Clarissa D. Santiago, Editor in New York, NY, USA

Overview

Brooklyn-based proofreader, copy editor, and writer, with a penchant for the humanities (especially literatures of all genres, affinity studies, and art history), creative non-fiction and a good cup of coffee. I've worked in higher education administration for 15 years and that keenly informs my editing practice. I have grant writing and publishing experience as well. For nearly 10 years, I have served, annually, as a Scholastic Writing Awards Juror, scoring all manner of creative writing from students in grades 6-12.

Testimonials from clients:

“Thank you for giving me exactly what I was looking for. I appreciate your feedback. I found your suggestions and advice helpful for developing and writing my book. Now, at least, I have some guidelines I can follow.” — VALENTINA S., NEW YORK, NY

“Clarissa has a secret weapon: she is a brilliant writer and editor!” — KATHY B., NEW YORK, NY

“I can’t thank you enough for your “magic touch” on my speech!” — VOYO W., NEW YORK, NY

Services

Copy Editing

Proofreading

Non-Fiction

Art Fashion & Textiles History LGBTQ Non-Fiction Photography Travel True Crime

Languages

English (UK) English (US)

Awards

Phi Beta Kappa

Work experience

Freelance copy editor and proofreader

Self-employed

Jan, 2016 — Present

• Precise, eagle-eyed and sensitive copyeditor and proofreader specializing in academic and creative writing • MLA, Chicago, and AP styles • Rigorous research skills • Impeccable time management skills, deadline-driven • Able to handle multiple projects with accuracy and efficiency

Program Manager

New York University - Center for Black Visual Culture at the Institute of African American Affairs

Aug, 2021 — Dec, 2022 (over 1 year)

• Implement, supervise, and administer public programs and special events; manage budget • Write event descriptions, website copy, and press releases; edit speaker bios and director correspondence • Develop marketing strategies to promote programs • Create program and curriculum development policies and procedures • Supervise administrative assistants and graduate student workers

Assistant Director

NYU School of Law - Program on Corporate Compliance & Enforcement

Oct, 2019 — Aug, 2021 (almost 2 years)

• Edit and maintain program website and blog • Conceptualize, compose, and streamline program communications, including annual reports, event brochures and advisory board agendas/emails to ensure consistency and accuracy of disseminated information • Manage and support large-scale events

Senior Program Manager

Sotheby's Institute of Art

Aug, 2011 — Sep, 2019 (about 8 years)

• Planned, administered, and assessed programming and services for students and faculty in MA-degree-granting programs (Art Business; Contemporary Art; Fine and Decorative Art and Design) • Assessed program curriculum to maximize learning outcomes • Developed nearly 50% of the course descriptions for new Summer Institute non-degree offerings • Organized international, regional, and local field study trips

Grant Writer

Catholic Charities CYO

Sep, 2005 — Aug, 2008 (almost 3 years)

• Wrote, edited, and researched grant proposals for 30 diverse social service programs; successful in securing new sources of funding including a national $50,000 award for an intracity family homelessness initiative • Identified and cultivated relationships with diverse corporate and private foundation donors resulting in a 5% overall funding increase to child and youth services programs • Assisted in community fundraising events

Graduate Fellow

Center for the Humanities at the University of New Hampshire

Sep, 2003 — May, 2005 (over 1 year)

• Proofread and copy edited all Center and related material, including the book The Encyclopedia of New England • Maintained a database for the Encyclopedia entries

Editorial Assistant

John Wiley & Sons

May, 2002 — Aug, 2003 (over 1 year)

• Proofread and copy-edited proposals. • Assisted in the planning and execution of proposals, legal briefs, and financial analyses. • Developed marketing endorsements in concert with Marketing Department.