Hi all, I am trying to redo my resume, and I was seeking some advice on the professional summary. I am looking for a career as a biologist/scientific journalist, and I am unsure what all I should include or how long the summary should be. Any advice is appreciated!
Hey all! I was wondering what categories I should include on my resume. Are skills/awards/objective still necessary?
Hi all, I've posted here before, and I've gotten no feedback. I'm going to keep trying.
I'm a recent graduate (BS), and I've been applying to jobs for over a year and have only gotten 2 interviews. I have no idea if it's the job market or my resume, but if it is something I can fix, I want to.
I'm looking for advice on how I should display my education on my resume (I have a minor as well, and honor societies, dean's list, stuff like that)
But I also don't know how I should be relaying my work experience. I'm also a published author. I have this all on my resume, but it's clearly not working.
My job interests range from anything in marine/wilderness biology to editing/publishing/freelance writing. I have years of experience in both of these fields.
Does anyone have advice on what I'm doing wrong? If need be, I can post my resume.
Hi everyone! I’m hoping to get some constructive feedback on my resume. I’ve been applying to jobs recently but haven’t had much luck getting interviews, so I’m wondering if there’s something about my resume that could be holding me back.
I’m primarily interested in marine biology, scientific writing/communication, editing, and related remote positions, so I’d especially appreciate feedback from people who have experience hiring in those fields.
I’ve redacted my personal information for privacy, but the education, experience, skills, and other relevant information are unchanged.
I’d love feedback on things like:
I’m definitely open to honest criticism — I’d rather know what needs improvement than just hear that it looks good!
Thank you in advance to anyone willing to take the time to look it over and give me some advice. I really appreciate it!
Name
Content Writer | Editor | Science Communicator
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LinkedIn:
Portfolio:
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Writer and editor with experience in journalism, publishing, academic editing, and scientific communication. Skilled in content development, copy editing, editorial workflows, and audience-focused storytelling across digital and print platforms. Biology graduate with a background in marine science and a strong ability to translate complex ideas into clear, engaging content. Experienced leading editorial teams, managing publication standards, and producing polished written materials under deadline.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Managing Editor — Wanderlust Literary Magazine
2024
• Managed editorial workflows and publication development for a university literary magazine.
• Oversaw content review, editing, formatting, and contributor coordination.
• Collaborated with writers and editors to maintain publication consistency and quality standards.
• Assisted with publication design and final production preparation.
Managing Editor & Writer — Kalamalama News
2024
• Produced and edited digital news and feature content for a student publication.
• Maintained editorial consistency, grammar accuracy, and publication standards across articles.
• Collaborated with editorial staff to meet deadlines and support publication workflows.
• Researched, drafted, and revised audience-focused written content.
Academic Writing Tutor — Hawai‘i Pacific University
2023–2024
• Provided developmental and copy editing support for academic writing across multiple disciplines.
• Guided students in improving organization, grammar, clarity, research integration, and revision strategies.
• Assisted with APA, MLA, and Chicago citation standards.
• Supported students in communicating complex ideas effectively and professionally.
Managing Editor — Fresh Perspectives
2022–2023
• Directed editorial operations and coordinated communication for academic conference publications.
• Managed editorial timelines, content review, and contributor collaboration.
• Supported publication planning and content organization for university initiatives.
Wildlife Technician — Indiana Department of Natural Resources
2023–2025
• Assisted in the maintenance and restoration of over 15,000 acres of wildlife habitat and public land.
• Conducted environmental fieldwork including invasive species removal, habitat restoration, fish stocking procedures, and walleye egg collection operations.
• Constructed and installed Bluebird nesting boxes to support native wildlife conservation efforts.
Editorial Intern — Alpha Book Publisher
2024
• Performed developmental and copy editing for manuscripts in collaboration with publishing staff.
• Assisted with editorial review, revision feedback, and publication preparation processes.
• Authored and edited long-form written content under publication deadlines.
EDUCATION
School
degree
Minor
2021–2025
SKILLS
Content Writing • Copy Editing • Proofreading • Editorial Management • Scientific Communication • Research & Technical Writing • Content Development • APA/MLA/Chicago Style • Google Workspace • Microsoft Office • Canva • Audience Engagement • Publication Workflows • Digital Content Editing
AWARDS & ACHIEVEMENTS
• 1st Place — Hoosier Poetry Society Spring Contest
• Marine Scholar Award
• Dean’s List
• Vice President — Sigma Tau Delta
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
• Published novelist and poetry writer
• Experience with editorial leadership and collaborative publication development
• Strong interest in environmental communication, marine science, and digital publishing
Hi everyone! I’m hoping to get some constructive feedback on my resume. I’ve been applying to jobs recently but haven’t had much luck getting interviews, so I’m wondering if there’s something about my resume that could be holding me back.
I’m primarily interested in marine biology, scientific writing/communication, editing, and related remote positions, so I’d especially appreciate feedback from people who have experience hiring in those fields.
I’ve redacted my personal information for privacy, but the education, experience, skills, and other relevant information are unchanged.
I’d love feedback on things like:
I’m definitely open to honest criticism — I’d rather know what needs improvement than just hear that it looks good!
Thank you in advance to anyone willing to take the time to look it over and give me some advice. I really appreciate it!
Hi everyone! I’m hoping to get some constructive feedback on my resume. I’ve been applying to jobs recently but haven’t had much luck getting interviews, so I’m wondering if there’s something about my resume that could be holding me back.
I’m primarily interested in marine biology, scientific writing/communication, editing, and related remote positions, so I’d especially appreciate feedback from people who have experience hiring in those fields.
I’ve redacted my personal information for privacy, but the education, experience, skills, and other relevant information are unchanged.
I’d love feedback on things like:
I’m definitely open to honest criticism — I’d rather know what needs improvement than just hear that it looks good!
Thank you in advance to anyone willing to take the time to look it over and give me some advice. I really appreciate it!
Hi everyone! I’m a recent Biology graduate with a focus in marine biology, and I’m currently trying to improve my resume before continuing my job search.
I’m primarily interested in marine biology, environmental science, scientific writing, editing, research, and science communication roles, including remote opportunities.
I’ve been applying to positions for a while, but I’m not getting much response, so I’m starting to wonder whether my resume is presenting my experience effectively—or whether I’m formatting/positioning it incorrectly for the types of positions I’m targeting.
I’d really appreciate advice from people who currently work in marine biology, environmental science, scientific writing, publishing, research, or related fields.
A few things I’d especially love feedback on:
I’m happy to provide my current resume for critique if that’s allowed/relevant to the subreddit. I’m especially interested in advice from people who have actually hired or reviewed resumes for these types of positions.
Thank you in advance! I’m trying to make sure I’m putting my best foot forward rather than just endlessly submitting applications and hoping something sticks.
Hi everyone! I’m a recent Biology graduate with a focus in marine biology, and I’m currently trying to improve my resume before continuing my job search.
I’m primarily interested in marine biology, environmental science, scientific writing, editing, research, and science communication roles, including remote opportunities.
I’ve been applying to positions for a while, but I’m not getting much response, so I’m starting to wonder whether my resume is presenting my experience effectively—or whether I’m formatting/positioning it incorrectly for the types of positions I’m targeting.
I’d really appreciate advice from people who currently work in marine biology, environmental science, scientific writing, publishing, research, or related fields.
A few things I’d especially love feedback on:
I’m happy to provide my current resume for critique if that’s allowed/relevant to the subreddit. I’m especially interested in advice from people who have actually hired or reviewed resumes for these types of positions.
Thank you in advance! I’m trying to make sure I’m putting my best foot forward rather than just endlessly submitting applications and hoping something sticks.
Hi everyone!
I'm hoping someone here might have some suggestions.
I recently graduated with a bachelor's degree in biology with a focus on marine biology. During school, I also gained extensive editing and writing experience, including serving as a managing editor for student publications, interning with a minor publishing company, and publishing my own novel.
I've been searching for remote opportunities because they're the best fit for my current situation. I've looked through LinkedIn, Indeed, and many of the major job boards, but I've had a difficult time finding positions that seem legitimate or are still actively hiring.
I'm especially interested in roles like:
If anyone knows of companies, organizations, job boards, or even specific employers that regularly hire for remote positions in these fields, I'd be incredibly grateful.
Even if you don't have a specific job in mind, I'd love to hear where you've had the most success finding legitimate remote opportunities.
Thank you so much!
Hi everyone!
I'm hoping someone here might have some suggestions.
I recently graduated with a bachelor's degree in biology with a focus on marine biology. During school, I also gained extensive editing and writing experience, including serving as a managing editor for student publications and publishing my own novel.
I've been searching for remote opportunities because they're the best fit for my current situation. I've looked through LinkedIn, Indeed, and many of the major job boards, but I've had a difficult time finding positions that seem legitimate or are still actively hiring.
I'm especially interested in roles like:
If anyone knows of companies, organizations, job boards, or even specific employers that regularly hire for remote positions in these fields, I'd be incredibly grateful.
Even if you don't have a specific job in mind, I'd love to hear where you've had the most success finding legitimate remote opportunities.
Thank you so much!
Hi everyone!
I'm hoping someone here might have some suggestions.
I recently graduated with a bachelor's degree in biology with a focus on marine biology. During school, I also gained extensive editing and writing experience, including serving as a managing editor for student publications and publishing my own novel.
I've been searching for remote opportunities because they're the best fit for my current situation. I've looked through LinkedIn, Indeed, and many of the major job boards, but I've had a difficult time finding positions that seem legitimate or are still actively hiring.
I'm especially interested in roles like:
If anyone knows of companies, organizations, job boards, or even specific employers that regularly hire for remote positions in these fields, I'd be incredibly grateful.
Even if you don't have a specific job in mind, I'd love to hear where you've had the most success finding legitimate remote opportunities.
Thank you so much!
Hi everyone!
I'm hoping someone here might have some suggestions.
I recently graduated with a bachelor's degree in biology with a focus on marine biology. During school, I also gained extensive editing and writing experience, including serving as a managing editor for student publications, interning with a minor publishing company, and publishing my own novel.
I've been searching for remote opportunities because they're the best fit for my current situation. I've looked through LinkedIn, Indeed, and many of the major job boards, but I've had a difficult time finding positions that seem legitimate or are still actively hiring.
I'm especially interested in roles like:
If anyone knows of companies, organizations, job boards, or even specific employers that regularly hire for remote positions in these fields, I'd be incredibly grateful.
Even if you don't have a specific job in mind, I'd love to hear where you've had the most success finding legitimate remote opportunities.
Thank you so much!
Hi everyone!
I'm hoping someone here might have some suggestions.
I recently graduated with a bachelor's degree in biology with a focus on marine biology. During school, I also gained extensive editing and writing experience, including serving as a managing editor for student publications, interning with a minor publishing company, and publishing my own novel.
I've been searching for remote opportunities because they're the best fit for my current situation. I've looked through LinkedIn, Indeed, and many of the major job boards, but I've had a difficult time finding positions that seem legitimate or are still actively hiring.
I'm especially interested in roles like:
If anyone knows of companies, organizations, job boards, or even specific employers that regularly hire for remote positions in these fields, I'd be incredibly grateful.
Even if you don't have a specific job in mind, I'd love to hear where you've had the most success finding legitimate remote opportunities.
Thank you so much!
Hi everyone!
I'm a new freelance editor who's been working hard to build my business. I'm a published author myself, and I genuinely enjoy helping writers strengthen their manuscripts while preserving their unique voice.
I've created profiles on sites like Reedsy and PeoplePerHour, I've been networking on LinkedIn, and I'm starting to share my services in writing communities. While I'm putting in the effort, I'd love to hear from people who have already built a successful editing business.
What actually made the biggest difference for you?
I'm not looking for shortcuts—I know building trust takes time. I just want to spend my energy on strategies that have actually worked for others.
Thanks in advance for any advice!
Hi everyone!
I'm a new freelance editor who's been working hard to build my business. I'm a published author myself, and I genuinely enjoy helping writers strengthen their manuscripts while preserving their unique voice.
I've created profiles on sites like Reedsy and WritersWork, I've been networking on LinkedIn, and I'm starting to share my services in writing communities. While I'm putting in the effort, I'd love to hear from people who have already built a successful editing business.
What actually made the biggest difference for you?
I'm not looking for shortcuts—I know building trust takes time. I just want to spend my energy on strategies that have actually worked for others.
Thanks in advance for any advice!
Hi, my name is Emily. I'm a new writer with a degree in marine biology and editing and publishing, trying to navigate what career path I want to pursue.
After years of writing, editing, second-guessing myself, and learning both from professors and my own personal research about publishing, I finally released my first dystopian novel.
Writing this book challenged me more than anything I've ever done. There were countless rewrites, moments where I cried on the couch alone thinking I couldn't do this, and a lot of learning along the way. Seeing it become a real book has been incredibly rewarding.
The story follows a FMC, and her ability to survive in a military career she was thrown into.
I'm already working on the rest of the series, and I'm excited to keep expanding the world later this month.
If you enjoy classic 2010s dystopian fiction, survival stories, political intrigue, or character-driven side adventures, I'd be honored if you checked it out. I'd also love to hear what fellow readers and writers think, whether that's about the publishing journey or the story itself.
Thanks for letting me share something I've poured so much of myself into.
After years of editing, rearranging the story, college, toxic relationships, and, of course, some self-growth, I finally finished the first book in my first series. I took the self-publishing route, and I am very proud of myself for this, because it might not reach the dollar sales others dream of, but I kept the rights to my work, and I designed everything right down to the cover, and I'm proud of that.
After years of editing, rearranging the story, college, toxic relationships, and, of course, some self-growth, I finally finished the first book in my first series. I took the self-publishing route, and I am very proud of myself for this, because it might not reach the dollar sales others dream of, but I kept the rights to my work, and I designed everything right down to the cover, and I'm proud of that.
Hi everyone! I don’t want to come off as pushy, but my name is Emily, and I'm a freelance editor, writer, and recently published dystopian author. I'm currently looking to take on new editing projects and would love to help fellow writers bring their stories to life.
I offer:
• Beta Reading
• Developmental Editing
• Proofreading
• Blurb Feedback & Writing
• Formatting Assistance
• ARC Coordination
I’ll gladly elaborate if anyone is interested.
A little about me:
- I have a bachelor's degree in marine biology and a minor in editing and publishing
- I have been Managing Editor for three different university publications, and an editor for a worldwide publication
- I have worked with academic, creative, and professional writing samples
- Self-published author of the dystopian novel Destiny, so I understand both the writing and publishing process from the author's perspective.
- I am passionate about helping writers strengthen their stories while preserving their unique voice. I'm especially interested in fantasy, dystopian, science fiction, young adult, romance, thriller, and adventure, but I'm happy to discuss other genres as well.
If you're looking for someone who will provide thoughtful, encouraging, and detailed feedback, I'd love to chat! Feel free to comment below or send me a DM with your project, genre, word count, and what kind of editing you're looking for, and I will send you my editing services sheet :).
Thank you, and happy writing!
Hi everyone!
I'm a professional beta reader and developmental editor with a background in editing, publishing, and storytelling. I am also a published author, so I know the commitment and want for your book to succeed.
Whether you've just finished your first draft or are preparing to publish, I'd love to help.
Services I offer:
• Beta reading with detailed reader reactions
• Developmental editing (plot, pacing, character arcs, worldbuilding)
• Chapter-by-chapter feedback
• First chapter critiques
• Reader reports with actionable suggestions
• Honest, encouraging, and constructive feedback
Genres I enjoy:
I always give actionable feedback that highlights both your manuscript's strengths and the areas that would benefit from improvement. I believe every writer deserves constructive notes delivered with encouragement and respect, no discouragement, so you'll always know what's working just as much as what could be strengthened.
I also understand that deadlines matter. I pride myself on clear communication, reliable turnaround times, and doing my best to accommodate your timeline whenever possible.
My goal isn't to rewrite your book—it's to help you tell the story you want to tell and keep your voice throughout the project.
If you're interested, feel free to comment below or send me a DM. I'd be happy to answer questions, discuss your project, or provide my portfolio and pricing.
I can't wait to hear about your story!
