I am a published writer with an MFA in creative writing and Bachelor's degree in music. I have two years of experience teaching writing at the college level. My knowledge base and experience is eclectic, ranging from music history to catfish to medicinal herbs. My editing experience ranges from a year spent on the staff of a literary magazine to a textbook collaboration.
NOTE: these rates are not set in stone and are only an average for this editor. The actual rate applicable to your document will depend on the depth of the edit, the quality of the writing, the topic matter, the proximity of the deadline, the length of the document and several other factors.
I am a published writer with six years of academic experience under my belt. I have an MFA in creative writing with an emphasis on poetry and a Bachelor's degree in music performance with an emphasis on music history. I have taught college courses in both poetry and basic composition and have spent a year on the editing staff of a major literary magazine. Many of my poems have been published in high-profile journals and I have been nominated for a Pushcart Prize. My interests and areas of expertise are eclectic. In addition to my major areas of study, I have also worked on textbook editing projects, grown and sold my own medicinal and culinary herbs, and taken classes in medieval art history and advanced study of literature. Currently, I am working at a children's farm where I teach horsemanship lessons. I am also completing work on a book entitled "The Myth, Legend, and Pursuit of the Monster Catfish in America" while continuing to publish my poetry. I would feel confident editing nearly anything--from your academic thesis or dissertation to your poems, travel essays, short fiction, or novels. My personal philosophy is that all writing should be creative and my goal is to not only help you polish your work, but realize its full, vibrant potential.
Education degree
Other, MFA
Major specialization
Other, Creative Writing
Second specialization
Other, Music Performance
First language
English
Areas of specialization
Not selected
Work experience
Present Occupation: Farmhand and editorial staff of the Northwest Review
Editing Experience in Years: 6--I contracted myself out through the duration of my college years as an editor of essays, dissertations, and creative writing projects. I have also been hired on a small-scale basis to proof/edit novellas and novels. I am eager to make editing my profession--to begin putting my passion for editing/assisting writers to a more thorough and consistent use.
Computer experience
Microsoft Office Suite
Adobe Reader
Open Office (can read nearly any document file format)
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