Skills and Proficiencies
(The “progress” bars above reflect estimates of my current competence and comfort levels, as well as my desire to continue to grow in these areas.)
- Publishing applications including InDesign, Acrobat Pro, Firebrand, and Frame.io
- Content and document management using WordPress, SharePoint, and Alfresco
- Work management platforms including Asana, ClickUp, and Trello
- Interpersonal and cross-functional communication and collaboration
- Creating and managing editorial calendars
Professional Work History
Lifeway Christian Resources
Production Editor (June 2022–present)Edited and managed production of more than 22 print titles per year, as well as ebooks and supplemental digital and web content. Played an integral editorial and collaborative role in developing five tabletop games from concept to launch. Collaborated cross-functionally to deliver high-quality products to internal and external customers.
April-Lyn Caouette Editing
Editor | Owner (June 2019–June 2022)Provided developmental and copy edits for authors across genres, balancing precision with encouragement and a focus on clarity, voice, and audience engagement. Clients included: Croud Inc., Lifeway Christian Resources, Tim Pompey (novelist), Satellite Gaming, Soularize conference, and Manny Trembley (comic book artist and author).
Love Thy Nerd
Co-founder | Chief Resource Nerd (March 2018–March 2022)Collaborated to build a thriving outreach organization from the ground up. Oversaw editorial strategy and production from concept to publication, managing a team of up to seven editors and seventy writers and coordinating content workflows and publishing schedules in WordPress. Helped plan and host workshops, community game days, and online events.
Joy of Living Bible Studies
Media Consultant | Administrative Assistant (November 2018–September 2019)Edited and proofread manuscripts, newsletters, and blog posts. Performed various administrative and support functions including picking and shipping orders, sending invoices, and customer service.
Genesis Programs
Office Manager (2015–2018)Proofread and edited written content for marketing, social media, website, policies and procedures, educational materials, and patient admission agreements. Provided support in social media posting, business communication, website management, billing, and insurance verification. Collaborated with Clinical and Administrative Directors to improve business efficiency and best practices.
Gamechurch
Associate Editor and Writer (October 2013–February 2018)Edited, proofread, wrote, and published content in close collaboration with Editor-in-Chief. Evaluated article pitches from authors and assisted authors with thesis development. Attended video game and comic conventions to network with exhibitors and attendees.
Relevant Volunteer Experience
The Mystery Shop, Oxnard, CA
Webmaster & Site Designer (August 2024–present)Created and maintained a WordPress site for a local collectibles and gaming shop using prebuilt themes and plug-ins, matching the shop’s personality and style to boost usability and content flow. Managed the public Google Calendar, led update meetings, and provided ongoing organizational support to keep things running smoothly.
Liminal Church, Ventura, CA
Teaching Team Speaker (March 2023–present)Researched, wrote, and presented 20–30 minute sermons about 4 times per year to encourage, inspire, challenge, and inform congregants. Brainstormed new topics for ongoing sermon series with other team members.
Education History (selected)
- August 1999–May 2003
BA in Philosophy & Religion
Colgate University, Hamilton, NYRecipient of Robinson Essay Prize in Religion and Philosophy, 2003. Graduated cum laude.
- 2019–2020
"Adobe InDesign CC Essentials"
Udemy.comLearned InDesign graphic design and typesetting basics to assist in freelance and full-time production editor work. (Incomplete–78%)
- February 2023–present
Ongoing Biblical Greek study
Private lessons onlineWeekly classes focused on language and biblical text comprehension.
- 2024–2025
"Learning Metadata for Book Publishing"
LinkedIn LearningLearned about common types of metadata and the importance of quality metadata in online bookselling. (Completed May 2025)
- June 2025
"Creating an Editorial Calendar"
LinkedIn LearningBrushing up on different methods and applications for designing editorial calendars (In Progress)