Publishers
My Publishing Training Centre (PTC) proofreading training is complemented by my background in physics and thirteen years' experience as an analogue electronic design engineer in the aerospace and defence industry as well as in the commercial component sector. Although science is my specialist area, I also welcome work of a non-technical and non-scientific nature.
Along with an understanding of the language, style and notation used in scientific and technical writing, my career in the electronics industry has provided me with many valuable skills which transfer well to proofreading:
Along with an understanding of the language, style and notation used in scientific and technical writing, my career in the electronics industry has provided me with many valuable skills which transfer well to proofreading:
- Writing and reviewing a wide range of technical specifications, documentation and reports has given me a meticulous approach to detail and the ability to follow a brief,
- I have considerable experience of working to a deadline, and
- I understand the importance of communicating not only effectively and succinctly but also in a friendly and approachable manner.
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My specialist subjects are:
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I proofread against copy or blind, using the following formats:
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Alison has been amazing to work with. We have been extremely impressed by the quality of her work, and it's been a pleasure working with someone who I can trust, without having to worry about whether or not they're doing the right thing!
Sze-Kie Ho, Science Development Editor, Oxford University Press
Please contact me to discuss your project and your requirements.
