Courtney H.

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Greater St. Louis Area

About

Experience

  • Copyeditor and Content Editor at Freelance
    Mar 2015 - Apr 2018 · 3 yrs 2 mos

    As a freelance copyeditor and content writer, I produce or polish media content for digital, often fast moving, publications. I also work with private citizens to develop their novels for publication. I have been published by Autostraddle, Fry Havoc, and Harlot, among others. (See Publications for more information.)

  • Remote Assistant Editor at Profane
    Feb 2017 - Aug 2017 · 7 mos

    Profane is an annually print literary magazine that publishes "an eclectic mix of poetry, essays, and stories." Responsibilities: --- Assess poetry, fiction, art, and creative nonfiction submissions for publication.

  • Remote Story and Script Editor at Gamerstable RPG Podcast
    Aug 2016 - Jun 2017 · 11 mos

    Founded in 1984, Gamerstable RPG produces podcasts for gamers and science fiction/fantasy enthusiasts. Podcasts include original RPG play-throughs, radio dramas, and pop culture discussions. Responsibilities: --- Accurately copyedit podcast stories and scripts in distance setting on MS Word with Track Changes.

  • Poetry Reader and Blog Series Editor at Bayou Magazine
    Apr 2013 - Aug 2016 · 3 yrs 5 mos

    Bayou Magazine is a nationally-recognized literary magazine, published biannually by The University of New Orleans. They publish fiction, poetry, nonfiction, art, and the winner of their several contests. Responsibilities: --- Assessed poetry submissions for publication. Achievements: --- Developed unique blog series Almae Matres, featuring women writers writing about women. --- Networked to find best possible contributors for series, including award-winning poets and novelists. --- Served on judging panel for Kay Murphy Prize.

  • Bookseller at Barnes and Noble
    Sep 2015 - Oct 2015 · 2 mos