John G.

Experience

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  The Beholder

  Jan 2000 - Jun 2001

  E-zine Writer & Editor

  Wrote and edited for music magazine 'The Beholder'

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  BAUMATIC

  Jan 2005 - Jul 2007

  Technical Author

  Composed and rewrote appliance manuals.Assisted with ad hoc writing duties.

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  Thames Valley Police

  Aug 2007 - Dec 2011

  Summarizer & Training Document Creator

  As a Summarizer-Transcriptionist/Editor, I assessed the suspect interviews to discern the segments suitable for summarization and those that needed exact transcription, serving the needs of the Crown Prosecution Service and/or Courts.Below listed were my key accomplishments:► Exceeded benchmark figures for minutes of Police interviews transcribed per day while also supporting administrative tasks such as logging data on various spreadsheets.► Documented processes for the Interview Library, Summarizers, and Team Leaders by converting notes into user guides, receiving a commendation for work.► Completed external contract work for Argos and Homebase stores by typing and proofreading their 2008 catalogues. Show less

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  'Revisiting English Grammar'

  Jan 2012 - Jan 2015

  Author / Editor

  During my stint here, I developed and refined a grammar guide for university entrants, commissioned by a staff member at the University of Manitoba in Winnipeg, Canada.I was entrusted in performing user testing on various versions of the work until the identification of the final proof.The following was my pivotal duty in this role:► Crafted a university English grammar guide that achieved award-winning recognition and secured a spot on the bestsellers' list for multiple weeks..

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  The Text Vet (Freelance)

  Jan 2015 - now

  Technical Author, Editor, Proofreader

  In my role as a course editor at the Interaction Design Foundation (IxDF) since 2015, I have had the privilege of contributing to the success of a leading global educator in UX design.As a course editor, I play a crucial role in ensuring the high quality and accuracy of educational materials.From proofreading and editing written content to providing narration services, I am committed to delivering exceptional learning experiences for students.With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of the subject matter, I bring expertise in refining course materials to enhance clarity and coherence.I take pride in my ability to collaborate effectively with instructors and subject matter experts, ensuring that the courses meet the highest standards of excellence.Below listed are some of my achievements to date:► Delivered efficient and outstanding document-enhancement solutions to a diverse range of clients as a freelancer via Upwork with over 11,000 hours logged.► Composed Topic Definitions that saw a 90% increase in clicks (views) to over 4 million in 2020, as well as produced a Style Guide for the Interaction Design Foundation for other writers to follow. Show less

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  Proofit / Grammarly

  Feb 2015 - Jun 2018

  Proofreader | Editor

  As a dedicated Proofreader and Editor, I had the privilege of collaborating with a diverse team to refine and perfect various written materials, with a primary focus on academic works.My role involved meticulously reviewing the content to ensure grammatical accuracy, while also ensuring consistency and preserving the unique voice of each author.By leveraging my keen eye for detail and strong command of language, I strove to enhance the overall quality and impact of the written materials. Additionally, I actively participated in exercises aimed at improving the capabilities of AI technology, contributing to the advancement of automated proofreading and editing processes.Through my commitment to precision and continuous learning, I showed in this position how I am dedicated to delivering polished and professional content.Here are my key achievements working in this job:► Revitalized and refined the grammar and content of numerous clients' work for over three years, encompassing thousands of projects.► Contributed to revision of process, including documentation. Show less