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JOANNA FOTTRELL 19 Kings Lane
Sutton London SM1 4NY United Kingdom
+44 (0)7970 255 985
A publications specialist with 14 years of experience across various communications roles,
primarily in the field of international development. An experienced editor, proofreader, project manager, production coordinator and typesetter,
with proven skills in print and digital media.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Freelance editor and proofreader, June 2016 to date
Providing editorial support on research and academic publications, including substantive edits and rewriting; copy-editing for impact, sense and house style; proofreading and quality assurance across copy and layout; drafting summaries and abstracts; fact checking and referencing.
Overseas Development Institute (ODI), London UK: November 2005 to January 2016
ODI Publications Manager, October 2010 to January 2016 Provided strategic advice and support to research teams on the planning, editorial content and production of key series, ranging from flagship research reports to short briefings and blogs, academic journals and six annual reports. Oversight of the publications calendar, managing production schedules, resources and internal staffing, as well as freelance editors, designers and printers. Edited and proofread publications and promotional material as required, providing overall quality assurance across outputs and campaigns. Brand guardian for ODI publications and digital media. Project managed the implementation and roll out of an XML-based system (‘Typefi’) to enable streamlined production of pdf and epub editions, as well as the digitisation of ODI’s back catalogue dating back to 1970. Deputised for ODI Director of Communications as necessary. Line managed production, creative and administrative staff.
ODI Production Coordinator, November 2007 to September 2010 Scheduled, typeset and proofread briefing papers, research reports, working papers and annual reports; commissioned freelance editorial and production staff; managed print quotes and suppliers. Responsible for quality assurance according to organisational branding and house style. Introduced production schedules and page templates to improve efficiency of publication processes and ensure consistency across research teams and series. Coordinated the production and marketing of ODI’s two peer reviewed academic journals, Development Policy Review and Disasters.
ODI Production Coordinator - Development Policy Review, November 2005 to October 2007 Coordinated the production, marketing and administration of Development Policy Review journal. Typeset and proofread new articles and issues; managed page budgets and production schedules; coordinated submissions, peer review and final publication by Wiley-Blackwell; implemented marketing campaigns in liaison with publisher. Managed the transition from offline submission and peer-review to Manuscript Central’s online editorial suite.
Umeå Centre for Global Health Research, Umeå, Sweden: May 2008 to March 2010
Communications Officer (20% contract whilst working remotely as ODI Production Coordinator on 80% contract) Developed and implemented strategic communications activities to promote the work and publications of this academic research centre in Northern Sweden. Edited, proofread and promoted academic articles and research reports; co-authored and edited bids and proposals; drafted abstracts, web summaries and marketing materials.
HarperCollins Publishers, London, UK: November 2004 to March 2005
Production Assistant (part-time alongside MA studies) Liaised with printers and editorial, design and publicity departments at various stages of the book production process. Ordered reprints, managed delivery schedules, processed advance copies, archived production files and provided general administrative support.
BMI Airline, Nottingham, UK: May 2004 to September 2004
Content Manager Managed content for commercial website flybmi.com and co-ordinated e-marketing campaigns. Project managed site developments; commissioned and briefed external copywriters, designers and advertising agencies; managed production schedules and budgets. Wrote and edited copy for new web pages and maintained existing site content in line with company and industry activity. Ensured all copy, images and site functionality met customer needs and complied with company branding.
ITV PLC (formerly Carlton Television), Nottingham, UK: November 2002 to May 2004
Press Office Assistant Copy-edited, proofread and content managed online and hardcopy press material for use by national and regional media. Managed production schedules for regional press offices, picture publicity departments and independent production companies. Content manager for itvpresscentre.com, used by registered journalists and other media professionals.
EDUCATION
London College of Communication (formerly London College of Printing), University of the
Arts London, UK: September 2004 to July 2005
MA Publishing (Distinction): A multidisciplinary course with modules including print and electronic media, editorial practice, content creation, sub-editing, project management, financial practice and enterprise, and marketing.
Thesis: ‘Accessing tertiary-level scientific and medical publications in developing countries’. Independent research examining the provision and use of electronic and print publications in academic settings in nine low-income countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America.
University of Leeds, UK: 1999 to 2002 BA (Hons) Communication Studies and English Literature (2:1) Bilborough College, Nottingham, UK: 1997 to 1999 A Level English Literature (A), Communication Studies (A), Biology (A)
Fernwood Comprehensive, Nottingham, UK: 1992 to 1997 10 GCSEs grade A*-C, including English, Mathematics, Science and German
PROFESSIONAL COURSES ATTENDED Typefi for Writers and Designers, ODI in-house course, October 2013
Rewriting and Substantive Editing, Publishing Training Centre, March 2011
An Introduction for Middle Managers, ODI in-house course, December 2011
Copyediting, Society for Editors and Proofreaders, September 2010
Copyright for Non-Publishers, Publishing Training Centre, September 2010
Effective Time Management, ODI in-house course
Presentation Skills, ODI in-house course
KEY SKILLS Proven experience working as a substantive editor and project manager on research
publications. Proficient copy-editor and proofreader, with a meticulous eye for detail. Able to transform
complex ideas into accessible and engaging copy to suit varied audiences and platforms. Experienced production manager with advanced knowledge of publishing processes, including
content management and editorial planning, typesetting, scheduling, resource management, quality assurance and distribution.
Experience in the development and implementation of marketing strategies. Extremely competent using word processing techniques, desktop publishing programs and
content management systems. Able to master new applications with ease. Confident communicator with effective negotiation, influencing and mentoring skills. An
experienced line manager with strong interpersonal skills, sound judgment and the ability to coach and inspire team members.
REFEREES Angela Hawke, freelance writer and editor [email protected] Sue Martin, Communications and Public Relations Consultant [email protected] Ishbel Matheson, ODI Director of Communications [email protected]
