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Miriam Dunn

@miriamdunn

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Editorial and writing professional combining copyediting expertise with cross-cultural communication.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for an entry-level role where I can contribute as an editor or writer—copyediting, formatting, and supporting publication quality—while using my cross-cultural communication skills. I want a collaborative team that values precision, clear communication, and growth.

I build strong written work end-to-end—researching, evaluating sources, and synthesizing information into organized projects—while adapting my writing style across academic, creative, and discussion-based formats. With an emphasis in creative writing and a minor in French, I’m comfortable working with diverse audiences and cross-cultural perspectives, and I enjoy collaborating through workshops, peer reviews, and group discussions.

In editing and publication work, I served as Contributing Staff Editor, where I edited submissions for clarity and coherence, performed copyediting and line editing across drafts, and typeset/formatted journal content using Adobe software for publication. I also bring an operational, detail-focused mindset from baking and hospitality experience—delivering high-volume quality under time constraints, maintaining organization and accuracy, coordinating workflow priorities, and supporting customer-facing service—so I can perform reliably in fast-moving environments.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Contributing Staff Editor

Essais Journal

Sep 2023 - Dec 2023 (3 months)

Edited academic submissions for clarity, coherence, and style through copyediting and line editing. Typeset and formatted journal content using Adobe software and collaborated with writers and editors to finalize work.

Academic Editing Line Editing Formatting Adobe

Baking Intern

Fabrique Bakery

May 2022 - Aug 2022 (3 months)

Produced high-volume baked goods under time constraints while maintaining quality and following detailed specifications and presentation standards. Coordinated with the team to ensure efficiency and consistency, and managed incoming orders and inventory.

Time Management Specifications Food Presentation Standards Team Coordination Inventory Management Order Receiving And Storage

Cultural Exchange Participant

Nacel International Travel

Jan 2021 - Jun 2021 (5 months)

Participated in a fully immersive, French-speaking cultural exchange by living with a host family in Brittany. Developed cross-cultural communication and language skills while adapting independently to new cultural and social environments.

Cross Cultural Communication French Language Immersion Cultural Adaptation Independent Adaptation

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Utah Valley University

Bachelor of Arts, English

Activities and societies: Emphasis in Creative Writing; produced essays and creative work; adapted writing across academic/creative/discussion formats; led/contributed to workshops and peer reviews; minor in French (literature, history, linguistic anthropology).

Earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with an emphasis in Creative Writing. Produced analytical essays and original creative work, conducted research, and developed cross-format writing and communication skills; also completed a minor in French.

Utah Valley University – Culinary Arts Institute

Associate of Applied Science, Culinary Arts

Activities and societies: Study abroad: Spain, Portugal, Morocco (culinary-focused cultural immersion).

Completed an Associate of Applied Science in Culinary Arts from Utah Valley University. Developed problem-solving and precision skills in a fast-paced environment and supported kitchen operations and customer service during banquets and catered events.