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David Hawthorne

@davidhawthorne

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Experienced copy editor and language teacher delivering clear, accurate content and effective English instruction.

Bulgaria

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What I'm looking for

I seek editorial or teaching roles that value precision, collaborative workflows, and opportunities to improve communication and learner outcomes.

I am an experienced copy editor and language teacher with years of freelance and institutional work across Bulgaria and remote projects for international clients. My background blends copyediting, linguistic editing, book and video editing, and English instruction from CELTA and RSA-qualified programs to specialist exam preparation.

I have contributed to editorial projects for organizations and companies including 365 Data Science, Kendy Pharma, Invisible Strings/Never Know Productions, and academic archives, demonstrating meticulous attention to detail and strong content-development skills. I consistently improve clarity, tone, and accuracy while supporting collaborative workflows.

I bring a student-centered teaching approach and proven classroom experience teaching general English, exam preparation (IELTS, CAE), and business language, combined with editorial leadership on freelance and managing-editor projects. I seek opportunities where clear communication and education create measurable value.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Copy Editor

Current

365 Data Science

Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 9 months)

Led copyediting and content development for 365 Data Science and 365 Financial Analyst materials since 2021, improving clarity and instructional quality across courses and resources.

Content Development Instructional Editing Proofreading Quality Assurance

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Freelance Copy Editor

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Kendy Pharma

Jan 2016 - Present (9 years 9 months)

Provided freelance copyediting and content support since 2016 for Kendy Pharma and other clients, improving accuracy and consistency in technical and marketing materials.

Proofreading Medical Writing Content Review Client Communication Localization

Linguistic Editor

Internet Securities

Jan 2019 - Jan 2023 (4 years)

Served as linguistic editor from 2019 to 2023, refining financial and technical content for clarity and compliance across publications.

Proofreading & Compliance Attention To Detail

English Language Teacher

International House Sofia

Jan 2012 - Jan 2014 (2 years)

Taught English at International House Sofia from 2012 to 2014, delivering curriculum-aligned instruction and improving learner outcomes.

TESOL Lesson planning Classroom Management

English Language Teacher

British Council Sofia

Jan 2008 - Jan 2014 (6 years)

Taught English (general and exam preparation) at British Council Sofia between 2008 and 2014, improving student exam performance and language proficiency.

TESOL Lesson planning IELTS CAE Preparation Classroom Management