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Craig Salvatore

@craigsalvatore

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Detail-oriented medical copy editor with expertise in technical editing.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a collaborative environment where I can apply my editing skills and contribute to impactful healthcare communications.

I am a dedicated medical copy editor with over four years of experience in the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries. My expertise lies in proofreading and editing a wide range of promotional materials, ensuring accuracy and adherence to brand styles. I have a strong command of the AMA Manual of Style and am proficient in using various editing tools, including Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office.

Throughout my career, I have worked with esteemed organizations such as HyperPointe and Pivot, where I honed my skills in fact-checking and ensuring compliance with FDA guidelines. My attention to detail and ability to work efficiently in fast-paced environments have consistently contributed to the success of the projects I manage. I am passionate about delivering high-quality content that resonates with both consumer and professional healthcare audiences.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Medical Copy Editor

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HyperPointe

Jan 2020 - Present (5 years 4 months)

Proofread various Web-based promotional materials and reviewed them at multiple stages to ensure accuracy. Corrected errors and edited documents using markup tools in Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel. Located references to support copy claims and identified materials requiring copyright permissions.

Adobe Acrobat Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Proofreading Medical Terminology Promotional Materials

Medical Copy Editor

HyperPointe

Jan 2018 - Dec 2020 (2 years 11 months)

Acted as a subject-matter expert regarding AMA style, grammar, and usage. Proofread various Web-based promotional materials and ensured accuracy at multiple stages. Located and downloaded Veeva references to support copy claims and identified materials requiring copyright permissions.

Adobe Acrobat Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel PowerPoint Veeva Promotional Materials

Medical Copy Editor

Pivot

Jan 2020 - Dec 2020 (11 months)

Edited a variety of pharmaceutical promotional materials, including sales materials, manuscripts, and journal ads. Utilized Veeva for research, fact-checking, annotations, and references. Ensured accuracy of internal and client changes and compliance with FDA guidance.

Veeva Adobe Acrobat Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel PowerPoint FDA Fact Checking Markup Tools

Copy Editor

Verisk Analytics

Jan 2018 - Dec 2018 (11 months)

Proofread marketing and research materials, reading and evaluating written text for grammatical and typographical errors. Provided editorial support, checking content across documents as requested.

Proofreading Grammar Typography Content Review Written Communication

Medical Copy Editor

Patients and Purpose

Jan 2018 - Dec 2018 (11 months)

Checked for adherence to AMA style and brand editorial style guides. Performed cold reads, initial edits, and fact-checked, comparing proofs against mechanicals for usability. Confirmed logical arrangement of pages and ensured all final copy and design matched approved jobs.

Fact Checking Cold Reads Proofreading VIA Electronic Routing System Copy Editing Usability Testing Quality Assurance

Copy Editor and Regulatory Document Specialist

eg+ Worldwide

Jan 2017 - Dec 2018 (1 year 11 months)

Responsible for regulatory, informational, and technical accuracy of insurance and pension documentation. Ensured technical documentation adhered to Regulatory standards and verified stated facts and figures. Reviewed all electronic editing jobs using the ActiveCollab electronic routing system.

Regulatory Compliance Pension Documentation ActiveCollab Legal Compliance Grammar Branding

Copy Editor

A. M. Best Company

Jan 2016 - Dec 2017 (1 year 11 months)

Analyzed Best's Underwriting Guide (BUG) and Best's Loss Control Manual (LCM) for informational accuracy. Compared OSHA Codes and trade associations of LCM with BUG to ensure consistency and compliance. Monitored consistency of all material within style and established guidelines.

Compliance Underwriting Data Analysis Quality Control Technical Editing

Proofreader

The Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company

Jan 2010 - Dec 2015 (5 years 11 months)

Ensured accuracy of advertised products, including labeling, pricing, and sizing, and adherence to corporate standards. Wrote advertising copy for internal and external publications. Reviewed electronic editorial jobs using the Vertis electronic routing system.

Proofreading Labeling Accuracy Pricing Accuracy Vertis Electronic Routing System Quality Assurance

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

AMA Style Medical Editing Course

Certificate, Medical Editing

Completed a specialized course focusing on the principles and application of AMA style in medical editing. This training enhanced skills in ensuring accuracy and consistency in healthcare-related content.

Fairleigh Dickinson University

Bachelor's Degree, English and Finance

Pursued a dual course of study in English and Finance, developing strong analytical and communication skills. Gained a foundational understanding of literary analysis and financial markets, preparing for diverse professional roles.