Welcome!
I am Nimna Perera, a trusted and dedicated copyeditor. These two adjectives I have not used lightly but earned over the years of working with first-time and experienced writers to deliver a publication-ready copy.
An avid reader and a book enthusiast, I LOVE collaborating with writers to not only give feedback on mechanics, but also provide a reader's perspective. You can count on me to be honest and direct in the feedback I give you from the first reading to the Nth.
I consider it an honor to have the opportunity to be one of your first readers, and it is a priceless reward in my line of work.
Education
2016-2018
St.Cloud State University, MN
Graduate Student
Graduate teaching assistant
Master's in Teaching English as a Second/Foreign Language.
Subjects: Language Acquisition, Research and Empirical Design, Assessment and Evaluation, American English, Principles of Document Design
2011-2014
University of Sri Jayewardenepura,
Sri Lanka
Bachelor's in English Language and Literature
Focus Areas: English language and grammar, Structure of English, Syntax-Semantics-Pragmatics, Critical Reading and Writing, Discourse Analysis, Sociolinguistics, Applied Linguistics, Material Development and Language Testing, Translation
Literary Theory, Literary Periods, Medieval to Metaphysical Literature, Shakespeare Studies, Augustan & Victorian Literature, Modern British Literature, Postcolonial Literature, American Literature, Modern Drama, 20th-Century Fiction
Certifications
ACES-Poynter Advanced Certificate in Editing
ELVTR Editor in Book Publishing Certificate
Experience
2019-Present
Copy Editor | Proofreader
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Developmental editing, copy editing, post-editing, and proofreading services for novice and experienced writers.
Specializing in:
Master’s and doctoral dissertations, research papers, and college essays.
Fiction, non-fiction, & poetry manuscripts
Scope:
Collaborate with writers to understand project goals and target readership.
Restructure content to ensure coherence, cohesion, and consistency.
Conduct comprehensive fact-checking to validate references and avoid plagiarism.
Format documents adhering to APA guidelines
Proofread materials for grammar, punctuation, and spelling accuracy according to APA and Chicago style guides.
Guaranteed on-time project turnaround with high quality and client satisfaction.
High retention of a returning client base across industries over the years through strong communication skills and professionalism.
2016-2018
English Language Instructor
Intensive English Center | SCSU
English Language Instructor for international undergraduate & graduate students
Scope:
Conduct classes to improve English reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills for general and academic purposes
Create syllabi
Conduct research to track the progress of the program
Update teaching methods based on current research
Train new teachers on grading and assessment criteria
Consistently higher rate of passing students
2016 Jan -2016 July
Lecturer
Golden College, Kandy, Sri Lanka
Teach students to communicate effectively in professional and business English
Evaluate and update department course materials
TOEFL test preparation