Srilakshmi Narasimhan

Improved the language on articles written on specific topics. Applied prescribed styles and followed consistency across articles.

• Trained a legal content writing team in the basics of writing and per client's style requirements
• Quickly adapted training plans for client needs, keeping timelines, budgets and requirements in mind
• Scheduled and taught online
• Performed continuous evaluations of content and plans in order to enhance delivery and improve effectiveness
• Created and organized supplementary material to support structured lessons
• Recorded and edited videos for use in later courses or by remote learners
• Eliminated process gaps by implementing new methods of standardized training
• Assessed student needs to develop effective training plans

• Account head of a reputed client, incharge of operations, managing the top line and bottom line
• Identified and solved issues with production
• Spearheaded cross-functional initiatives across departments to achieve business goals for bottom-line profits
• Resolved issues and recommended actions based on production and compliance reports
• Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and overall departmental productivity
• Increased workflow by analysing data and maximizing opportunities for improved productivity across several areas
• Led operational team in creation, roll out and management of new product lines
• Initiated on-time, under-budget project management to optimize performance
• Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and client requirements
• Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members

• Oversaw compliance with style guide, editorial guidelines and client requirements across the editorial spectrum of the company
• Oversaw publication of digital and print products
• Managed freelance editorial teams, coordinating with remote workers to achieve prescribed deliverable milestones
• Led weekly departmental meetings to align creative output behind singular editorial voice
• Proofread, edited, and evaluated final copy to verify content aligned with established guidelines and client requirements
• Delegated and tracked each staff member's assignments and deadlines
• Proposed ancillary projects and products to expand diversity of editorial offerings and revenue opportunities
• Edited long and short-form content, specialising in the areas of Law, Humanities and Science
• Hired, trained, and provided daily direction for over 100 employees
• Provided concise and constructive editorial feedback to copyeditors and other stakeholders
• Supervised proofreading, copy editing and indexing functions for client-specific deliverables
• Worked with graphic artists, post-production team members and other specialists to produce client-specific content
• Conducted editorial meetings with staff members to collaborate and review proposed publication suggestions

• Set up an entire Unit single-handedly
• Hired exceptional candidates and led staff to maximize productivity and eliminate process lags
• Oversaw and improved deliveries through proactive coordination of daily operations
• Recruited, hired and trained team members and aligned them to specific client requirements
• Managed, trained and motivated copy-editors and project managers to continuously improve knowledge and abilities in the publishing field
• Eased team transitions and new employee orientation through effective training and development
• Built a loyal account base and long-term business relationships with Editorial accounts
• Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using Editorial and Project Management skills
• Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring programs to improve areas of weakness
• Developed and implemented high-quality work environment as measured through employee satisfaction ratings
• Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards
• Provided exceptional customer service to customers, increasing customer loyalty

• Utilized exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content
• Wrote and edited high-quality content under deadline pressure
• Completed accurate and polished formatting in line with publishing standards prior to submission
• Managed competing deadlines with efficiency
• Reviewed and edited final copy for accuracy and oversaw all phases of production

• Conducted training courses and prepared training materials for long-term use
• Assessed skill gaps for employees in the Editorial Department and developed training courses to meet identified needs
• Directed training programs and development paths for managers and supervisors
• Developed surveys to identify training needs based on projected production processes and changes
• Researched and created relevant course materials to achieve training objectives
• Evaluated success of training programs through periodic assessments and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness
• Implemented new learning strategies depending upon employees' skill levels
• Led daily, weekly and monthly coaching, counseling and feedback sessions
• Selected and assigned instructors to conduct specific training programs
• Drove departmental performance and achievement of service levels through focused team operational reviews, structured coaching and managing to enterprise targets
• Communicated all learning and performance objectives, schedules and training assessments to upper management
• Developed departmental systems and procedures to better align workflow processes
• Analysed effectiveness of training programs at all levels and recommended updates
• Managed new employee orientation training process for more than 100 employees each year
• Reviewed and edited all training materials for accuracy and company policy compliance
• Trained new hires to perform cross-training exercises with experienced workers
• Created and edited training manuals, multimedia visual aids and other educational materials

• Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts
• Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals
• Obtained needed resources by strategically negotiating with stakeholders and outside suppliers
• Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients
• Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays
• Adhered to budget requirements with excellent planning and consistent expense monitoring
• Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets
• Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers
• Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic
• Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications
• Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems

• Copyedited both books and journals based on the requirements of the client and client-specific styles and prescribed manuals
• Indexed several books in Science, Humanities and Law streams

• Copyedited books and journals based on clients' requirements
• Got trained in various aspects of editing by going through several copyediting manuals such as Oxford Guide to Style, Chicago Manual of Style etc
• Worked and adhered to strict deadlines

• Organized material, determined area of emphasis, and wrote according to prescribed editorial style and format standards
• Assisted with layout work to meet aggressive production schedules
• Proofread manuscripts and other forms of copy for general grammatical correctness
• Prepared PDF tables, listings and figures for electronic publishing
• Determined readiness of written pieces, made changes and approved final versions for publication
• Reviewed articles for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, accuracy and compliance with quality standards
• Worked with graphic artists, post-production team members and other specialists to produce captivating and successful content
• Devised attention-grabbing headlines and summaries for articles
• Reviewed reports and recommended changes to improve copy flow
• Supported design team by helping develop layouts and collaborating with production professionals to create publications