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    Kieran Devaney

    Kieran Devaney

    Copy Editor/Proofreader/Audio Typist

    Brighton, United Kingdom

    I have a wide variety of publishing experience in the public, private and freelance sectors. I have a background in literary publishing, and I am currently working freelance as...Read moreI have a wide variety of publishing experience in the public, private and freelance sectors. I have a background in literary publishing, and I am currently working freelance as a copy-editor, proofreader and content producer. My recent work has been published in national newspapers, magazines, in-house publications, business journals and as part of PhD theses. I have also worked for the NHS, NGOs and Governmental organisations, both nationally, and internationally.

    Previously I have worked with Pandril Press on a paperback print anthology, at all stages, including layout, editorial, design and marketing. Additionally I have worked for Manchester City Council, Greater Manchester Police Crime and Disorder Team and various public sector projects in order to support them in producing in-house material. I was responsible for magazine content, preparing team handbooks, transcription, audio-typing and various administrative tasks.

    I have also worked for Happystorm Theatre Company, a CIC. I was the project manager for this start-up company, and my responsibilities included marketing, press releases, and overseeing projects, as well as copy-editing and proof-reading galleys of dramatic works for production. In addition, I was responsible for attending fairs, community events and industry platforms to promote the company.

    I am an English literature graduate, with a distinction level Masters in Creative Writing. My first novel is coming out in June 2012 with Salt Publishing and I am currently working with them on the layout, design and marketing of the book.

    My experience as a freelancer has taught me to be efficient and accurate in my work, and also how to prioritise and work to multiple deadlines.

    Area Covered: Audio Typing/Proofreading/Copy Editing


    Work Experience
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    Summary: PUBLISHING, EDITORIAL AND PROOFREADING EXPERIENCE


    [June 2010 – Present]
    Freelance Copy Editing/Proof Reading/Content Production
    A wide variety of roles taken on a freelance basis, including work for national newspapers, government organisations, NGOs, the NHS, and national and international universities.

    [January 2011 – Present]
    Publication of my novel, Deaf at Spiral Park
    My novel is due to be published in June 2012 by Salt Publishing. I have been worked closely with the publishers at all stages of the process including editing, layout and cover selection.




    [June 2010 – May 2011]
    Project Manager, Marketing Assistant and Copy-Editor for
    Happystorm Theatre CIC
    My role included project management, marketing, administrative tasks and copy-editing dramatic scripts. I was also responsible for
    Representing the company at industry platforms.


    [September 2010 – May 2011]
    Pandril Press – Panopticon Anthology
    I was part of the editorial team for this independently published anthology of short fiction, and was involved in proofreading submissions, selecting material, editing, layout and marketing.

    [May 2008 – August 2010]
    Project Assistant for Manchester City Council Crime and Disorder Team
    I was responsible for producing and editing a departmental handbook. I also updated entries on the department’s public website and intranet site. I wrote some features for the team for inclusion in the council-wide magazine. This role also included general administrative duties including minute taking and audio typing.


    GENERAL WORK EXPERIENCE


    [September 2011 – Present]
    Transcriptionist, Amanuensis and Notetaker for Brighton University
    I provide support for transcription, reading assistance, research and study support in addition to manual and electronic notetaking for disabled students and staff.

    [September 2006 – May 2011]
    Transcriptionist, Amanuensis and Notetaker for Access Summit
    I worked with Access Summit, a company that arranged support for Manchester University, Manchester Metropolitan University and Salford University, as an electronic notetaker and disability support worker for five years. I provided support for transcription, reading assistance, research and study support in addition to manual and electronic notetaking for students and staff.

    [May 2007 – September 2007]
    Library and Information Assistant for Manchester City Council
    This involved taking enquiries members of the public, aiding them with research, helping school students with homework, helping people with computer use and recommending books.





    [June 2000 – August 2006 on a casual basis]
    Library and Information Assistant for Birmingham City Council
    This involved taking enquiries members of the public, aiding them with research, helping school students with homework, helping people with computer use and recommending books. In his role I also ran children’s activities and storytelling groups.


    OTHER INFORMATION


    I am an experienced note taker and can audio type and take minutes with a typing speed of around 80 words per minute. I am familiar with Microsoft Office, Outlook Express and Lotus Notes.


    PROFESSIONAL TRAINING

    Disability Awareness
    [September 2008]
    (Access Summit)

    Investors in People
    Equal Opportunities and Diversity Awareness
    [May 2008-September 2010]
    (Manchester City Council)
    Job Title: Freelance Copy Editing/Proof Reading/Content Production
    Company: Freelance
    Description: A wide variety of roles taken on a freelance basis, including work for national newspapers, government organisations, NGOs, the NHS, and national and international universities.
    From:02/May/2011



    Education
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    Degree: MA
    Field of Study: Creative Writing
    University / College: Manchester Metropolitan University
    From:10/Sep/2007 To:15/Jun/2009

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