Detail-oriented Proofreader adept at document management. Applies different style and content guidelines based on individual document uses and requirements. High level of vocabulary understanding, grammar and writing techniques with a superior work ethic.
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Proofreader & Copy Editor
international
Summary
Overview
30
years of professional experience
1
year of post-secondary education
4
Languages
Work History
More Life CoachingSouth Africa
Certified Life Coach
09.2018 - Current
Job overview
- Encourage clients to set and achieve reasonable goals on weekly basis.
- Help clients build life management and coping skills to handle daily needs and specific stressors.
- Facilitated group counseling sessions to support and encourage client growth.
FreelancerSouth Africa
Proofreader & Copy Editor
08.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Check and correct grammatical and spelling errors in diverse documents.
- Revised work to identify missed mistakes before completing assigned assignments.
- Research content and grammatical issues to check accuracy of information.
NoneSandton, Johannesburg
House Executive
01.2012 - 09.2018
Job overview
- Overseeing the day to day running of the household.
- Taking care of 2 children and seeing to their daily needs.
- Paying household bills and taking care of the upkeep of the property.
Sail GroupMidrand, Johannesburg
Executive Administrative Assistant
03.2009 - 12.2011
Job overview
- Produced accurate office files, updated spreadsheets, and crafted presentations to support executives and boost team productivity.
- Screened calls and emails and initiated actions to respond or direct messages for managers.
- Handled scheduling for executive's calendar and prepared meeting agenda and materials.
Malebo Business EnterpriseRandburg, South Africa
Managing Director
01.2003 - 02.2009
Job overview
- Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
- Negotiated new contracts and service agreements with vendors to achieve prime pricing.
- Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations flowing smoothly.
InvestecSandton, Johannesburg
Executive Assistant
05.2001 - 01.2003
Job overview
- Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
- Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
- Conducted research and analyzed data to provide detailed reports on various business topics.
KPMGJohannesburg
Executive Assistant
04.1997 - 09.2000
Job overview
- Screened calls and emails and initiated actions to respond or direct messages for managers.
- Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
- Updated spreadsheets and created presentations to support executives.
Bee GeesSouth Africa
Store Manager Trainee
01.1996 - 03.1997
Job overview
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
First National BankSandton, Johannesburg
Administrative Clerk
01.1994 - 11.1995
Job overview
- Coordinated and maintained impressive office organization to keep facilities efficient, organized, and professional.
- Created and updated physical records and digital files to maintain current, accurate, and compliant documentation of new accounts.
- Sorted, opened, and routed mail and deliveries to meet business requirements.
Education
Global Language TrainingUK
from TEFL & Teach Business English
01.2024 - 03.2024
University Overview
The Blackford CentreUK
No Degree from Life Coaching
01.2018 - 09.2018
University Overview
UdemySouth Africa
No Degree from Proofreading & Copy Editing
04.2001
University Overview
Institute of Business Management South Africa
Executive Assistant
01.1996 - 04.1996
University Overview
Malatse Motsepe High SchoolPretoria, South Africa
High School Diploma
04.2001
University Overview
Skills
Spelling Abilities
Grammar Understanding
Reading Comprehension
Interpersonal and Written Communication
Clear Communication
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Started a Parent Support Group for overseas parents - Dainfern College.
- Started a support group for bereaved friends and their families.
- Held free monthly workshops on different topics - More Life Coaching.
- Gave free HIV/AIDS training - Malebo Business Enterprise.
Timeline
Global Language Training
from TEFL & Teach Business English
01.2024 - 03.2024
Proofreader & Copy Editor
Freelancer
08.2023 - Current
Certified Life Coach
More Life Coaching
09.2018 - Current
The Blackford Centre
No Degree from Life Coaching
01.2018 - 09.2018
House Executive
None
01.2012 - 09.2018
Executive Administrative Assistant
Sail Group
03.2009 - 12.2011
Managing Director
Malebo Business Enterprise
01.2003 - 02.2009
Executive Assistant
Investec
05.2001 - 01.2003
Udemy
No Degree from Proofreading & Copy Editing
04.2001
Malatse Motsepe High School
High School Diploma
04.2001
Executive Assistant
KPMG
04.1997 - 09.2000
Store Manager Trainee
Bee Gees
01.1996 - 03.1997
Institute of Business Management
Executive Assistant
01.1996 - 04.1996
Administrative Clerk
First National Bank
01.1994 - 11.1995