading this content

  • Various editing and proofreading of letters and content related to professorships, philosophies of teaching, awards applications, research, grants awarded, and ability to relate to students.

  • Providing advice on what to keep and what to delete in personal statements.



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Water source and planning reports

Copy editing and proofreading of a scientific review of water provision for energy plants.

Information on various types of copy editing and proofreading projects.

Brief description

Copy editing and proofreading of a scientific review of water provision for energy plants.


Approximate length of content edited

5,000 - 10,000 words.

Notes on copy editing and proofreading this content

  • Editing and proofreading of a report on hydro-geology and water provision.

  • Included geology, research, and chemistry.



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Brain development in children training materials

Copy editing and proofreading of presentations and training modules on brain development in the young.

Information on various types of copy editing and proofreading projects.

Brief description

Copy editing and proofreading of presentations and training modules on brain development in the young.


Approximate length of content edited

10,000 words or more.

Notes on copy editing and proofreading this content

  • Copy editing and proofreading of multiple training modules on child development and brain function.

  • Included advanced training on nutrition including studies, research, tests, and development in relation to food and nutrition.





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Drug study marketing reports

Copy editing and proofreading of presentations, slide decks, and reports on drug studies and trials.

Information on various types of copy editing and proofreading projects.

Brief description

Copy editing and proofreading of presentations, slide decks, and reports on drug studies and trials.


Approximate length of content edited

10,000 words or more.

Notes on copy editing and proofreading this content

  • Editing and proofreading of drug pre-launch studies for various countries.

  • Included checking for consistency across several slide decks.





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Real estate marketing materials

Copy editing and proofreading of all promotional, marketing, and related materials for a real estate business.

Information on various types of copy editing and proofreading projects.

Brief description

Copy editing and proofreading of all promotional, marketing, and related materials for a real estate business.


Approximate length of content edited

10,000 words or more.

Notes on copy editing and proofreading this content

  • Copy editing and proofreading of all real estate marketing literature including housing descriptions, marketing, internal memos, emails, direct mailings, contracts, T&Cs, postcards, website, and letters.

  • Included working with their style guide and improving tone of voice to connect with high-end clients.





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Creole art, history, and culture online magazine articles

Copy editing and proofreading of magazine articles on Creole art, history, and culture.

Information on various types of copy editing and proofreading projects.

Brief description

Copy editing and proofreading of online magazine articles on Creole art, history, and culture.


Approximate length of content edited

10,000 words or more.

Notes on copy editing and proofreading this content

  • Proofreading of articles about Creoles around the world.

  • Editing for a more cohesive, journalistic feel to very personal articles.



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Career, apprenticeship, and employment reports

Copy editing and proofreading of reports to do with education, career development, and employment.

Information on various types of copy editing and proofreading projects.

Brief description

Copy editing and proofreading of reports to do with education, career development, and employment.


Approximate length of content edited

10,000 words or more.

Notes on copy editing and proofreading this content

  • Copy edited and proofread over 100 pieces over three years.

  • Worked on meeting notes, memos, opinion pieces, and debate minutes.

  • Editing was for a provider of employment and learning practices.

  • Dealt with content on education, apprenticeships, employment, and ministerial debate.





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Local interest, health, and fitness online magazine articles

Copy editing and proofreading of fitness, health, and personal interest articles for an online magazine.

Information on various types of copy editing and proofreading projects.

Brief description

Copy editing and proofreading of fitness, health, and personal interest articles for an online magazine.


Approximate length of content edited

10,000 words or more.

Notes on copy editing and proofreading this content

  • Copy editing of articles on fitness, health, and personal interest.

  • Included advice on journalism and research.



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Retail policies and procedures manual

Copy editing and proofreading of a staff manual on policies and procedures for a specialist retailer.

Information on various types of copy editing and proofreading projects.

Brief description

Copy editing and proofreading of a staff manual on policies and procedures for a specialist retailer.


Approximate length of content edited

10,000 words or more.

Notes on copy editing and proofreading this content

  • Edited and proofread the staff manual for a high-end retailer.

  • Consolidated work from multiple authors and ensured consistency throughout.

  • The manual covered topics including security, maintenance, customer service, HR, and operations.

  • Followed the retailer’s branding and style guide.





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Drug trial clinical pamphlets

Copy editing and proofreading of easy-to-understand booklets on drug trials for young people and their families.

Information on various types of copy editing and proofreading projects.

Brief description

Copy editing and proofreading of easy-to-understand booklets on drug trials for young people and their families.


Approximate length of content edited

3,000 - 5,000 words.

Notes on copy editing and proofreading this content

  • Editing, proofreading, and simplifying of drug trial pamphlets for young patients and their families.

  • Localized content for UK and US audiences.





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Insurance industry magazine articles

Copy editing and proofreading of magazine articles contributed by an insurance industry consulting company.

Information on various types of copy editing and proofreading projects.

Brief description

Copy editing and proofreading of magazine articles contributed by an insurance industry consulting company.


Approximate length of content edited

3,000 - 5,000 words.

Notes on copy editing and proofreading this content

  • Copy edited and proofread magazine articles for the insurance industry.

  • Advised on editing published content to be appropriate for a specific audience.

  • Included creating and writing to a style guide.





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Insurance industry research and reports

Copy editing and proofreading of various research and reports for an insurance industry consulting company.

Information on various types of copy editing and proofreading projects.

Brief description

Copy editing and proofreading of various research and reports for an insurance industry consulting company.


Approximate length of content edited

Over 10,000 words.

Notes on copy editing and proofreading this content

  • Copy edited and proofread various pieces of research on the insurance industry.

  • Advised on editing reports to be appropriate for a specific audience.

  • Included creating and writing to a style guide.





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Insurance industry press releases

Copy editing and proofreading of press releases for an insurance industry consulting company.

Information on various types of copy editing and proofreading projects.

Brief description

Copy editing and proofreading of press releases for an insurance industry consulting company.


Approximate length of content edited

Fewer than 1,000 words.

Notes on copy editing and proofreading this content

  • Copy edited and proofread multiple press releases.

  • Client provides research and support for insurers and brokers.

  • Advised on editing content to be appropriate for a specific audience.

  • Included creating and writing to a style guide.





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Medico-legal neurological reports

Copy editing and proofreading of over 300 medical and legal reports for a consultant neurologist.

Information on various types of copy editing and proofreading projects.

Brief description

Copy editing and proofreading of over 300 medical and legal reports for a consultant neurologist.


Approximate length of content edited

10,000 words or more.

Notes on copy editing and proofreading this content

  • Copy edited and proofread over 300 medical and legal reports over the last five years.

  • Reports covered areas like neurological conditions and injuries.

  • Included causation, personal injury, and court-required reports from a neurologist.





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Special needs education prospectus and newsletters

Copy editing and proofreading of various content for a special needs school including their prospectus and newsletters.

Information on various types of copy editing and proofreading projects.

Brief description

Copy editing and proofreading of various content for a special needs school including their prospectus and newsletters.


Approximate length of content edited

10,000 words or more.

Notes on copy editing and proofreading this content

  • Editing of work for a specific audience, including the parents of children with special educational needs.

  • Ensured that all language used was supportive, including no bias or condescension in words or tone.



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Barriers to IT integration doctoral thesis

Copy editing and proofreading of a doctoral thesis on issues with integrating information and communications technology.

Information on various types of copy editing and proofreading projects.

Brief description

Copy editing and proofreading of a doctoral thesis on issues with integrating information and communications technology.


Approximate length of content edited

10,000 words or more.

Notes on copy editing and proofreading this content

  • Copy edited a doctoral thesis on information and communications technology.



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Software development funding and grant proposals

Copy editing and proofreading of grant and funding proposals for business intelligence software development.

Information on various types of copy editing and proofreading projects.

Brief description

Copy editing and proofreading of grant and funding proposals for business intelligence software development.


Approximate length of content edited

5,000 - 10,000 words.

Notes on copy editing and proofreading this content

  • Copy editing and proofreading of proposals to obtain grants and funding.

  • Funding was for development of a business intelligence software product.





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History of performance art dissertation

Copy editing and proofreading of a doctoral thesis on the history of performance dance.

Information on various types of copy editing and proofreading projects.

Brief description

Copy editing and proofreading of a doctoral thesis on the history of performance and dance.


Approximate length of content edited

10,000 words or more.

Notes on copy editing and proofreading this content

  • Worked with this client for two years on multiple versions of their doctoral thesis.

  • Proofread and edited on the history of an unusual form of performance art.

  • Collaborated to produce high-quality academic writing based on extensive research and unique presentation.



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Economic independence for doctors book

Copy editing and proofreading of a book on how doctors can find financial independence and work / life balance.

Information on various types of copy editing and proofreading projects.

Brief description

Copy editing and proofreading of a book on how doctors can find financial independence and work / life balance.


Approximate length of content edited

10,000 words or more.

Notes on copy editing and proofreading this content

  • Edited a complete manuscript aimed at helping doctors to maintain a balance between their work and home life.

  • Manuscript covered areas like financial management and economic independence.





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