Paul OO

Editor

Oxford Partners • Freelance

Dec 2018 - Present • 7 yrs 7 mos

Managed end-to-end editorial workflows for academic, educational, and trade titles to meet rigorous publishing deadlines. Conducted structural and developmental editing to ensure content clarity, logical flow, and adherence to OUP’s high scholarly standards. Coordinated peer review processes by identifying and liaising with subject matter experts to validate research and manuscript quality. Performed meticulous copyediting and proofreading, enforcing strict adherence to the Oxford Style Manual and branding guidelines. Collaborated with authors and contributors to refine manuscripts, providing constructive feedback on tone, accuracy, and pedagogical effectiveness. Evaluated book proposals for commercial viability, academic merit, and alignment with the press’s strategic publishing goals. Oversaw copyright and permissions clearance to ensure all third-party content complied with legal and intellectual property requirements. Cross-functional collaboration with production, marketing, and design teams to facilitate the transition from manuscript to final publication. Ensured technical accuracy in specialized fields, verifying data, citations, and bibliographical references for academic integrity. Monitored industry trends and curriculum changes to identify new opportunities for series development or digital content expansion.

Editor

Long Story Shorts • Freelance

Jan 2017 - May 2019 • 2 yrs 4 mos

Managed end-to-end editorial workflows for academic, educational, and trade titles to meet rigorous publishing deadlines. Conducted structural and developmental editing to ensure content clarity, logical flow, and adherence to OUP’s high scholarly standards. Evaluated book proposals for commercial viability, academic merit, and alignment with the press’s strategic publishing goals. Oversaw copyright and permissions clearance to ensure all third-party content complied with legal and intellectual property requirements. Cross-functional collaboration with production, marketing, and design teams to facilitate the transition from manuscript to final publication. Ensured technical accuracy in specialized fields, verifying data, citations, and bibliographical references for academic integrity.