Elevate Your Voice - A Story-teller's Helper Elf
About Marie Cantor
I am a Boston University graduate. I studied English Literature and Psychology. While I studied at BU, I focused my studies on classic literature, theatre, poetry, critical theory, film, and contemporary fiction. In addition to my academics, I have professional experience as an editor, writer, and tutor. I edited for the Hoochie's published novel and other BU student magazines. I also wrote for Howard Gotlieb Archival Research Center website and The Northwest Company. In these roles, I learned I have a strong interest in research, which allows me to create more accurate end products. Moreover, I participated in numerous writing and playwriting workshops. My experience make me confident that I can help you with your novel.
In addition to my passion for literature, I love painting and photography. When I have free time, I enjoy taking long bike rides to find beautiful nature scenes. I love finding unique areas to draw in my sketchbook or take a photo with my GoPro. I find that capturing beautiful moments help me in my professional duties because of the inspiration and meditation these activities provide for me. Life brings many stresses, but I can always relay on my passion for nature to help me through any challenge!
When I'm not outside, I love to collect used books and write. When I travel, I go to local bookstores and libraries to pick from their used book section to find interesting books pre 1990 with written annotations or personal messages inside. I love to find remnants of a footprint from someone who loved the book as much as I will love the book in the future.
For a story to reach its fullest potential, an editing process is essential to produce a polished product. I love helping aspiring authors succeed, and am thrilled when my skill set and background can make the difference they need to achieve real results. Contact me today to learn more about how we can work together.
CV
Skills & Accomplishments
| Writing | Editing | Article Editing | Book Editing | Play Editing | Story-telling | Social Media | SEO | Outlook | Microsoft Office | Google G Suite | SPSS | Adobe | Canva | Photoshop | Website Programming & Design | Proofreading | APA | MLA | Chicago Style | Communication | Research | Library Databases | Experimental Study Proposals | Interview Research | Fact-Checking | Detail-Oriented |
March 2021 - Present
Cultural Anthropology and History Tutor
Freelance
Write weekly comprehensive lesson plans to clearly explain the subject matter that includes writing detailed notes.
Organize an Excel spreadsheet for the entire semester that defines assignments and urgency of classwork.
Assists students in developing essays and editing their essays.
Conduct meetings twice a week for each client and practices time management to stay consistent in quality.
March 2021 - Present
Editor
Freelance: Women Chiropractors
Proofread lecture plans that are taught at conventions nationwide.
Design PowerPoints to be entertaining and informative to be shown on their website and conventions.
Contact local business to build relationships that increase engagement on their online platforms.
Email and call local business to organize donation packages.
May 2020 - August 2020
Editorial Intern
The Northwest Company
Published one article per week on their blog of which I co-developed.
Participated in weekly brainstorming meetings with a team of five bloggers.
Created weekly posts for social media channels.
Utilized SEO tactics and researched current trends to creativity write articles for over 3,000 readers.
September 2019 - December 2019
Archive Editoral Intern
Howard Gotlieb Archival Research Center
Researched biographical and professional backgrounds of individuals whose archives are held at HGARC.
Investigated contents of each individual’s archive by using collection inventory and drawing out noteworthy holdings.
Synthesized background research and noteworthy holdings and wrote 30 clear biographical notes that are published on HGARC’s website, to assist researchers and staff.
June 2016 - August 2018
Escrow Processor
First Centennial Title Agency
Proofread legal contracts and logged on RamQuest applications.
Documented data entry for over 200 closing caseloads and coordinated closings with lenders.
Communicated with clients to obtain necessary home-closing information by using Outlook.
Verified loans and invoices with lenders and real estate agents.
September 2019 - January 2021
President & Founder
Undergraduate English Literature Association
Organized an alumni network for undergraduate English students to utilize for career mentoring.
Collaborated with the BU departments and professors to create a more inclusive and productive environment.
Outreached to charities in the Boston area to host book drives.
Updated the English Department website and social media presence.
Produced, edited, and wrote for the English department's first student-run monthly newsletter.
September 2018 - Present
Editor & Writer
From Love Itself, Hoochie Project, TasteBUds Magazine, The Beacon, and BU Amnesty International
Edited multiple articles and social media posts for each club's websites, books, and magazines. Edited the articles for grammar, creativity, and clarity.
Wrote three articles weekly for the each club's website and published writer in Hoochie's annual book.
Managed Social Media channels by creating weekly posts on Instagram. Utilized Canva and Photoshop to create beautiful and informational posts for the club's social media platforms.