CV / English / Publishing Assistant
Personal Information
- Name: Alice Stanford
- Address: 452 Literature Lane, Booktown, BT 02139
- Phone: (555) 123-4567
- Email: [email protected]
Brief
A dedicated and resourceful Publishing Assistant with over two years of experience supporting editorial staff in all stages of the publication process. Proficient in manuscript preparation, research, and coordinating with authors and editors. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a passion for literature and publishing.
Core Competencies
- Manuscript Preparation
- Editorial Support
- Research & Fact-Checking
- Content Management Systems (CMS)
- Project Coordination
- Proofreading & Editing
- Time Management
- Communication & Coordination
Technologies and Certifications
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop)
- Experienced with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Familiarity with CMS platforms like WordPress and Squarespace
- Certificate in Publishing from Online Publishing Institute
Professional Experience
Junior Publishing Assistant
Novel Ideas Publishing Co., Booktown Jan 2021 - Present
- Supported the editorial team with manuscript assessments and preparations.
- Coordinated communications between authors, editors, and other stakeholders.
- Managed the submission process, including tracking submissions and responses.
- Assisted with proofreading and minor edits under the guidance of senior editors.
Editorial Intern
Great Reads Publishing House, Booktown Jun 2020 - Dec 2020
- Conducted research for upcoming projects.
- Supported in manuscript logging and categorization.
- Helped with social media content preparation and scheduling.
- Gained experience in using publishing software and tools.
Education and Training
Bachelor of Arts in English Literature University of Bookland, Graduated May 2020
Certificate in Publishing Online Publishing Institute, Completed Aug 2020
Additional Courses: - Introduction to Digital Publishing Tools - Copyediting and Proofreading Basics
Referees
Jane Smith Editorial Manager, Novel Ideas Publishing Co. Email: [email protected] Phone: (555) 987-6543
David Brown Senior Editor, Great Reads Publishing House Email: [email protected] Phone: (555) 654-3210