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I’m an American copy editor based in Sofia, Bulgaria, with a strong academic background and over 15 years of editorial experience. My work with such organizations as Commetric, 365 Data Science, Kendy Pharma, and Internet Securities has honed my ability to make complex information clear and engaging for professional audiences. Before specializing in editing, I taught English, literature, and philosophy at several institutions, including City University of Seattle (Pravets, Bulgaria), the British Council Sofia, and the American English Academy.
Education
- Master of Arts in Letters and Literature — Salem University, WV, USA
- Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies — Salem University, WV, USA
- CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching) — RSA/Cambridge University
Experience Highlights
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Risk Intelligence Editor & Analyst — Commetric
commetric.com
Edit and produce executive-level risk intelligence reports for multinational clients across the energy, aerospace, defence, and consumer sectors. Analyse complex international developments and transform them into concise, client-focused intelligence reports for senior decision-makers. Apply editorial judgement to improve clarity, accuracy, and strategic focus while working to demanding daily deadlines. - Copy Editor — 365 Data Science and 365 Financial Analyst
- Copy Editor — Kendy Pharma
- Linguistic Editor — Internet Securities
- Copy Editor — C-LeanRank
- English & Humanities Teacher — American English Academy
- English Language Teacher — British Council Sofia
- English Language Teacher — International House Sofia
Teaching Background
Before (and while) specializing in editing, I taught English, literature, philosophy, and sociology to students from secondary to university level. Roles at the American English Academy, British Council Bulgaria, International House Sofia, and City University of Seattle (Pravetz, BG) refined my understanding of tone, structure, and clarity—skills that directly enhance my editorial work.
Academic & Book Projects
Academic Editor — Sofia University, Department of Korean Studies (Dr. Soyoung Kim)
- Korea in the Bulgarian Archives, 1945–95
- Trends and Developments of Education and Research in Korean Studies in Bulgaria
- Bulgarian Archival Legislation During the Cold War
- The “Living Tones” of Kim Jin-hi—the Traditional Komungo’s New Life
Literary Editor — INTERFACES: A psy-fi thriller about the future of the mind (Kindle edition)
by P. Anilak (Author), Stefka Dimitrova (Illustrator)
Film Editor — Invisible Strings (feature documentary), Never Know Productions
Services
I edit and proofread both British and American English (BrE/AmE) to your preferred standard, and I also provide human proofreading and editing for AI‑generated text.
Copy Editing & Proofreading
Clarity, grammar, tone, and style — line by line.
Website & Marketing Polish
Landing pages, ads, emails, and brochures that convert.
BG → EN Localization
Natural English aligned with your voice and terminology.
Executive & Investor Docs
Decks, tenders, and reports edited for credibility and impact.
Translation (BG → EN)
Professional Bulgarian-to-English translations with clean, natural phrasing tailored to your audience.
Why Professional Editing Still Matters in the Age of AI
AI tools like ChatGPT can draft and revise text with impressive speed—but they can also make subtle mistakes, misinterpret context, or produce phrasing that sounds off to human readers. A professional editor brings judgment, experience, and an understanding of audience that algorithms can’t replicate. At OneThorn Editing, the goal isn’t just clean copy—it’s clear communication that sounds authentically human and achieves your purpose.
Pricing
Transparent quotes based on hourly or per-word pricing, depending on the scope, complexity, and turnaround time of your project.
Copy Editing
Custom Pricing
Projects are billed either hourly or by word count, depending on the nature of the work. Rates are tailored to the scope, complexity, and turnaround time of each project.
- Structure & tone refinement
- Consistency with your style guide
- Two rounds of revisions
- Typos, punctuation, and light style fixes
- Typical turnaround: 48–72 hours
Localization
Custom
- BG → EN adaptation
- Industry terminology
- Messaging alignment
Insights
Reflections on editing, language, and clarity
Words shape understanding, and precision gives them power. Here you'll find articles exploring language, editing, work, leadership, education, artificial intelligence, and organizational culture—all written with the same commitment to clarity and thoughtful communication.
The Comma That Ate a Family: Why Precision in Editing Still Matters
A single missing comma turned a family dinner into a headline—and a lesson in why editors exist.
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How to Write for Readers Who Don’t Have Time: The Art of Clarity in Editing
In a world full of distractions, clarity isn’t just a style choice—it’s survival. Discover how editing helps writers earn and keep readers’ attention.
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When One Wrong Sentence Pops the Balloon: Why Careful Editing Matters
A single unclear sentence can “pop the balloon” of your writing—turning a playful draft into a confusing mess. Here’s how careful copy editing keeps everything intact.
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Why Native English Editors Still Matter in the Age of AI
AI can generate smooth, polished text—but only a native English editor can catch what truly matters.
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Native vs Non-Native Editing
How choosing between native and non-native English editors shapes tone, nuance, and how professional your writing feels.
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Common Mistakes in AI-Generated Texts: A Practical Guide for Editors
A practical guide to the most common problems in AI-generated writing—grammar slips, punctuation drift, structural formula, stylistic inconsistency, and factual hallucinations.
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Why Relying on AI Instead of a Professional Copy Editor Is a Costly Mistake
AI tools like GPT can draft text quickly, but replacing professional copy editing can weaken credibility, clarity, and brand consistency.
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When AI Becomes an Excuse for a Toxic Workplace
How AI can become a shield for toxic leadership—control, reduced accountability, and the replacement of professional judgment with automation.
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Where Will AI Take True Educators?
When prompts replace expertise, education doesn’t scale—it erodes.
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