MIAH
TOWNSEND
Proofreader
MISSION
EDUCATION
As a student and professional, I have a strong
appreciation for high-quality writing. My
education and skills have contributed greatly to
my natural ability to revise content for
grammar, punctuation, spelling, and formatting
errors. I am committed to providing excellent
proofreading services that elevate written
content and leave my client with a new sense of
confidence before publishing.
Proofreading Anywhere: General Proofreading Course – Certification
September 2022
CONTACT
PHONE:
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WEBSITE:
https://www.polishedproofreading.org/
EMAIL:-
TOPICS OF INTEREST &
SPECIALTIES
Psychology
Counseling
Education
Public health
Lifestyle
Parenting
Sports/athletics
Social justice
Academic writing
Children’s book manuscripts
Young adult novel manuscripts
Non-fiction novel manuscripts
Fiction novel manuscripts
Websites, blogs, podcasts, and social media
Transcripts
Business forms, reports, and contracts
Advertisements
Capella University – MS in School Counseling
October 2017 – Present (projected graduation December 2022)
Tulane University – BS in Psychology, Minor in Public Health
July 2013 – December 2016
WORK EXPERIENCE
Polished Proofreading LLC– Proofreader, Owner
August 2022 – Present
King County Sheriff’s Office – Evidence Specialist/Quartermaster
August 2019 – February 2022
King County Sheriff’s Office – Administrative Specialist II
March 2018 – August 2019
Community Psychiatric Clinic - Residential Counselor
June 2017 – March 2018
SKILLS
15+ years of Microsoft Office experience
Academic and research writing
Project management (individually and team-oriented)
Familiarity with professional contracts, documents, and forms
Proofreading using Microsoft Word and/or iAnnotate
Experience using Chicago Manual of Style, APA, AP and MLA style guides
Experience using Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary
Strong time management skills
Effective problem-solving skills and resourcefulness
Outstanding attention to detail
Excellent communication skills