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Emily Salter

@emilysalter

Early-career technical editor turning complex public health information into accessible, standards-compliant documentation.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking to grow as a technical editor in public-sector health and emergency preparedness, partnering with multidisciplinary teams to turn complex data into clear, accessible documentation that meets accessibility standards.

I’m an early-career technical editor who brings public health thinking, clear writing, and rigorous quality habits to technical documentation. I currently edit and quality-control government-sponsored emergency preparedness and disaster response materials, with a strong focus on clarity, usability, and accessibility.

Across my writing and research work, I translate complex public health topics into audience-friendly content. As a Journalism Intern and an Op-Ed contributor, I wrote and edited on global health and poverty reduction, and I also researched and analyzed HIV and methamphetamine use data in the Southern U.S. to advocate for harm reduction and awareness.

Before shifting fully into writing and technical editing, I built a foundation in compliance-focused lab work by testing under GLPs and GMPs and using data analysis to strengthen reporting accuracy. I also lead with service—volunteering as a transcriber to support underrepresented voices and managing operations as a shift lead—so I’m comfortable working in team environments where precision and trust matter.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Jr. Technical Editor

Current

Dynamis, Inc.

Nov 2025 - Present (6 months)

Edited, standardized, and quality-controlled technical documentation for emergency preparedness and disaster response exercises, ensuring Section 508 accessibility compliance and public-sector standards.

Technical Editing Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel 508 Compliance Accessibility Data Presentation

Current

Volunteer Transcriber

Current

Smithsonian Institution

Sep 2024 - Present (1 year 8 months)

Transcribed and reviewed historical documents to ensure accuracy and improve accessibility for underrepresented voices.

Historical Document Transcription Document Review Accessibility Research Support Attention To Detail Quality Assurance

Writing & Journalism Intern

The Borgen Project

Sep 2025 - Nov 2025 (2 months)

Wrote and edited articles on global health and poverty reduction, translating complex public health topics into clear, accessible content for public education.

Public Health Writing Editing Content Accessibility

Quality Control Laboratory Technician

Aptar CSP Technologies

May 2024 - Oct 2024 (5 months)

Performed testing under GLPs and GMPs to ensure safety and compliance, applying statistical methods to validate results and strengthen reporting accuracy.

GLP Statistical Data Analysis Data Validation Compliance Documentation

Shift Lead Manager

Momma Goldberg's Deli

Oct 2021 - May 2024 (2 years 7 months)

Led staff operations and coordinated day-to-day shift responsibilities, earning recognition for leadership and teamwork in 2024.

People Leadership Team Management Operational Coordination Teamwork Leadership

Op-Ed Contributor

The Crimson White

Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 4 months)

Authored an op-ed on HIV awareness and harm reduction, using Southern U.S. HIV and methamphetamine data to support recommendations.

Op Eds Data Analysis Research

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Alabama

Bachelor of Science, Human Environmental Sciences

2024 - 2025

Grade: Cum Laude

Bachelor of Science in Human Environmental Sciences (May 2024–Aug 2025). Interdisciplinary program integrating public health, epidemiology, environmental health, and environmental science.