Meet the Editor
Hamilton-based line and copy editor and
award-winning published author
I’m a fiction and nonfiction editor who adapts to a wide range of writing styles and tones.
I specialize in editing fantasy, historical fiction, eco-fiction, travel fiction, and YA.
When I’m not working through a client’s manuscript, I’m likely singing and playing bass or keys in the femme-pop group, Minuscule, or singing and dancing with kids at Music Together Giggle & Groove. (Did I mention singing?)
I also love to weave melodies, move in nature, daydream, and use my light as a force for good.
I’d love to discuss your current project. Message me for a quote or free sample edit!
MY CREDS
EDUCATION
Master of Arts (sociology), Memorial University of Newfoundland (2016)
Bachelor of Arts (sociology), Western University (2012)
Studied sociology and social policy at the University of Leeds, England (2011)
THE EDITING STUFF
Adjudicator, 31st Annual Hamilton Literary Awards (2024)
Certified in Basic Manuscript Editing from the University of Chicago Graham School (2021)
Certified in The Keys to Effective Editing from the University of Waterloo (2020)
Editors Canada member (2021–2022)
PUBLICATIONS
The Oxford Handbook of Energy and Society
Reading Sociology: Canadian Perspectives, Third Edition
INTERVIEWS
CBC Radio Guest on The Corner Brook Morning Show, Newfoundland (2014)
The Voice of Bonne Bay Radio Guest, Newfoundland (2014)
Arts World student feature (and cover girl), Memorial University (2015)
Face Forward, Memorial University (2015)
SELECTED AWARDS & HONOURS
2021
Starter Company Plus Grant, Hamilton Business Centre
2016
The Canadian Sociological Association’s Outstanding Graduating Student
The Department of Sociology MA (Thesis) Student Writing Prize
2015
Designated Memorial University’s Fellow of the School of Graduate Studies
The Sociology Graduate Student Research Fund Scholarship
Student Travel Grant, Congress of Humanities and Social Sciences, Ottawa, Canada
2014
Student Travel Grant, World Congress of Sociology, Yokohama, Japan
Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW) University Scholarship
2012
Western University Dean’s List (Cumulative on Graduation)
2011
First Class Honours, the University of Leeds, England
2008
First Class Honours, RCM Grade 8 Piano
Client Love
“Jillian captured my point exactly and elevated my text to a fluent, cohesive, and articulate version.”
— Maria (website copy)
“She was able to put that ‘polished touch’ on an otherwise solid piece (so I thought). I incorporated all of her recommendations!”
— Joe, architect (resume)
“Jillian excels at what she does. She took the time to understand our organization to help personalize the communication to our community.”
— Shane (a provincial organization’s monthly newsletter)
“She really cares about the quality of her work.”
— Luisa (blog post)
