"The indexer should be intelligent, widely read, well acquainted with publishing practices, and capable of working rapidly to meet almost impossible deadlines.

Less time is available for the preparation of the index than for almost any other step in the bookmaking process…

In addition to requiring intense intellectual concentration, good indexing requires reflection; that is, the indexer should stop frequently, review what has been done, and decide whether both author and reader have been well served by the choices made."

~Chicago Manual of Style, 13th ed., 17.23-17.24

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Back-of-the-book indexing by Ann Yager - Professional Resume

Summary of Qualifications
  • Forensic science, military service, administrative, and educational experience.
  • Proficient in deadline-oriented environments.
  • Professional indexing training.
  • Outstanding attention to details.
  • Excellent organizational and multi-tasking capabilities.
Experience
  • Forensic Science Service
    Oregon State Police Volunteer, Springfield, OR

  • Military Service
    Paralegal, United States Air Force, Omaha, NE
    Pneudraulic Systems Specialist, United States Air Force, Great Falls, MT

  • Administrative and Management Service
    Administrative / Parent Representative, Oregon Children's Choir, Eugene, OR
    Newsletter / Programs Chairman, Oregon Children's Choir, Eugene, OR

  • Educational Service
    Montessori Volunteer and Home Educator, Eugene, OR
Education
  • Chemistry Major - University of Oregon, Eugene, OR
  • Aviation Studies - Lane Community College, Eugene, OR
  • One-to-One Indexing Tutorial, Eugene, OR
  • Intermediate / Advanced Indexing Workshop
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