Rebecca Goldsmith

Rebecca Goldsmith – Editor

Proofreader and editor, with nearly 20 years of experience in Christian publishing

Overview

With nearly two decades of experience in editorial work, I aim to steward ideas with clarity and integrity – whether it’s a book, magazine, journal or digital resource.

I specialize in the area of Christian and religious publishing, and bring my market knowledge as well as a degree in Theology as skills to help me shape and form your work in a way that meets the needs of your audience.

Throughout my career I've worked on academic journals, magazines, books and ready-to-use resources, collaborating with authors, editors and designers to produce high-quality publications. My experience includes proofreading for grammar, spelling, punctuation, consistency, house style and layout, as well as checking references, headings and page proofs.

I pay close attention to detail and take pride in delivering clean, publication-ready manuscripts.

I specialise in:

- Non-fiction

- Christian and faith-based writing

Services
Non-Fiction
Christian Non-Fiction
Languages
English (UK) English (US)

Work experience

The Methodist Church

Sep, 2022 — Nov, 2025 (about 3 years)
As Managing Editor I was fully responsible for the project management of multiple and multi-part publications. I communicated with and coordinated authors, freelance editors and designers, whilst working to and managing deadlines. Working for the Methodist Church enhanced my copyediting skills and grew my knowledge of digital products, helping me to shape words more suited for a digital audience.

The Salvation Army

Oct, 2018 — Aug, 2022 (almost 4 years)
In my role as Book Editor I held the responsibility for the preparation of manuscripts for initial review and, once accepted for publication, I managed them through to completion – editing, typesetting and proofreading. I was responsible for supervising the schedule, including communicating with authors and liaising with designers and production.

Hymns Ancient and Modern Ltd

May, 2008 — Sep, 2018 (over 10 years)
During my time at Hymns Ancient and Modern I was responsible for the project management of manuscripts through to publication; including initial editing, liaising with freelance copy editors and proofreaders, preparing for production and, at times, typesetting. While project managing manuscripts I was responsible for communicating with the author regarding changes and ensuring schedules were met with both in-house staff and freelancers. My decade at Hymns Ancient and Modern gave me the foundation I needed in solid editorial work and taught me the process of traditional print publishing.

Portfolio

Proofreading
Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Proofreading
Psalms Redux: Poems and prayers

Grosch-Miller, Carla

Hymns Ancient & Modern Ltd

Proofreading
Women of Holy Week: An Easter Journey in Nine Stories

Gooder, Paula

Church House Publishing

Copy Editing Proofreading

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