Dan Wilson
Editorial Assistant With Significant Administration Experience
London,ENG
Summary
Highly organised, enthusiastic and detail-oriented Editorial Assistant with two years of experience supporting editorial teams for a leading academic publisher, alongside a wealth of additional administrative experience. Adept at collaborating with authors, editors, and production teams to ensure high-quality content and timely publication.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Editorial Assistant
Springer Nature
09.2022 - Current
- Primary point of contact for authors and reviewers, providing timely and professional responses to inquiries and facilitating effective communication.
- Assisted editors with day-to-day processes, including management of bespoke manuscript tracking software to ensure editorial decisions could be made without delay.
- Managed Excel databases and producing weekly reports, ensuring accurate records of submissions, decisions, and communications.
- Performed initial proofreading and copyediting of manuscripts to ensure clarity, coherence, and adherence to style guidelines.
- Liaised with production teams to ensure smooth transition from manuscript acceptance to publication, enhancing workflow efficiency.
Teacher of Music
AIM North London
9 2021 - 08.2022
- Independently planned and delivered engaging and effective curricula for all students aged 11-16, with particular focus on students with special educational needs and English as an additional language.
- Maintained and analysed records and chronologies of student attainment data.
- Prepared reports for senior management and parents.
- Actively engaged in pastoral student support.
- Ran a successful Year 7 group reading session every morning to improve English comprehension and foster a love of literature.
Data Administrator
Gattaca Plc
02.2020 - 03.2020
- Completed data transfer tasks with excellent accuracy and efficiency.
- Demonstrated strong IT skills and an ability to work autonomously with confidence.
- Independently trained new starters to a high standard.
Claims Administrator
The Fair Trade Practice
02.2018 - 12.2019
- Processed varied and complex documentation from customers and large banking organisations.
- Collated and analysed data on spreadsheets and other office software.
- Reviewed and edited correspondence with customers for compliance with data protection legislation.
- Communicated professionally with clients and businesses via telephone and email.
- Helped to hit team targets for 85 weeks in a row.
- Received employee of the month award for November 2018.
Administration and Admissions Assistant
IntoUniversity
04.2016 - 10.2016
- Completed data entry tasks accurately and effectively to strict deadlines.
- Liaised with other employees around the world in a professional manner via email or telephone.
- Produced high-quality communications for internal and external use.
Education
Postgraduate Certificate in Education -
University College London
05.2020 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Music Production
Southampton Solent University
09.2011 - 06.2015
A-levels - Music Technology, Film Studies & Media Studies
Barton Peveril College
Eastleigh 01.2011 - 04.2015
Brookfield Community School
Fareham 01.2009 - 04.2011
Additional Information
- Avid reader of a diverse array of literary genres. Currently reading: Sorrow and Bliss by Meg Mason.
- Accomplished musician and music/audio producer, playing drums, guitar, bass and piano in my spare time.
Timeline
Editorial Assistant
Springer Nature
09.2022 - Current
Postgraduate Certificate in Education -
University College London
05.2020 - 05.2021
Data Administrator
Gattaca Plc
02.2020 - 03.2020
Claims Administrator
The Fair Trade Practice
02.2018 - 12.2019
Administration and Admissions Assistant
IntoUniversity
04.2016 - 10.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Music Production
Southampton Solent University
09.2011 - 06.2015
A-levels - Music Technology, Film Studies & Media Studies
Barton Peveril College
01.2011 - 04.2015
Brookfield Community School
01.2009 - 04.2011
Teacher of Music
AIM North London
9 2021 - 08.2022
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