Katherine Freni

I have over ten years experience in customer service and three years experience as an editorial assistant. My strengths include being punctual, multi-tasking, and an ability to work independently and proficiently.  

Professional Experience

Freelance Assistant Editor | Dykstra Editorial (Remotely) Philadelphia | PA

Assistant Editor June 2019- Present

• Proofreading and line editing short and long assignments including two manuscripts for private clients, museum brochures, college newsletters, and promotional materials using Chicago Manual of Style

O&R Learning Feasterville | PA

ELA Tutor September 2020- August 2021

• Teaching ELA coursework to grades 4-12
• SAT/ACT preparations for high school students

Philadelphia Museum of Art                Philadelphia | PA

Editorial Assistant (Editorial & Graphic Design Dept.) May 2019- September 2020

• Collaborate with Senior Marketing Editor and curators to create text to accompany special exhibitions and museum updates
• Copy editing and proofreading exhibition, marketing, and advertising materials including museum exhibitions, museum signage, guest information, brochures, and catalogs for donors and trustees
• Editing and proofreading formatted in Chicago Manual of Style 
• Maintaining accuracy of museum catalog system by identifying correct credit line for art exhibition

Murph’s Philadelphia | PA

Server September 2017 - September 2020

• Managed customer expectation and satisfaction while maintaining restaurant integrity in a family owned bar
• Processing payments and data entry in a high volume setting
• Managed company social media account 

North Bowl        Philadelphia | PA

Head Server           May 2015 - September 2017

• Organized and planned the setup, breakdown, and service of special events 
• Handled and processed data entry and payments accurately 

Adelina’s  Brooklyn | NY

Server/Bartender       January 2013-December 2015

• Oversaw all aspects of front of house including manager, server, bartender, food expedition, hostess, and barista 
• Responsible for management of both computer entry and expedition of food
• Managed high volume, external events for restaurant 
• Company website and social media account management

References available upon request.

Temple University- graduated in May 2020 with a Bachelor's Degree in English

Community College of Philadelphia- graduated in 2018 with an Associates in English.