I've been writing and editing professionally for over fifteen years. I gravitate to projects that will teach me something, and as a result my experience has run the gamut:
That's the short version. You can see a more detailed list on the Past Projects page.
The majority of my experience has used the Chicago Manual of Style, but I've also worked extensively with AP Style and (to a lesser degree) with MLA and APA. Additionally, many projects demand adherence to house styles, which I'm always happy to do—mainly because it's great to work with people who think about style at all. I've even helped some clients develop their own house styles and the guides to support them.
- proofreading and editing for an in-house design team in a large consulting firm
- creating marketing and PR materials for a wide variety of nonprofits
- writing and editing textbooks and other educational materials for all ages
- editing and proofreading commercial and trade nonfiction manuscripts at every stage of publication
- ghostwriting books
- developing interactive workshops, lessons, and curricula
That's the short version. You can see a more detailed list on the Past Projects page.
The majority of my experience has used the Chicago Manual of Style, but I've also worked extensively with AP Style and (to a lesser degree) with MLA and APA. Additionally, many projects demand adherence to house styles, which I'm always happy to do—mainly because it's great to work with people who think about style at all. I've even helped some clients develop their own house styles and the guides to support them.