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SPECIALTIES:

Developmental Editing // Copy Editing // Line Editing // Proofreading // Beta Reading // Writing Critique // Manuscript Polishing // Grammar Correction // Text Formatting // Translation Localizing

CREATIVE WRITING EXPERTISE:

Passionate about fiction, especially Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Mystery, Thriller, Dystopian, Post-Apocalyptic, Young Adult (YA), Literary Fiction, Memoir
I love Novels, Short Stories, Poetry, Theatre Scripts, Graphic Novels, Comics
My specialties include story structure analysis, character development, dialogue enhancement, pacing improvement
Manuscript assessment and editorial guidance
Key experience in manuscript formatting, publication processes, and self-publishing support
Active writer and published author of poetry books, novellas, short stories, theatre scripts

With years of experience as a Creative Writing, English, and Theatre teacher, I'm now a digital nomad, exploring the world while working remotely. When I'm not baking scones or befriending pets, I'm dedicated to assisting with your personal and professional projects. My goal is always to boost your creativity and efficiency, preserving and amplifying your unique writing voice.

Let's connect and bring your projects to life!

Industry field of expertise

Languages

English
Native or bilingual

Workplace preferences

Remote only

Primarily works remotely

Upwork
Freelance Editor and Proofreader
June 2022 - Today (4 years)
Editing and development on novels, memoirs, poetry collections, theatre scripts, comic books, graphic novels, etc. for independent clients.
Fiverr
Freelance Editor and Proofreader
ENTERTAINMENT AND LEISURE
June 2022 - Today (4 years)
Editing and development on theatre scripts, musical librettos, opera texts, etc. for independent clients.
Proofreading/Editing Developmental Editing Creative Writing Copy Editing Copywriting
Scappoose High School
Theatre Teacher / Director
EDUCATION AND E-LEARNING
August 2015 - August 2021 (6 years)
Teaching Theatre, Creative Writing, Playwriting, and English classes.
Directing and producing theatre productions.
Creative Writing Coach Proofreading/Editing Teaching Education Directing

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Bachelors of Arts in Theatre
Seattle Pacific University
2011
Masters of Arts in Teaching
George Fox University
2013
A focus in Theatre, Creative Writing, English

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Zachary O.

Editor // Creative Writing Coach

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