The job of a professional Book Reviewer is to read new literary and journalistic works and provide an expert commentary on whether they are worth reading at all. Some days, the job is rewarding, while most are not as they often have to read through some of the most atrocious reads ever published just so others won’t suffer the same thing. They are often retained by publishers or work as freelance reviewers. A resume for the position would need a portfolio or membership in book review clubs or listing of books reviewed that have been published.
Book Reviewer CV Template
Meredith G. Brompton
Hollybush Row, Oxford, UK
Phone: 01865-445-552
Objective
To a Book Reviewer for a large publishing house specializing in paperback fiction novels
Summary of Qualifications
- About a decade experience in the academe as an English Professor with the last 6 years as a freelance book reviewer for the university press focused on academic publication.
- Portfolio of reviews published in the broadsheet and used by publishers in promoting the books reviewed available during interview
- Excellent written communication skills in English
Professional Experience / Career History
2004 – Present: Freelance Book Reviewer for the Oxford Press, Denholm Publication and others for the London Tribune.
- Accept manuscript titles for reviews and critique prior to printing and submit reviews within prescribed timeframes.
- Interview authors on some book titles as requested by the publication for printing in their book jackets.
2000 – Present: Associate English Literature Professor, University of Oxford
- Mount and handles classes in English language and English Literature
- Assist the English Faculty professors in the planning and development of English curriculum.
Education
2000 – 2001: Master in Creative Writing, University of Oxford
1997 – 2000: Bachelor of Arts in English Literature, University of Oxford
Professional reference will be furnished upon request.
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