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Overview
Work History
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Pilates and Yoga Teacher
Software
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Dominique Owen

Production Editor
Durban,KZN

Summary

Dynamic Senior Sub-Editor skilled in copyediting, proofreading, and layout design with strong emphasis on accuracy and efficiency. Excellent team collaborator known for adaptability and reliability, always focused on achieving optimal outcomes. Proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Production Editor

Independent Media
04.2008 - 11.2024
  • Designed online magazines and newspapers for print.
  • Optimized reader engagement with compelling headlines and subheadings that reflected article content.
  • Collaborated with design teams to create visually appealing layouts to complement written content.
  • Streamlined editorial processes for efficient content production, managing multiple projects with strict deadlines.
  • Developed a positive reputation within the industry by consistently delivering high-quality content that resonated with target audiences.
  • Mentored junior staff members in editing techniques and best practices, fostering professional growth within the team.
  • Enhanced publication quality by meticulously proofreading and editing articles for grammar, punctuation, and style consistency.
  • Worked closely with cross-functional teams including marketing, product management, and sales to ensure cohesive messaging across all platforms.
  • Selected relevant images to accompany content for maximum impact.

Sub-Editor

Media24
10.2005 - 03.2008

Increased reader retention rates by shaping engaging headlines that accurately reflected article content and captured audience interest.

  • Upheld brand consistency across all published content by adhering to established editorial guidelines and maintaining a strong understanding of company voice and tone.
  • Enhanced publication quality by meticulously proofreading and editing articles for grammar, spelling, and style consistency.
  • Improved overall readability of publications with meticulous attention to detail in editing both long-form articles and short news snippets.
  • Maximized reader engagement through the selection of compelling images, layout design modifications, and headline improvements.

Copy Editor

Independent Newspapers
09.2004 - 09.2005
  • Enhanced writer skills by providing constructive feedback on submitted drafts.
  • Enhanced content quality by meticulously proofreading and editing various news articles and entertainment copy.
  • Reduced errors by diligently fact-checking information and sources in written materials.
  • Contributed to team success by consistently meeting tight deadlines under pressure.
  • Created headlines, subheads and photo captions for local and national news stories.
  • Recommended copy edits based on knowledge of target audience and internal and external style guides.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Humanities

UKZN
Durban
05-1995

Skills

  • Layout design
  • Content editing
  • Deadline management
  • Fact-checking proficiency
  • Proofreading expertise
  • Grammar mastery
  • Headline writing
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Clear communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Relationship building
  • SEO
  • Selecting photos
  • Online content editing

Pilates and Yoga Teacher

I teach Yoga and Pilates. I am passionate about teaching the importance of physical activity to feed the mind, body and heart.

Software

Indesign, Incopy

Timeline

Senior Production Editor

Independent Media
04.2008 - 11.2024

Sub-Editor

Media24
10.2005 - 03.2008

Copy Editor

Independent Newspapers
09.2004 - 09.2005

Bachelor of Arts - Humanities

UKZN
Dominique OwenProduction Editor