Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Interests
Edited Books
Timeline
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SOMA SAHA

Senior Copy Editor, Content Specialist, L&D Professional
A-604, Vertical Oriana, Keshav Nagar, Mundhwa, Pune, Maharashtra, 411036,Pune

Summary

Result-oriented, self-motivated, experienced copy editor with over 11-year experience in the production of business publications and STEM books and journals. Highly effective team player with good leadership skills; performance-driven facilitator capable of working cohesively and collaboratively with multi-disciplined professionals and teams; demonstrator of in-depth knowledge of content editing and proofreading delivering grammatically correct and logically coherent business content; committed professional to provide clear and concise content for every project and for each client; and dedicated content expert continually striving to raise the bar for publication quality. Proven track record to effectively coach and train content writers to develop writing skills. Agile and adaptable leader with stellar work history, motivational approach, and upbeat nature. Skilled at training employees and leveraging organized approaches to handle daily planning, scheduling, and customer service requirements. Forward-thinking and industrious with diplomatic communication style focused on maximizing engagement and satisfaction.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Senior Legal Copy Editor

DWF Mindcrest
Pune, Maharashtra
05.2020 - Current

● Revised and rewrote content to make it easier for readers to understand.

● Checked work product content for readability, style, and agreement with client’s editorial guidelines.

● Suggested revisions, such as changing words and rearranging sentences and paragraphs to improve the team’s clarity and accuracy.

● Coached and trained the team to develop writing skills and reduce the need for edits.

● Drove ideas in a clear, stylistic, organized, concise and logical manner.

● Applied excellent critical thinking skills and ability to synthesize complex legal and technical information, attention to detail, and great observation skills.

● Collaborated with and influence project stakeholders.

● Engaged with the team on a day-to-day basis to ensure that the team’s understanding of the writing style is aligned with the client’s need.

● Mentored, coached, and guided the team on writing ability and build efficiencies to ensure quality of work product delivered meets client requirements.

● Partnered with the project leadership to develop plans to create better capabilities among team members to accurately and concisely present findings in written form.

● Partnered with Mindcrest University to create training modules on business writing as per client’s requirements.

● Ensured that client requirements are understood and met in a proactive and timely manner.

● Reviewed summaries and SOPs for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, accuracy, and compliance with quality standards.

● Reviewed summaries and recommended changes to improve the flow.

● Devised attention-grabbing headlines and summaries.

● Communicated directly with legal writers to assess summaries and improve quality of work.

● Guided and motivated 35 legal writers to achieve demanding targets under tight deadlines.

● Prepared, rewrote, and edited pieces to improve readability and impact.

● Determined readiness of written pieces, made changes, and approved final versions for publication.

● Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.

● Worked with clients to understand needs and provide excellent service.

● Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.

● Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.

● Prepared a variety of different written communications, SOPs, and documents to ensure smooth operations.

Associate Manager Editing

MarketsandMarkets Research Pvt. Ltd
Pune, Maharashtra
08.2013 - 05.2020
  • Managed/created/edited web content and provided relevant support within the research group.
  • Reviewed and edited copy ahead of final evaluation, verifying content conformed to style and tone guidelines.
  • Worked closely with assistant editors and other content managers to foster the creation of timely, accurate, informative, and thought-provoking stories.
  • Collaborated with writers to develop, strengthen, and maintain individual voice and hone unique writing style.
  • Proofread and reviewed all electronic content for correct grammar and adherence to house style.
  • Directed the content development team to achieve correct tone and consistency.
  • Supervised and guided a team of editors working on daily editorial assignments, offering advice and suggestions for problem solving.
  • Organized weekly editorial meetings to generate publication ideas and review staff recommendations.
  • Collaborated with 50 research analysts and graphic designers to execute successful content creation and establish web content for MarketsandMarkets' publication.
  • Delegated and monitored progress of assignments, ensuring achievement of all deadlines.
  • Collaborated with marketing and communications teams on standardization, design, and production of marketing materials.
  • Contributed to relevant blogs, conferences, and events both off-line and online to increase brand awareness.
  • Wrote and designed effective sales communications collateral.
  • Developed brand identity with distinctive graphic style and tone for all company communications.
  • Created content for the organization's annual report.
  • Worked effectively in a cross-functional, fast-paced environment to complete daily tasks.
  • Managed and mentored a team of research analysts.
  • Oversaw all facets of staffing objectives, including training and daily supervision of junior employees.
  • Assisted research, editorial, and graphics teams with running monthly reports and completing them on time to prevent departmental backlog.
  • Verified facts in written pieces using secondary reference sources, such as Factiva, Bloomberg Businessweek, IEA, and Hoovers.

Senior Copy Editor

Springer Nature
07.2010 - 07.2013
  • Reviewed and edited manuscript ahead of final evaluation, verifying content conformed to style and tone guidelines.
  • Enforced rules of style guides such as [APA] and [In House] consistently to meet individual project requirements.
  • Produced high-quality edited STEM books and journals.
  • Mentored newly hired employees, offering insight into job duties and company policies for easier transition to job position.
  • Coordinated with multiple resources to complete projects on time and within budget.
  • Collaborated with graphic designers and quality assurance executives to execute successful content.
  • Delegated and monitored progress of assignments, ensuring achievement of all deadlines.
  • Held weekly editorial meetings to generate publication ideas and review staff recommendations.
  • Identified appropriate solutions to minimize issues and quickly solve problems.
  • Developed and deepened positive relationships with PMO, design, and production team members to improve communication and collaboration on live projects.
  • Worked with graphic designers to oversee inclusion of visual elements, like images and graphs, to improve page layouts.

Education

MPhil - Philosophy

Rabindra Bharati University
Kolkata, WB
01.2006 - 01.2008

MA - Philosophy

Jadavpur University
Kolkata, WB
01.2003 - 01.2005

BA (H) - Philosophy

Lady Brabourne College, Calcutta University
Kolkata, WB
01.2000 - 01.2003

Skills

Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams; Google Docs, Google Meet; and other web-browsers

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Interests

Reading

Traveling

Gardening

Edited Books

● The Pandemic That Masked the World – COVID 19: A Massacre to Humanity, A Blessing to Nature

● Love In Trying Times

● El Dorado

Timeline

Senior Legal Copy Editor

DWF Mindcrest
05.2020 - Current

Associate Manager Editing

MarketsandMarkets Research Pvt. Ltd
08.2013 - 05.2020

Senior Copy Editor

Springer Nature
07.2010 - 07.2013

MPhil - Philosophy

Rabindra Bharati University
01.2006 - 01.2008

MA - Philosophy

Jadavpur University
01.2003 - 01.2005

BA (H) - Philosophy

Lady Brabourne College, Calcutta University
01.2000 - 01.2003
SOMA SAHASenior Copy Editor, Content Specialist, L&D Professional