Overview
I believe I am an easy person to work with, being always patient, friendly and courteous and willing to help in solving problems and in honouring deadlines. My aim is always to achieve the best possible results for my clients. While my main practice is in copy editing, I am also happy to work as a writer, re-writer and proofreader. I am always flexible and eager to please.
Testimonials
'I was very happy to have chosen Dermott as my editor when my PhD thesis was converted into a very successful book'.
David J. McInerney, author of 'The Realities of Policing Diverse Communities from Minority and Police Perspectives'.
'I don't think my book would ever have been published without the expertise and patience of Dermott'.
Jack Byrne, author of '19 Randell's Avenue'.
'Dermott's advice and experience contributed enormously to the success of my book',
Eoin Ryan, author of 'Trawled – When Adventure Becomes Survival'.
Services
Non-Fiction
Fiction
Languages
Awards
- Member of AFEPI (Ireland)
- Member of SfEP (London
Certifications
- BA (HONS) University College Dublin
- Diploma in Advertising
- Diploma in Plain English
- Qualified TEFL teacher
Work experience
Self-employed
My experience has been gained in servicing the communications needs of a wide range of clients in the business world, along with government agencies, publishing and PR companies and private clients, including self publishers.
KPMG
As Head of Publications and Communications at KPMG, I worked with a number of outside suppliers, being responsible for the production of a range of client-focussed periodicals and books and the organisation of functions and events, as well as producing an annual overnight Budget summary. Reporting to the Managing Partner I had a role in maintaining high standards of internal communications within the firm at its locations in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. During my time with the firm, I also played a central role in the rebranding from Peat Marwick to KPMG.
Based on interviews and contributions I also wrote, edited and produced a monthly magazine for distribution to all management and staff, along with a weekly internal briefing document.
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Eranda A.
Feb, 2024