Over the Shoulder Editorial Consulting
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Thanks for stopping by my website dedicated to showcasing my editorial consulting firm known as Over The Shoulder. You will see I offer a variety of services in the editorial world: proofreading to editing to publicity to coaching. I've had excellent editors along the way during my professional career as a journalist, and now I want you to succeed as a writer so I share with you the fruits of my labor: years of training, hitting the books in college, working the newsroom grind and attending countless writing conferences and workshops. I am here to help you improve your writing and get published. As we all know, the writing and publishing business is a competitive place, and like you, I take my work seriously. With offices on both coasts, I split my time between the nation's publishing industry capital (the Big Apple) and the quaint Washington state town known as Bellingham, just 20 minutes from the Canadian border. Thanks to the magic of the Internet, wifi and my reliable laptop, I work virtually with clients around the world. 
Jennifer is a long-time (25+ years) professional journalist, writer, editor and proofreader.
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I come to the industry with more than 25 years' experience, a master's degree, training in ESL, a handful of writing awards, a decade of teaching writing at the college level and a whole lot of passion for helping you improve your writing and make it more sophisticated and polished.
I've worked with hundreds of writers of all levels and genres so I'll let their publishing successes sing my praises. Go to my clients' page and see what it's like to have your name emblazoned on the cover of your book or stamped on your professional website. [Go to my Proofreading page and scroll down for reviews.] As a member of the Editorial Freelancers Association, I follow industry rate ranges. I'm also open to negotiating and creating a special, individualized package for you, especially for return customers and for those with on-going projects. The links below are snippets of the editorial services I offer. If you don't see what you're looking for, I most likely have done it. Click any of the "Schedule Now" buttons you see on this page and I will give you a FREE 20-minute phone or Skype consultation to learn about your project and tell you how I can help you with your editorial goals.  
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Resumes & Cover Letters
Get my Resume Worksheet in PDF!
I created these 10 Resume Tips.
Improve your resume.
Make it professional.
Tailor it to your audience. Email me today to get a free copy: [email protected]
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Proofreading
Menus, websites, memos, posters, brochures, you name it! I proofread your company's materials to ensure they are typo free.
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Writing Coach
Hire an objective editor to help you work through frustrations, fears and confidence. I help you get unstuck and move forward with your memoir, novel or short story.
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Writing Assessment
Are you publishable? Wondering how your writing stacks up? I put your writing sample through a professional assessment. You get a full report listing your strengths and weaknesses.
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Workshops
I design special workshops, classes and retreats for writer's groups, conferences and events. Bring my successful "Writer's Retreat: Ask the Editor" to your locale. Click here for details from the August 2016 retreat!
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Public Speaking Coach
Publicize your book launch, connect with insiders, and announce your latest writing awards. I write press releases, publicity letters and offer you a public speaking plan to boost your confidence.
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Students
I offer discount editorial rates for students. SPECIAL RATES for students and grads of Ithaca College, Plattsburgh State, American University (my alma maters).
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Podcast
Be a guest on my writing podcast, "The Whatcom Wordsmith" and receive a special edited segment for author publicity.
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Writing Contests
As a professional editor, I ensure your work meets contest or application standards and criteria.
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Book Reviews
Ask about my objective book reviews. Boost your sales and your credibility in your genre.
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Journalism
Syndicated Columnist
I write editorials, op-ed and blog posts on: career, job searching, interviewing, today's media, international travel, women's issues, and more. Subscribe to my column and add the tagline: "Jennifer Karchmer is an internationally published writer, journalist, and podcast host & producer."
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First Amendment Advocate
As a volunteer correspondent with Reporters Without Borders, I advocate for and defend freedom of the press. I am host and producer of "The Transparency Report" where I cover journalists who work in dangerous regions. Contact me today if your right to print, publish or speak is being threatened or compromised.
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Newsroom Consultant
I have more than 25 years in print, TV, radio, and online media as a reporter, copyeditor and desk editor. Contact me today for guidance on libel, newsroom best practices, objective reporting, cultivating sources, investigative reporting and developing young journos in your bureau.
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Other fun ways I can help you
ESL Teacher
I work with international students learning English at all levels. Lessons via email, Skype, phone and in person.
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Housesitter
I have done housesitting around the globe since 2006. I keep your home secure and tidy while you are away on vacation, sabbatical or a business trip. I have a specialty in seasonal/snowbird and longer-term sits.
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Travel Writer
Subscribe to my reports and I will take you to places like France, Morocco, South Africa, Iceland and Egypt. Available for specific travel assignments too!
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