Jes K. - Content Editor & QA Lead

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Fairbanks, United States

Experience

Jan 2023 - Dec 2025

3 years

Content Editor

Belkins

Edited public-facing B2B content, sharpening clarity, grammar, and tone for non-native English speakers.
Built a QA framework from scratch, reducing client complaints from 15% to under 1%.
Taught writing workshops to improve English usage and communication across departments.

Jan 2022 - Dec 2023

2 years

Content Editor & Quality Auditor

StudySmarter

Edited and audited AP English Language & Literature exam prep resources.
Created a comprehensive style guide from scratch, ensuring consistency across thousands of resources.
Mentored 15 writers, strengthening clarity and accessibility for diverse learners.

Jan 2021 - Dec 2023

3 years

English Composition Grader

Pearson Education

Scored thousands of standardized essays for state English exams with 99% consistency.
Applied detailed rubrics to ensure accuracy, fairness, and reliability in high-stakes assessments.

Jan 2021 - Dec 2022

2 years

DEI Editor

Study.com

Audited and revised educational materials for bias, sensitivity, and inclusivity.
Enhanced accessibility and cultural appropriateness across thousands of resources.

Jan 2021 - Dec 2021

1 year

Salt Lake City, United States

ESL Instructor

US Ling Institute

Taught advanced C2 students preparing for TOEFL.
Designed curriculum supporting admissions and career readiness in nursing, radiology, and other fields.

Jan 2020 - Dec 2022

3 years

China

English Writing Consultant

Amanda English

Provided targeted editing and feedback for IELTS writing and speaking assignments.
Consistently improved student scores by +1 band per semester through detailed revisions.

Jan 2019 - Dec 2021

3 years

ESL Teacher

Palfish

Delivered 2,382 hours of 1-on-1 English instruction for children and teens using Pearson's Big English curriculum.
Earned 5/5 parent rating and Reliable Teacher Award (2021) for attendance and quality.

Jan 2018 - Present

7 years 11 months

Copy Editor (Freelance)

One S Jes Editing

Edited academic essays, admissions materials, and written content for international students and writers.
Improved grammar, fluency, and clarity while preserving each author's voice.

Jan 2018 - Dec 2019

2 years

Viet Nam

Associate Instructor of Intensive English

American University in Vietnam

Designed CEFR B1–B2 curricula in all skills, integrating US-style games to boost motivation and cultural readiness.
Improved IELTS/TOEFL results, enabling progression to higher education abroad.

Summary

US-based editor and linguist who builds content QA systems and AI workflows for international teams. Specializes in US English, localization, and high-volume editing at scale. Known for turning messy pipelines into predictable delivery and preventing tiny language errors from becoming big problems.