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I am a college graduate with an English degree and have extensive employment in the corporate field as well as the newspaper industry and public relations. I have worked as a copy editor, description editor, proofreader and writer. I am very reliable and get along well with my co-workers.

Performs creation and entry of television schedule listings information as assigned by the team leader. This position includes heavy data entry with attention to detail, excellent grammar and spelling, communication with vendors for schedules and other needs, ability to multi-task, deadline driven assignments, and inter-departmental communication skills. This position is based on deadline and production requirements, monthly production expectations as measured by monthly metrics compilations, new vendor ramp-up, continual airing updates, and flexibility to handle tasks at a moment’s notice.

BANK OF AMERICA, Proposal Writer/Copy Editor (Adecco contract), Sept. 2010 to June 2011
Primarily responsible for responding to global and domestic card proposals from clients in an array of industries.  Responses required in-depth knowledge of all products available to meet the very specific needs of each client.  In addition, editing responsibilities included maintaining a company-wide standard by ensuring each proposal adhered to the Bank of America style guide.  Also, kept the SANT database current with the most recent questions and responses.

Proposal Writer and Copy Editor

Responsible for answering requests for proposals for compliance services from clients in a variety of industries.  Providing responses involved tailoring pre-existing answers to meet each client’s individual needs.  Once a draft of the proposal was established, responsibilities included editing and proofreading the proposal as well as ensuring the proposal was assembled and received according to the client‘s guidelines.  Also, maintained a database of answers to ensure the most up-to-date responses were available for use in proposals.  In addition, assisted in responding to security questionnaires as well as any overflow marketing writing projects (such as, trade magazine articles and newsletter pieces).

RFP Writer and Copy Editor

Responsible for interviewing callers about workplace and ethical concerns in order to get all the pertinent information regarding their problems. After taking detailed notes, responsible for writing a comprehensive report, editing and proofreading the report, and then submitting it to the client.

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James Block: Description Editor in Keller, TX

James Block

FYI Television

Bank of America (through Adecco, contract position)

Global Compliance Services

Global Compliance Services

Louisiana Tech University

University of Texas at Arlington