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Isobel R. — Mid-Level Language Specialist from South Africa

Isobel R.

Mid-Level Language Specialist

South Africa 6+ years
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EnglishAfrikaans
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About

Isobel R. is an experienced Language Specialist and Copy-editor based in South Africa, with a proven record from 2012 in academic, technical, and digital content domains. As a freelancer since 2018, she has handled editing, formatting, translation, and copywriting for blogs and niche magazines, and has also provided tutoring in English and mathematics. At Newbridge Graduate Institute (2024–2026), Isobel collaborates with authors to optimize academic materials across IT, Engineering, Education, Leisure and Environment, and Sport sectors. Previously, at Smart Digital Asset (2022–2023), she edited and implemented SEO best practices for gardening, tropical fish, and automotive publications. Her tenure at Pearson Education (2012–2018) focused on producing quality training materials, collaborating with lecturers, and maintaining publication standards.

Experience

  • Copy-editor

    Newbridge Graduate Institute · 2024 — 2026
    Worked collaboratively with authors to generate and enhance training content and publications, while also editing and formatting academic materials across various schools including IT, Engineering, Education, Leisure and Environment, and Sport.

  • Copy-editor

    Smart Digital Asset · 2022 — 2023
    Focused on editing and the application of SEO best practices within the gardening, tropical fish, and automotive niches.

  • Language Practitioner

    Freelancer · 2018 — Present
    Engaged in editing and formatting diverse texts, as well as translation and copywriting for blogs and niche magazines. Provided tutoring services in English and mathematics alongside miscellaneous opportunities.

  • Copy-editor

    Pearson Education · 2012 — 2018
    Collaborated with authors and lecturers to develop and refine training content and publications. Created study and lecturer guides, tests, and exams, while correcting spelling, punctuation, and grammar. Ensured effective communication with subject matter experts to enhance publications and advocated for end-users. Also established and upheld quality standards through a maintained standards guide.

Skills & Expertise

CopywriterWritingOnline Community ManagementEditing and ProofreadingContent CreationTranslationLanguage Services

Education

  • Ba Hons. Translation and Professional Writing
    University of Pretoria · — — 2012
  • Ba Languages
    University of Pretoria · — — 2009

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