QUALIFICATIONS
SUMMARY Indexing, Cataloging & Library Services Strong background in
library work, reference services, information gathering, database editing, record keeping and data organization including
keyword creation and cataloging; freelance book and magazine indexer; specialization in writing English indexes for works
translated from German
Research & Fact Checking Expertise in the use and command of print, database and Internet
resources including experience in query writing and search methods used for effective information gathering; extensive background
in researching and verifying facts
Proofreading & Editing Strong skills in proofreading and editing for graphics, grammar, spelling,
content, style and legal compliance; specialized knowledge in proofreading for correct use of brands and trademarks
Foreign Language Native fluency in German and English; proficient Spanish; some knowledge of French,
Italian, Portuguese; knowledge of online linguistic and word reference resources; background in translation
Writing Extensive skills in writing guidelines, procedures, how-to instructional materials, research
reports, abstracts and summaries; experience writing resumes, cover letters, job descriptions and professional bios
Legal In-depth knowledge of advertising law
and regulatory guidelines; in-depth knowledge of intellectual property law with a specialized background in trademark search,
clearance and protection; general knowledge of publishing and publicity law
PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND
SCHOTT Indexing (2006 – Present)
Indexer
TIME INC. (2004 – 2009)
Ad Review Specialist – Copy Acceptance
Reviewed advertising materials to ensure ads were free
of errors and in compliance with standards and guidelines. Evaluated research claims, content, product information and company
specifics. Wrote and created reports on advertising trends, regulatory rules and product specifics. Proofread ads for
style, content and correct use of grammar and trademarks. Managed department research library, subject category files
and magazine archive.
Magazines: Time, Life, Entertainment
Weekly, People, People en Espaņol, People StyleWatch, Teen People, Sports Illustrated, Sports Illustrated Kids, SI Latino,
In Style, Real Simple, Essence, All You, This Old House, Business 2.0, Money, Fortune, FSB http://www.timeinc.com
LADAS & PARRY (2001 – 2004)
Trademark Analyst & Translator – Trademark Watch
Monitored 12,000+ international trademarks and logos to ensure
clients’ brands were not imitated, misused or infringed upon. Created search keywords to ensure retrieval
of phonetic variants, foreign language equivalents, synonymous terms and conceptually related word and image marks. Translated
documents from German to English.
LIGHTHOUSE INTERNATIONAL (2002 – 2003) Library
Cataloger Classified and cataloged information for books on tape using data from MARC records.
MTV NETWORKS (2002 – 2003) Coordinator,
Intellectual Property – Law & Business Affairs
Coordinated the clearance of potential program titles and trademarks
for 15+ channels. Conducted preliminary copyright, title and trademark screening scans. Proofread advertisements and
licensed marketing materials for correct use of trademarks, logos, and credit lines.
Channels: MTV, MTV2, MTVU, VH1, VH1 Classic
Rock, VH Uno, Nickelodeon, Nick Jr., Nick at Nite, TV Land, Noggin, The N, LOGO, Spike TV, CMT
CT CORSEARCH (1999 – 2001) Senior
Researcher – Production
Using a variety of online, database and hard copy resources, researched federal and state trademark, copyright and common
law records to create trademark clearance reports.
JUPITER RESEARCH (1998 – 1999) Marketing
List Researcher (Intern) Reviewed industry publications to identify and verify new target
names used for direct marketing.
EDUCATION
Southern Connecticut State University
Master of Library Science (currently
pursuing)
Hunter College of the City University of New York
Bachelor of Arts – cum laude
Major: Sociology, Minor: Spanish
New York University
Certificate in Editing
focus on indexing, copyediting, proofreading and grammar
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