Helena Neufeld – Editor

EXPERIENCEI worked as a developmental editor for 4 years at an indie house and guided authors all throughout the publishing process. This included structuring and developing the manuscript, line edits, working through design ideas, and proofreading. I mainly focused on nonfiction titles, especially on the topics of art and design, pop culture, history, regional photography, and craft. I love diving into new topics and immersing myself in a project along with the author--developmental editing is a highly collaborative process, and I value each individual project's specific vision and style.PROCESSI offer a range of editing services, from in-depth and more intense developmental editing to a later-stage proofread. I am most familiar with CMOS, but have worked with other styles and can adjust as needed per project. I strive for clarity, consistency, and readability in the work I edit, and believe in the value of maintaining the author's specific style at the same time. I have experience with both Microsoft Word track changes and Adobe programs such as InDesign and Acrobat.TOPICSI have the most experience and interest in the humanities and social sciences, but I am open and curious about other topics, as well. Social justice, cultural studies, and feminist and LGBTQ topics are especially in my wheelhouse. ON CONSCIOUS LANGUAGEI value conscious language and engaging critically in conversations surrounding word choice, framing, and representation in the written word. While there are very few one-size-fits-all answers to these questions, I aim to approach each project with mindfulness, respect, and a willingness to learn.