Overview
With over 15 years of experience in developmental and copy editing, I am dedicated to helping female authors like you transform manuscripts into published works. I've worked in various industries, including Fortune 100 brands, in-house publishing houses, entrepreneurs, and indie and established authors across genres.
Specializations:
I specialize in both fiction and non-fiction editing, focusing on enhancing narrative flow, character development, and overall manuscript structure. My services include:
Manuscript Critique
Developmental (Structural) Editing
Line Editing
Copy Editing
Proofreading
Fact-Checking
Quality Assurance
Editing Philosophy:
My approach to editing is collaborative and client-focused. I believe in maintaining your unique voice as an author while ensuring depth, coherence, and engagement. My goal is to provide clear, actionable feedback that enhances your manuscript’s strengths and addresses its weaknesses.
You can expect:
● Holistic analysis to ensure your manuscript has the essential elements for a great story.
● A finished product that adheres to editorial standards—CMOS or your preferred style.
● Open and honest communication.
● Tailored feedback to ensure our collaboration is productive and enjoyable.
● Insights and suggestions to improve and produce the best version of your story.
Rates:
My services prioritize quality and value over low prices.
My rates align with seasoned professionals and Editorial Association guidelines. I go more in-depth than most editors (so I've been told), performing a comprehensive analysis of your manuscript before offering actionable recommendations to strengthen your plot, clarity, flow, and readability.
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Here’s what some of my clients have said about working with me:
"Rozi is incredible. She's so organized in her feedback, and I feel like she really read and cared about my manuscript. She's everything you want in an editor." — Kelly V.
"Wow! I was hoping to be challenged to write the best possible manuscript and Rozi proved to be the right person! The level of detail is keeping me on my toes. Using her suggestions my finished manuscript will be much more compelling. I highly recommend her! Thank you, Rozi!" — Christine N.
"Rozi went far above basic copy editing. Her comments and suggestions were insightful and will improve my novel tremendously. Thanks to Rozi's hard work, my book will become a wonderful piece I can be proud of. What more can I ask for?" — Marjorie G.
Let’s Work Together:
If you’re looking for an editor who's obsessed with the details and passionate about helping you achieve your publishing goals, I’d love to hear from you.
Services
Fiction
Non-Fiction
Languages
Awards
- aces Member
Certifications
- B.A. Journalism and Linguistics, NYU
- Copy Editing Certificate, Emerson College
- Developmental Editing, UCLA
- MA International Crime and Justice
Work experience
The Developmental
As the founder of The Developmental, I provide editorial and copywriting consulting services for Fortune 100 brands such as American Express, small and medium-sized businesses, entrepreneurs, and authors across genres. My goal is to empower female authors and support small and medium-sized business owners by transforming complex ideas into engaging, stereotype-defying narratives and impactful content.
My services include:
• Editing manuscripts for grammar, punctuation, syntax, and clarity
• Structural edits to improve content organization and readability
• Substantive edits to refine voice and tone, ensuring your manuscript resonates with the intended audience
• Crafting compelling narratives across various mediums, including digital content, marketing materials, and advertising campaigns.
• Maintaining and adapting style guides to ensure tone, voice and messaging consistency across platforms.
Time Inc. /American Express
Directed the editing and writing efforts for Travel + Leisure, overseeing 100+ print and online communication pieces.
Content Development: Conceptualized and developed innovative themes for quarterly print newsletters.
Editing and Fact-Checking: Led the editing and fact-checking process for all content, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to brand standards.
Lead Copywriter and Editor: Served as the lead copywriter and editor for various websites, ensuring content was engaging, accurate, and aligned with brand marketing objectives.
Email Marketing Campaigns: Spearheaded end-to-end email marketing campaigns—from concept and copy guidance to drafting, editing, launching, and performance tracking—driving member engagement and retention.
Reedsy
I provide developmental, structural, copy and line editing for fiction and non-fiction works.
I’d love to work with you if you:
➡️ Have a great story.
➡️ Love to write and believe a “revision is one step closer to done.”
➡️ Want to create strong, complex female characters.
➡️ Are not a fan of cliches and familiar plot lines.
➡️ Want to become a published author because you have something to share with the world.
➡️ Believe in a collaborative relationship.
Portfolio
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