Michael Brumitt

Experience

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  Indiana Daily Student

  Jan 1993 - Jan 1994

  Contributing writer

  Worked as an arts and entertainment writer, contributing articles covering local music

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  Macmillan Computer Publishing

  Jan 1994 - Jan 1996

  Proofreader

  Worked as a member of the Production department for two years under the Sams imprint, where duties included proofreading text, graphics, indexes, and book coversResponsible for making sure manuscripts were well written and consistentReviewed manuscripts for pre-press checks before being sent to printer

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  Bloomington Voice

  Jan 1994 - May 1994

  Writing Intern
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  Macmillan Computer Publishing

  Apr 1996 - May 1998

  Copy & Production Editor

  Employed as a copy editor working on a team devoted to Web graphics, after having worked as a production editor for the Hayden Books imprint Worked in collaboration with proofreading, page layout, and the graphics department Focused on following Macmillan conventions and maintaining quality throughout a project

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  D&G Limited, LLC

  May 1998 - Jun 2000

  Copy Editor

  Edited manuscripts from publishers such as Prentice Hall and McGraw-HillWorked closely with project managers, illustrators, and layout technicians on book projectsHeld responsibilities outside editorial ones, such as proofreading or training fellow workers

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  MacAllister Publishing Services, LLC

  Jun 2000 - Oct 2005

  Managing Editor

  MACALLISTER PUBLISHING SERVICES, 2000–2005Duties included editing and proofreading books and artwork for technical, psychology, and other titles for independent pre-press businessManaged the roster of in-house copy editors and proofreaders Created consistent and well-written publications

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  Frommer's Travel Guides, John Wiley & Sons Publishing

  Oct 2005 - Sept 2012

  Production Editor

  Managing manuscripts through the production process, including copy editing, proofreading, page layout, and indexingResponsible for reviewing maps, photos, and graphics Reviewing e-books prior to being available for download

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  Relevance

  Apr 2013 - Aug 2015

  Senior Creative

  As one of the senior members of the Creative department, I'm responsible for writing and editing media content for Relevance™ clients' websites and marketing campaigns. The subject matter may range from tech articles on cloud computing to green living to international volunteering programs.

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  Self-Employed

  Aug 2015 - Aug 2016

  Freelance Writer / Editor / Content Specialist
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  TEKsystems

  Aug 2016 - Aug 2018

  Technical Writer
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  Self-employed

  Aug 2018 - Feb 2019

  Freelance Writer / Editor / Content Specialist
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  Viral Launch

  Mar 2019 - Jul 2019

  Content Writer & Strategist
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  Appirio

  Jul 2019 - Apr 2021

  Communications Specialist
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  Wipro Limited

  Apr 2021 - May 2023

  Communications Specialist
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  Eli Lilly and Company

  May 2023 - now

  Content Editor