Overview
Hi! Olá! I'm Elizebett (uh-LEEZ-uh-BEHT).
I have 20+ years of professional experience writing, editing, and proofreading digital and print materials including books, anthologies, manuals, and various publications. Some highlights include:
***publishing two bilingual children's books about baking (Portuguese / English) ***writing and reviewing hundreds of recipes for college-level baking classes***proofreading and copy editing seven non-fiction books***editing and publishing 20 anthologies featuring the stories of 100+ writers in each publication***Master of Public Administration - Nonprofit Management, Portland State University***Bachelor of Arts – English and Political Science, University of IdahoI can help you do the final polish on your work. I have a keen eye for cleaning up content to comply with style guides or standard practices, correcting punctuation, and finding those pesky extra spaces. I also tighten up and clarify sentences while honoring your writing voice and style. People describe me as organized, dependable, detail-oriented, a high-quality producer, respectful, and kind. I'm especially interested in recipe books and children's picture books. My extensive experience editing anthologies has honed my ability to balance copy editing with retaining each writer's unique voice.If you need that final review on your children's book or cookbook, I just might be your proofreading wizard! Let's connect. I want to know more about your project and how I can help.Services
Fiction
Anthologies
Picture Books
Non-Fiction
Cooking, Food, Wine, & Spirits
Languages
English (US)
Awards
- Tribuna Portuguesa's "The Best of 2020": Honorary Mention for Book of the Year (Baking ABC - English /Portuguese)
- Scholarship Awardee, Disquiet International Literary Program, Luso-American Fellowship, 2019 & 2020
Certifications
- Certificate – Portuguese Language Certificate (16.5 CEUs), University of Milwaukee
- Certificate – Teaching English as a Second/Foreign Language (TESL/TEFL, 90 hours of training and practicum), Concordia University
Work experience
Self-employed
Jan, 2012 —
Present
Duties have included technical writing; creative writing; curriculum development; content editing; copy editing; proofreading; research and fact checking; developmental editing; and translation for curriculum, articles, marketing materials, books, policy manuals, and more.
Portland Community College
Feb, 2020 —
Present
ESOL Faculty:
• Develop learning plans and curriculum for English speakers of other languages (ESOL).
• Teach classes, provide feedback, grade homework, and assess 30+ students each term.
• Complete trainings and professional development to enhance student learning.
Baking Instructor:
• Write recipes and detailed instructions for weekly baking demonstrations and class assignments;
• Review and provide feedback on recipes developed by student bakers of all levels;
• Develop curriculum, support students, and teach engaging classes for up to 48 students every term;
• Complete required paperwork and trainings to support course implementation and development
Write Around Portland
Sep, 2012 —
Jun, 2022
(over 9 years)
• Amplify historically underrepresented voices through writing workshops, publications, and readings
• Compile, copy edit, and publish 20 anthologies featuring 100+ writers in each book
• Train 200 facilitators in delivering culturally-responsive writing curriculum
• Develop curriculum and facilitate writing workshops for adults, youth, Spanish speakers, and K-12 students
• Write comprehensive policies, procedures, and manuals for staff, managers, teachers, and learners
• Supervise efforts of 5+ paid staff, 40+ facilitators, and 275+ volunteers
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Denise B.
Jan, 2023
