About the Editor: Sue Cochran

I am completing a Master of Arts degree in professional writing, and hold a Bachelor of Arts degree in English. I am experienced with standard software, including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Publisher, Adobe InDesign, and Adobe Dreamweaver. Typically, I implement one of the following formats: Chicago, AP, MLA, or APA. I am a member in good standing of the Georgia Writers Association.

EXPERIENCE

Freelance Editor
•  Work with authors to improve their manuscripts
•  Edit and format manuscripts to comply with industry standards
•  Write feature-length and short articles

Georgia Writers Association
•  Proofread Web sites, event programs, and marketing materials
•  Write grants for federal and private funding
•  Write and revise online content
•  Critique and recommend books for the Georgia Author of the Year Awards
•  Participate as a volunteer and board member

CBIZ Valuation Group
•  Provide editing, formatting, and technical writing services
•  Edit brochures, articles, and marketing materials
•  Review proposals, presentations, reports, and other materials for client support services
•  Maintain consistency of current house standards

Around Town Publishing
•  Proofread and edit copy for community magazines
•  Write articles and editorials
•  Write advertising and marketing copy
•  Research and collect data for current events, articles, and other projects

The Lawandales Group
•  Edit business letters, reports, financial and legal documents
•  Write and edit a training manual

Lifetouch Portrait Studios
•  Write and edit a studio training manual
•  Edit business letters, brochures, and spreadsheets

Alpha Studios
•  Edit Web sites and online copy
•  Proofread business documents