Katherine Wilson
Winnipeg,MB
Summary
A sharp, seasoned English Copy Editor with 20+ years of editorial and writing experience delivering publication-ready journalism, features, and multi-genre digital content. Combines expert copy editing, proofreading, and editorial judgment with style guide adherence to ensure clarity, consistency, and preservation of client voice across diverse platforms. Adept at content evaluation, error elimination, and collaboration with clients to produce engaging, authoritative work that earns readers' trust and drives connection. The result: meticulously polished work that doesn’t just meet the brief - It exceeds it.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Writer, Editor, Proofreader
Independent Contractor
09.2015 - Current
- Crafted original, AI-free content tailored to client voice and vision, ensuring clarity and consistency throughout
- Worked as a copy editor, proofreader, and writer across diverse genres including blogs, marketing materials, biography, and academic theses
- Applied editorial judgment and style guide principles (Chicago, AP, MLA) to maintain high standards of English grammar, punctuation, and formatting
- Collaborated with clients on platforms including Upwork, Freelancer, and Fiverr to deliver audience-focused content as an independent contractor
- Evaluated content quality, identified inconsistencies, and provided actionable feedback to enhance readability and structure
- Refined existing content for grammar, clarity, and consistency, enforcing editorial standards
- Published work on websites including Treksplorer, Expatsi, SimplyHealthyFamily.org
- Researched niche topics and proposed new content angles to expand client offerings, driving noticeable growth in topic coverage and audience relevance.
- Conducted thorough research on diverse topics, producing well-informed pieces that resonated with readers.
- Collaborated with editors to refine drafts, ensuring consistent tone and style across various platforms.
- Wrote compelling, succinct, clear news scripts under tight deadlines.
- Interviewed individuals by phone, video chat and in-person to write news stories.
- Conducted interviews with subject matter experts to generate topics.
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
Survey Analyst
Ipsos Global Research
09.2014 - 09.2018
- Analyzed survey responses to uncover insights and gather meaningful information from data
- Organized and categorized response data for research clarity
- Summarized and interpreted complex texts to provide actionable results for data analysis team.
Researcher, Writer, Associate Producer
Canadian Broadcasting Corporation
09.2003 - 08.2014
- Conducted thorough primary and secondary research to support program initiatives
- Engineered and executed program content as a researcher, writer, and producer
- Scripted, shot, edited, and packaged diverse news segments and current affairs features
- Coordinated creative and technical teams for seamless production quality
- Maintained detailed program logs and interactive website pages to enhance viewer engagement.
Researcher, Writer, Associate Producer
Women's Television Network
09.1999 - 08.2003
- Conducted detailed primary and secondary research to inform program content
- Formulated and realized program content as a researcher, writer, and producer
- Directed the planning and coordination of creative and technical teams
- Script, shot, edited, and packaged dozens of on-air interviews and panel discussions
- Maintained comprehensive program logs and interactive website pages for viewer interaction.
Freelance Features and Advertorial Writer
Winnipeg Free Press, Winnipeg Sun, Inner City Voice, Interchange Magazine, Metro One Community Newspapers
01.1995 - 09.1999
- Produced feature and advertorial copy for regional newspapers, achieving measurable reader engagement for multiple editions
- Delivered timely articles to six community and city papers, increasing placement frequency and readership reach
- Collaborated with editors to refine story angles and meet tight deadlines, improving publication acceptance rates
- Researched diverse local topics and sources to produce accurate content that supported advertiser objectives
- Adapted writing style to client briefs and publication formats, driving stronger ad response and sustained assignments.
Education
Creative Communications Degree - Journalism, Marketing, Advertising
Red River College Winnipeg
01-1999
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature Major, Psychology Minor
University of Toronto
01-1995
Skills
- English language
- Data analysis
- Creative writing
- Content review
- Content proofreading
- Content editing
- Critical Thinking
- Flexible problem-solving
- Text refinement
- Advanced English grammar
- Editorial judgment
- Proficient in style guides
- Consistent quality assurance
- Effective communication
- Persuasive writing
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- KEY STRENGTHS
- Exceptional command of English language and style
- Journalist-grade research and writing skills
- Ability to evaluate content quality and provide thoughtful feedback
- Comfortable working with large volumes of text
- Keen eye for detail and the ability to quickly spot errors or inconsistencies
- Deadline-driven, I deliver high-quality work on time, every time
- Collaborative communicator who provides clear, actionable feedback and works seamlessly with clients and teams
LINKS
- Linkedin Profile: www.linkedin.com/in/katherine-wilson-05430b18
- Freelancer Profile: (27) Katherine W. Profile | Freelancer
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Freelance Writer, Editor, Proofreader
Independent Contractor
09.2015 - Current
Survey Analyst
Ipsos Global Research
09.2014 - 09.2018
Researcher, Writer, Associate Producer
Canadian Broadcasting Corporation
09.2003 - 08.2014
Researcher, Writer, Associate Producer
Women's Television Network
09.1999 - 08.2003
Freelance Features and Advertorial Writer
Winnipeg Free Press, Winnipeg Sun, Inner City Voice, Interchange Magazine, Metro One Community Newspapers
01.1995 - 09.1999
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature Major, Psychology Minor
University of Toronto
Creative Communications Degree - Journalism, Marketing, Advertising
Red River College Winnipeg