Kelsey Baird - Editor
Eagle-eyed copy editor specializing in nonfiction. Career highlights include writing and editing for Farmhouse Style magazine.
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Overview
Clear and concise communication is the essence of good writing; that’s my aim when finessing your words and strengthening your sentences. As your go-to copy editor, I will clarify content, answer questions, reword as necessary, and clean up grammar, punctuation and spelling. Proficient in AP style, I specialize in nonfiction but am open to all projects.
I hold a bachelor’s degree in English and Writing. I am currently the editorial assistant for a popular home decorating magazine, where I write and edit feature copy for each quarterly issue plus additional special issues. I also proofread curriculum copy for Indiana Wesleyan University’s DeVoe School of Business.
Words are my passion, and I’m excited by opportunities to assist authors in successfully speaking to their audiences through strong writing. I look forward to helping make your work the best it can be!
Services
Languages
English (US)
Non-Fiction
DIY & Crafts
Home & Garden
Certifications
- BA in English & Writing
- Poynter ACES Certificate in Editing
Work experience
Copy Editor
Self-employed
May, 2016
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Present
(almost 5 years)
Curriculum Development Proofreader
DeVoe School of Business, Indiana Wesleyan University
August, 2018
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Present
(over 2 years)
Edited copy of adult online courses in business, management, marketing, finances, economics, and more according to APA style.
Editorial Assistant
Country Sampler, Annie's Publishing
July, 2017
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August, 2019
(about 2 years)
Wrote and edited copy for each quarterly issue of Farmhouse Style and additional special issues. I also drafted copy for monthly e-newsletters.
Writing Tutor
Indiana Wesleyan University
October, 2010
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April, 2013
(over 2 years)
Helped students of all majors and backgrounds improve their writing skills and edit their work according to APA and MLA styles.
Portfolio (9 selected works)
Country Sampler Farmhouse Style Summer 2019
Country Sampler Autumn Decorating
Country Sampler 2018 Christmas Decorating Big Gift Guide
Country Sampler Magazine Holiday Homes Special 2018 Style Festive Table
Country Sampler Gardens 2019
Country Sampler Farmhouse Style Magazine Autumn 2019
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