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Dr. McMillan

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English PhD, Technical Writer, and Editor

Estados Unidos
Inglês
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Sobre mim
My success as an English Ph.D. and now as a professional writer and editor is predicated upon exceptional communication skills. Over the past 16 years, I have become an authority in technical writing, research, editing, document design, and proofreading. I work closely and quickly with my clients to produce clear, creative, and eloquent materials. Each of the compositions I undertake strives to embody clarity and grace, to communicate content directly while still attending to matters of style. ... Saiba mais

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Edição de Desenvolvimento
I will provide developmental editing for your book
Design de PowerPoint
I will professionally format your business documents

Portfólio

Experiência profissional

Defense_Priorities

Technical Writer & Quality Assurance Manager

Defense Priorities • Período integral

May 2023 - Present3 yrs 3 mos

-Lead editing and quality review of reports, proposals, strategic communications, and other high-profile publications, ensuring exceptional clarity, consistency, and accuracy. -Collaborate with subject matter experts and writers to transform complex ideas into engaging, reader-friendly content. -Develop editorial standards, style guides, and quality assurance processes used across multiple projects. -Supervise and mentor writers and editors, providing substantive editorial feedback and maintaining rigorous quality standards. -Edited and prepared a memoir manuscript for self-publication, partnering closely with the author to strengthen organization, narrative flow, clarity, and style while preserving the author's voice.

Penn_State

Technical Writer/ Editor

Penn State • Período integral

Jul 2021 - Oct 20221 yr 3 mos

-Developed, edited, and managed instructional content supporting the university's online academic programs and institutional initiatives. -Collaborated with faculty, subject matter experts, and cross-functional teams to transform complex information into clear, engaging, audience-focused content. -Edited and refined educational materials for clarity, organization, consistency, accessibility, and adherence to editorial style guidelines. -Managed multiple content development projects simultaneously, coordinating workflows to ensure high-quality deliverables and on-time completion. -Created presentations, instructional guides, and support documentation that improved usability and enhanced the learning experience for faculty and staff.

Visiting Assistant Professor of English & Writing Coordinator

Auburn University • Período integral

Aug 2019 - Jul 20211 yr 11 mos

-Taught undergraduate courses in composition, literature, and memoir writing. -Guided students through every stage of the writing process, from idea development to polished final drafts. -Provided developmental and line-level feedback to strengthen narrative structure, voice, and reader engagement.