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Username: gmcmahan
Location: United States
Summary
WRITING: I've interveiwed and written about U.S. senators and a mother struggling to care for her terminally ill child. I've written profiles about deaf children, columns about world-class musicians and painters, and articles about multi-million dollar state education budgets. I've investigated complex legal and business issues, even at the Supreme Court. I've written stories about rock climbers and firemen. So, regardless of the subject matter or style you need, I can write it.
EDITING: My editing experience has been in newspaper, magazine and book publishing environments where perfection is demanded. Working as an editor is about more than just putting commas in the right place. It is the process of enhancing another person's creative work without removing the author's voice. That's the way I always treat my clients' work.
All said, I have 19 years of experience as a writer and editor for newspapers, wire services and magazines. My first book was released in October 2008.
EDITING: My editing experience has been in newspaper, magazine and book publishing environments where perfection is demanded. Working as an editor is about more than just putting commas in the right place. It is the process of enhancing another person's creative work without removing the author's voice. That's the way I always treat my clients' work.
All said, I have 19 years of experience as a writer and editor for newspapers, wire services and magazines. My first book was released in October 2008.
Experience
Employment
NavPress
Date Verified: August 12, 2008
2007-Present - Author
My book is scheduled for release in October 2008.
Date Verified: August 12, 2008
2007-Present - Author
My book is scheduled for release in October 2008.
Freelance Writer and Editor (U.S. and Brazil)
1995-Present - Writer and Editor
1995-Present - Writer and Editor
Frederick (MD) News-Post
Date Verified: August 12, 2008
1992-1994 - Staff reporter
I wrote primarily about education, but I also covered government and politics at the local and state level.
Date Verified: August 12, 2008
1992-1994 - Staff reporter
I wrote primarily about education, but I also covered government and politics at the local and state level.
Capital News Service, Washington, D.C.
1991-1991 - Reporter
Covered U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Senate and House of Representatives, for numerous Maryland daily newspapers and the Knight-Ridder News Wire.
1991-1991 - Reporter
Covered U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Senate and House of Representatives, for numerous Maryland daily newspapers and the Knight-Ridder News Wire.
American Journalism Review
1990-1991 - Editorial Assistant: proofreading, copy editing, fact checking
1990-1991 - Editorial Assistant: proofreading, copy editing, fact checking
About Me
Profile Type: Individual
Number of Employees: 1
For me, working as a writer and editor is more than just work. It connects me with amazing people, places and events in a way that no other work can. I only work on a few projects at a time so that I can give my clients very personal and careful attention. I do not own or participate in a business with multiple writers. You can count on me to be available for your specific writing and editing needs.
I am American and English is my mother tongue, but I'm also fluent in Portuguese.
I am American and English is my mother tongue, but I'm also fluent in Portuguese.
Payment Terms
I prefer to establish a personal working relationship with each client. I am willing to arrange fair payment schedules that meet your needs.
Credentials
Certifications
Society of Professional Journalists, First Place for Writing and Reporting
Awarded: 1994
Awarded: 1994
Associated Press, Outstanding News Writing
Awarded: 1994
Awarded: 1994
Education
University of Maryland, College Park, Master's degree in Journalism
Date Verified: August 12, 2008
1990 - 1993
Date Verified: August 12, 2008
1990 - 1993
Metropolitan State College of Denver, Bachelor's degree in Creative Writing/Literature
1984 - 1989
1984 - 1989
