Catherine Sharpe
@catherinesharpe
Ambitious expert in academic and medical copyediting and assessment.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am an ambitious and self-motivated expert in academic and medical copyediting, with a strong focus on medical assessment best practices. My extensive background in project management and workflow improvement has equipped me with the skills to create and maintain essential documentation that enhances the efficiency of editorial processes.
Currently, I serve as an Assessment Editor at The American Board of Pediatrics, where I manage the documentation used by department editors and facilitate annual meetings with subject matter experts. My role involves editing complex medical assessments and providing live editing support, ensuring that the content meets the highest standards of clarity and accuracy. Previously, I excelled as a Copyediting Training Specialist and Client Manager at J&J Editorial, where I led training initiatives and oversaw project workflows, demonstrating my leadership and commitment to quality in every aspect of my work.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Assessment Editor
The American Board of Pediatrics
Apr 2021 - Present (4 years 3 months)
Created and maintained primary documentation for department editors, and edited, revised, and finalized complex medical assessments. Facilitated annual meetings with subject matter experts to approve items and finalize assessment forms.
Copyediting Training Specialist and Client Manager
J&J Editorial
Jul 2018 - Present (7 years)
Oversaw and led the internal Copyediting Training Program, creating and maintaining all associated materials. Provided training, resources, and mentorship to colleagues, ensuring division-wide consistency in training.
Senior Copy Editor
J&J Editorial
Jul 2017 - Present (8 years)
Coordinated copyediting project workflows and served as the primary point of contact for all project stakeholders. Collected and recorded changes in institutional knowledge by creating, updating, and maintaining documentation.
Copy Editor
J&J Editorial
Aug 2016 - Present (8 years 11 months)
Copyedited a variety of scientific articles in various house styles, working under deadline to ensure timely publication. Assisted with writing and maintaining internal protocols, project training, and monitoring progress of trainees.
Editorial Assistant and Assistant Copy Editor
J&J Editorial
Aug 2015 - Present (9 years 11 months)
Assisted with writing and maintaining internal protocols, project training, and monitoring progress of trainees. Managed editorial and review processes, maintained editorial process guidelines and style guides, and oversaw journal inboxes.
Independent Contract Copy Editor
The American Institute of CPAs (AICPA)
May 2015 - Present (10 years 2 months)
Collaborated with permanent staff and authors to edit content. Edited for grammar, style, conciseness, and clarity according to AICPA’s house style guide.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UHUniversity of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Bachelor of Arts, English, German Literature and Culture
Grade: Distinction
Graduated with Distinction, completing a Bachelor of Arts in English with a second major in German Literature and Culture. This comprehensive program provided a strong foundation in literary analysis, critical thinking, and cross-cultural understanding.
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