Kim James

Worked as a freelance writer, producing reporting and written features. Supported editorial needs through research and clear, audience-focused writing.

Produced formatted layouts for publishing, ensuring content was presented cleanly and consistently. Supported preparation of final pages for release.

Designed and laid out publication materials for a literature-focused initiative. Produced organized page structures suitable for distribution.

Formatted e-pubs and supported web maintenance for published content. Converted manuscripts into readable digital formats and kept online material up to date.

Managed editorial and page-design workflow across multiple genres, from manuscript formatting through publication-ready layouts and covers. Used Adobe tools and production scheduling to deliver consistent book interiors, covers, and e-pub-ready outputs.

Created publication layouts using Adobe tools to produce print-ready book interiors. Designed pages with attention to typography, structure, and readability.

Performed editing for business/publication content, supporting production with clean, accurate copy. Ensured materials met editorial requirements before release.

Provided editing support including copyediting and fact-checking for published materials. Wrote headlines and cutlines to improve clarity and presentation.

Completed studies/training at First Methodist Houston from 2021 to 2023.

Earned a Master of Professional Studies in Publishing while working as a publication and website manager, including editing and fact-checking copy, writing headlines and cutlines, editing photos in Adobe Photoshop, and laying out content with Adobe InDesign.

Earned a Bachelor of Arts with a focus on Journalism and Business Management, including transitioning a broadsheet newspaper to a full-color magazine and producing informational materials for ministries.