A highly accomplished and motivated editor with an eye for design and a passion for the written word. Skilled in producing a wide variety of publications to the highest professional standard, from raw text to print-ready files. Able to deliver challenging projects to tight and changeable deadlines while ensuring full engagement of all key stakeholders. Multi-layered experience of book and newspaper publishing, both in a permanent role and a freelance capacity. Able to work to a brief or under my own initiative, autonomously or in a team. Proven track record in high-pressure environments, often working on multiple projects with varying challenging deadlines. Proven people-manager, able to motivate and lead a team. Passionate about engaging readers with accessible text and clean readable designs. Able to ensure that completed files reach the accepted industry standards and are fit for print. Diverse range of skills that are used outside of the publishing industry.