Jennifer Duardo

Jennifer Duardo – Editor

I am a highly meticulous copy editor and proofreader who is well-versed in Chicago style.

Overview

I have more than 10 years of book publishing experience in various genres, including architecture/design, art, biography, children's books, cookbooks, fashion, film, memoir, travel, and wellness. I also have experience with Americanizing books translated from foreign languages into English.

Services
Non-Fiction
Architecture Art Biographies & Memoirs Design Fashion & Textiles Home & Garden Travel
Fiction
Picture Books
Languages
English (US)
Certifications
  • Certificate in Editing and Proofreading

Work experience

Self-employed

May, 2020 — Present

Review manuscripts for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and style. Ensure that text is clear, concise, and consistent, and make suggestions to improve the readability of the text.

Rizzoli International Publications

Jul, 2014 — May, 2020 (almost 6 years)

-Manage the editorial work on 10-15 titles per season.
-Develop content, copy edit, and proofread text for clarity, consistency, grammatical correctness, and style.
-Provide image research and art direction as needed.
-Americanize and localize translated text when necessary.

Architizer

Mar, 2014 — Jul, 2014 (4 months)

-Copy edited all content for Architizer's website.
-Crafted concise and engaging copy with an architecture / design focus.

Portfolio

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Wolfgang In the Wild

Birdsong, Kelly

The world’s superlative road trips—scenic, thrilling, and memorable—in both natural and urban settings. For anyone who has fallen under its spell, a car represents freedom and adventure. For decades, the American tradition of the road trip has been bound up wi... read more
Kelly Hoppen offers a wealth of experience and advice on achieving your signature style, making this a definitive master class in home design. This book is a must for any home decorator wanting to give their home a touch of Kelly Hoppen's distinctive style, th... read more
A tour of the history of the world through the declarations, manifestos, and agreements from the Magna Carta and the Declaration of Independence to Wikileaks. This fascinating collection gathers the most significant written documents that have influenced and ... read more
In an extensive but accessible format, City Living presents small-scale contemporary urban residences that prove domesticity can be compact and beautiful as well as green and urban. Urban areas across the globe are experiencing a renaissance, with once-neglect... read more
With gentle wisdom and visual originality, this deceptively simple book makes the case that compassion is the solution to humanity’s challenges. The perfect book for any child curious about differences and diversity, this visually driven story bears a decidedl... read more
This oversized collector’s edition showcases antique paintings and drawings of birds and animals from the most important natural history collection in France.An unparalleled collection of the most beautiful—yet scientific—depictions of flora and fauna ever pro... read more
Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just relaxing with a cocktail, let world-renowned bartender Charles Schumann be your guide to mixing masterful libations. American Bar—the most authoritative cocktail book ever published—provides all the informa... read more
This comprehensive monograph captures the fashions, art, and fantasy of one of the world’s most original fashion designers. Mariano Fortuny is an exceptional figure in the history of art and design. Born in Spain and raised in Paris, he is most associated with... read more
A breathtaking survey of 20 years of fashion designs by Martin MargielaTimed to coincide with a major exhibition, this volume revisits the years during which celebrated designer Martin Margiela achieved the status as one of the most important designers at work... read more
An authoritative, comprehensive monograph on an underpublished architectural genius. This is the most comprehensive book published in English on the complete work of Paulo Mendes da Rocha, winner of the 2006 Pritzker Prize, which brought him to the attention ... read more
The superb private interiors of Venice are revealed in this lavishly photographed book. This gorgeously photographed journey through entrancingly beautiful Venetian interiors is sure to appeal to Venice’s many admirers interested in the elegance and refinement... read more
With 1,000 adventures for all ages, it’s never too soon or too late to begin the things you’ve only dreamed of doing. We all have things we’d like to do—one day—but work, family, school, money, and responsibilities get in the way. This invaluable guide to fun,... read more
The first volume on the exciting work by one of the most cutting-edge architects and interior designers working today. Founded in 2006, Rafael de Cárdenas’s firm Architecture at Large was created after a roundabout route to architecture. His experience as a me... read more
The first complete monograph on Olivier Theyskens surveys his twenty-year career and documents the highly anticipated return of his eponymous label. Olivier Theyskens’s refined sensibilities earned him international acclaim as the dark prince of late 1990s cou... read more

Jennifer has 33 reviews

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M A.

M A.

Feb, 2024

Highly recommend!
Jennifer D.
Thanks so much!
Susan M.

Susan M.

Feb, 2024

Jennifer is great to work with. Very thorough, double checked many things like multiple authors that I didn't think to, very very fast, great communicator. I am so glad I decided to work with an editor -- it quickly and affordably upleveled the book.
Jennifer D.
Thanks so much Susan; you were great to work with as well!
Christine E.

Christine E.

Feb, 2024

I chose Jennifer because of her outstanding reviews and I was NOT disappointed. She is wonderful at what she does. I have read through my manuscript probably 100 times, but Jen caught so many errors. She was also extremely knowledgeable and helpful when it came to CMS formatting. You are brilliant, Jen! Thank you.
Jennifer D.
Thank you Christine! I really enjoyed working on your project and hope to work with you again.
Ben P.

Ben P.

Feb, 2024

Jennifer did a great job in pointing out minute issues within my manuscript. She was professional and willing to work within the boundaries of my estimated timeline. Not only that, but she was able to finish the project early, which greatly helped me in achieving my goals for publishing.
Jennifer D.
Thank you so much Ben; it was great working with you!
Brian B.

Brian B.

Jan, 2024

I hired Jennifer to proofread my 64,000 word manuscript and I could not be happier. She was incredibly thorough and did an outstanding job. She pointed out many instances that could be written more clearly and gave suggestions on how to improve my writing. She found many mistakes that my developmental editor and I had missed. When she was finished with the project, she went above and beyond ...
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Jennifer D.
Wow, thank you so much for your kind and generous review, Brian! Your book was a lot of fun to work on, and you were a pleasure to work with!

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