BRAD GREEN

+1 (902) 691-2639; brad.d.green@hotmail.com

1580 Queen Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia

Versatile, business-conscious editor and project manager with an extensive background in improving the written language. Highly detail- and goal-oriented with a demonstrable commitment to quality. Adept at navigating competing demands from key stakeholders, coordinating parallel projects, and balancing multiple priorities. Excellent prioritization and organization skills. Interested in acquiring editing and management experience across a wider range of contexts or publication mediums.

QUALIFICATIONS

·       Over ten years of experience as a writer, editor, and proofreader.

·       Skilled at rendering complex content into simple language with a keen eye for detail and voice.

·       Proven ability to meet targets or goals through meticulous planning, developing resources, training and mentoring, and ensuring consistency over time.

·       Close knowledge of style guides (e.g., AP, Chicago), distinctions in Canadian, British, and American English, and other publishing standards.

·       Proficient in Microsoft and Adobe suites, Google Workspace, smartphone applications for business management, and creating/administering websites built on platforms such as WordPress/Squarespace/Wix.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Founder and Lead Editor   2019 – present

EnglishEditors.ca

 ·       Independently ensure technical accuracy and a high editing standard through the provision of substantive editing and copyediting services to clients from a variety of disciplines.

·       Maintain constant communication with freelance editors to streamline workflow, track manuscripts, and provide feedback.

English Language Issue Managing Editor   2019 – present

Beijing Magazine (remote)

 ·     Oversee and guarantee the overall quality of the magazine from cover to cover.

·       Edit and proofread magazine articles, along with various other projects managed by the Beijing Foreign Cultural Exchanges Centre such as official documents for the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics. Have contributed to over 1500 articles and projects to date.

·     Fact-check written content, and ensure accuracy and consistency of article content, titles, headings/subheadings, photographs, photograph captions, etc.

·     Collaborate with a team of researchers, writers, editors, and translators.

Essay Editor   2019 – present

Various Clients (part-time, remote)

 ·       Edit and proofread personal statements and essays for students applying to undergraduate, masters, and PhD programs at top universities in the United States, United Kingdom, Hong Kong, Singapore, etc.

·       Rated by peers as the top-ranked essay editor, with excellent results.

Copy Editor, Proofreader   2019 – present

Hasmark Publishing, Ontario, Canada (freelance, remote)

 ·     Edit and proofread book manuscripts with an average word count of 50,000 words.

·     Meet virtually with authors to discuss and understand their vision.

·     Offer editorial advice and feedback.

Founder, Writer, Editor, Proofreader   2015 – present

East Watch Review (www.eastwatchreview.com)

 ·     Founder, Head Writer, and Lead Editor of East Watch Review, the first and only English language online magazine with a strict focus on Eastern horology, both historical and present-day

·     Maintain strong relationships with industry leaders at the highest levels, and provide readers with honest, informative, and quality content.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

News Copy Editor, Proofreader   2020 – 2023

General Biologics, Shanghai, China (part-time, remote)

 ·     Work with a team of journalists, writers, and translators to produce accurate and timely daily news briefs in the pharmaceutical field.

·     Fact-check all materials for accuracy.

·     Responsible for the overall quality and accuracy of all information published.

·       Communicate and collaborate with team members remotely via Microsoft Teams software.

English Marketing Manager and Head Copywriter   2014 – 2016

Crazy Sales, Guangzhou, China, and Springvale, Australia

 ·       Managed the English-speaking marketing team.

·       Writing product titles and descriptions; writing blog posts for SEO; overseeing the quality of all English language content used on the various Crazy Sales platforms and social media accounts.

Copywriter and English Teacher   2013 – 2014

PennElcom, Fenggang, China

 ·       Writing, editing, and proofreading all English language content used both on the company website and product print catalogs.

·       Conducted daily English lessons for factory and office staff.

 Graphic Designer, English Language Content Editor   2009 – 2013

361 Degrees (sportswear brand), Beijing, China

 ·       Assistant to the Creative Director.

·       Designed and produced seasonal sportswear garments.

·       Ensured the correct use of any English language used on garments or in print material.

Owner, Graphic Designer, Photographer   2007 – 2010

Connected Cultures Clothing Co., San Diego, California

 ·       Partnered with non-profit organizations such as the American Red Cross, Invisible Children, and others to raise money for various international causes by designing and selling socially conscious apparel.

·       Featured in several local and international fashion and design magazines.

Aviation Electrician/Landing Signalman 2002 - 2007

 ·       United States Navy

EDUCATION

 BA in Communications, Washington State University