Deneen Shepherd

Experienced writer, editor, and proofreader with a strong background in academic and professional environments. Expertise spans creative instructional communication, curriculum development, editorial workflow management, and leveraging innovative AI-assisted techniques to enhance content quality. Proven ability to lead teams, refine editorial and communication processes, and deliver clear, accessible information tailored to any audience across digital and print platforms. Outstanding computer skills in Microsoft 365, Google Analytics, and documents, Adobe Acrobat, Canva, Canvas, and many more.

17 years as Assistant Professor (5 as Department Chair)--maintained budget, hired and supervised faculty and support staff, mastered all stages and responsibilities of project and program management, taught approximately 40 to 60 students per semester. Through a variety of part-time and full-time jobs during my 46 years of work, I have experience in data entry, secretarial, and office management, customer service, bartending, food service management, catering, event preparation, and retail sales.

ABD in English-Rhetoric and Composition at The Ohio State University. Master's degree in English--Rhetoric, Composition, and African American literature, and a Bachelor's degree in English--creative writing and journalism both from the University of Missouri--Columbia.