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Michael Anderson
michael.anderson1026@gmail.com
@MCAnderson1026
847-648-3234
8036 Norwood Court
Woodridge, IL 60517
Objective: To engage with and contribute to a dynamic workplace where my knowledge and admiration of the
English language can facilitate precise communication, be it through writing, editing, or proofreading.
Education:
Bachelor of Arts in English Literature Graduation Date: May 2012
Minor in History
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
• Cumulative GPA: 3.68/4.0
• College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Dean’s List Four Semesters
Skills:
• Compose publishable, intriguing content under tight deadlines
• Keen eye for grammatical errors
• Economical with diction
• Thorough understanding of effective SEO protocols
• Compartmentalize effectively to complete multiple projects with the necessary attention
• Socially affable and abounding team-working skills
• Successfully coordinate multiple high-priority, deadline-driven projects
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat, and HTML coding
Work Experience:
Encyclopædia Britannica—Copy Editor/Writer August 2013—August 2016
• Copyedit articles, enforcing a comprehensive style guide
• Fact-check articles on far-ranging topics
• Author listicles in a conversational tone for consumer products
• Lead as head copyeditor on daily news postings
• Present new procedures to colleagues
• Draft efficient procedures for new projects
• Collaborate across departments to craft style guides for new projects
Quarasan—Proofreader October 2012—April 2013
• Proofread and copy edit textbook selections, online course materials, and educational assets
• Fact-check textbook selections and assets
• Apply ABA styling to manuscripts
• Create and cross-check textbook indexes
• Input information into varying content management systems
• Perform document cross-checks and comparisons for inaccuracies
• Draft procedural instructions
• Train fellow staff on current project details and procedures
References:
• Available upon request

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Michael Anderson Resume

  • 1. Michael Anderson michael.anderson1026@gmail.com @MCAnderson1026 847-648-3234 8036 Norwood Court Woodridge, IL 60517 Objective: To engage with and contribute to a dynamic workplace where my knowledge and admiration of the English language can facilitate precise communication, be it through writing, editing, or proofreading. Education: Bachelor of Arts in English Literature Graduation Date: May 2012 Minor in History College of Liberal Arts and Sciences The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign • Cumulative GPA: 3.68/4.0 • College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Dean’s List Four Semesters Skills: • Compose publishable, intriguing content under tight deadlines • Keen eye for grammatical errors • Economical with diction • Thorough understanding of effective SEO protocols • Compartmentalize effectively to complete multiple projects with the necessary attention • Socially affable and abounding team-working skills • Successfully coordinate multiple high-priority, deadline-driven projects • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat, and HTML coding Work Experience: Encyclopædia Britannica—Copy Editor/Writer August 2013—August 2016 • Copyedit articles, enforcing a comprehensive style guide • Fact-check articles on far-ranging topics • Author listicles in a conversational tone for consumer products • Lead as head copyeditor on daily news postings • Present new procedures to colleagues • Draft efficient procedures for new projects • Collaborate across departments to craft style guides for new projects Quarasan—Proofreader October 2012—April 2013 • Proofread and copy edit textbook selections, online course materials, and educational assets • Fact-check textbook selections and assets • Apply ABA styling to manuscripts • Create and cross-check textbook indexes • Input information into varying content management systems • Perform document cross-checks and comparisons for inaccuracies • Draft procedural instructions • Train fellow staff on current project details and procedures References: • Available upon request