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EDITH MARAH

@edithmarah

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Experienced language professional and writing specialist.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for opportunities that allow me to leverage my writing and editorial skills in innovative projects, particularly in AI and education, while fostering a collaborative and intellectually stimulating environment.

I am an experienced language professional and writing specialist with a strong background in academic research, editorial work, and AI training. I hold a PhD in English Language and Literature from the University of Chicago, complemented by earlier degrees from the University of California, Berkeley, and Northwestern University. My expertise combines a deep command of written language with a practical, research-driven approach to content development.

Currently, I am engaged in freelance AI training, focusing on generating nuanced, context-aware language that meets high editorial and factual standards. My previous roles include Lead Content Editor at Brightline Publishing, where I managed editorial planning and delivery of content in the education and nonprofit sectors, and a Writing Instructor at the University of Chicago, where I taught structured academic writing courses to both graduate and undergraduate students. I am passionate about enhancing the clarity and impact of written communication.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Freelance English Writer (AI Projects)

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Private Clients / AI Labs

Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 6 months)

Develops and refines training prompts and responses for language model development, ensuring nuanced and context-aware language. Edits AI-generated output to enhance readability, tone, and cultural fit, while researching cross-disciplinary topics to tailor writing to specific domain needs.

AI Training Language Models Content Editing

Lead Content Editor

Brightline Publishing

Jan 2020 - Present (5 years 6 months)

Managed editorial planning and content delivery for education and nonprofit sectors, supervising a team of writers and providing feedback on structure and clarity. Streamlined editorial workflow, which significantly reduced revision cycles and improved client satisfaction.

Content Strategy Team Leadership Workflow Optimization Education Nonprofit Content Content Delivery Non Profit Content

Writing Instructor & Editorial Consultant

University of Chicago

Jan 2016 - Present (9 years 6 months)

Taught structured academic writing courses to graduate and undergraduate students, providing comprehensive instruction on rhetoric and communication. Edited scholarly work for publication across multiple disciplines, ensuring high academic and editorial standards.

Editorial Standards

Staff Writer & Editor

CityView Weekly

Jan 2014 - Present (11 years 6 months)

Wrote and edited over 100 pieces on policy, education, and public discourse, consistently maintaining voice consistency and high editorial standards. Recognized for clear and accessible storytelling, delivering quality content under tight deadlines.

Content Writing Editorial Standards Discourse Storytelling

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Chicago

PhD, English Language & Literature

Activities and societies: Taught academic writing to undergraduate students; Recipient, Humanities Doctoral Fellowship

Completed a PhD in English Language & Literature, with a dissertation on narrative authority and digital storytelling. Taught academic writing to undergraduate students and was a recipient of the Humanities Doctoral Fellowship.

University of California, Berkeley

MA, Media & Language Studies

Activities and societies: Conducted research on online discourse and user-generated content

Pursued an MA in Media & Language Studies, focusing on digital media literacy and language evolution. Conducted research on online discourse and user-generated content.

Northwestern University

BA, English and Journalism

Grade: magna cum laude

Activities and societies: Served as Editor-in-Chief of the student-led writing journal; Consistently ranked on the Dean’s List

Earned a BA in English and Journalism (Double Major), graduating magna cum laude. Served as Editor-in-Chief of the student-led writing journal and was consistently ranked on the Dean’s List.