Overview
I am an experienced magazine editor and textbook commissioning editor, specialising in educational resources. During my time at Cambridge University Press, I led the editorial development of 31 classroom resources (student textbooks, teacher resources, and student workbooks), with a particular focus on science and computing. For the last two years, I have been the editor of a magazine for computing teachers, with seven 100-page magazines under my belt.I am a meticulous proofreader, and a thoughtful copy editor and development editor. I am particularly skilled at editing copy designed for an international audience, with extensive experience publishing books for English-as-a-second-language learners and international syllabuses.As well as a specialism in computing and science educational resources, I also have a personal interest in taking on projects related to social sciences (with a degree in International Relations) and travel (with a travel blog, linked in my details). Working with me, you will get clear and timely communication, and a close eye to detail. I hope we can work together!
Services
Non-Fiction
Education & Reference
Technology
Languages
English (UK)
English (US)
Certifications
- 120-Hour TEFL Certificate (The TEFL Academy, UK)
Work experience
The Raspberry Pi Foundation
Mar, 2021 —
Present
I am the editor of Hello World magazine (helloworld.cc), which is aimed at computing educators around the world. In my role, I:
• Commission articles.
• Work closely with writers to edit their articles. This usually involves a few rounds of comments and edits, until the work is polished.
• Work closely with a small team of sub editors, focusing on grammar, spelling, and accuracy.
• Ensure that language adheres to our style guides, and is accessible for readers with English as a second language.
• Collaborate with a design agency, ensuring that layouts are typeset effectively, and that appropriate images are used to support each article.
• Proof all articles before files are sent to printers.
Cambridge University Press
Nov, 2018 —
Mar, 2021
(over 2 years)
Led the development of Cambridge University Press' computing list for international primary and secondary schools. In this role, I:
• Researched, wrote and presented business cases and secured investment for new products and series
• Visited teachers around the world to carry out market research for science and computing lists
• Commissioned authors and produced detailed briefs for them to work to, according to market research outcomes
• Worked closely with authors to ensure they were staying on-brief, providing extensive feedback and support at each stage of writing
• Led teams of development editors, project managers, proofreaders, and typesetters throughout a textbook’s lifecycle
• Proofread each textbook, ensuring changes were taken in accurately at each proofing stage
• Briefed, drafted, and edited marketing copy in partnership with marketing colleagues
• Analysed sales and market data to inform publishing decisions and strategy
Portfolio
