Writer and translator
Madrid Area, Spain
- Current
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- Teacher at Sylvan L.C.
- Past
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- Proofreader at Grupo Editorial Luis Vives
- Teacher at Garret English Services, S.L.
- Associate Editor at Trade Press Publishing Corp.
- Editor at Community Newspapers Inc.
- Editor at Community Newspapers Inc.
- Editor and Business Manager at Sherman Park News
- Editor and Staff Writer at OUT Newspaper
- Publications Editor and Development Director at Volunteer Center for Greater Milwaukee
- Consultant at Inner City Development Project
- Research Assistant at CETA Review Project, University of Wisconsin Milwuakee
- Adult Education Program Specialist at Institute of World Affairs, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
- Editor at Suburban Publications, Inc.
- Education
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- University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
- Connections
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- Industry
- Writing and Editing
- Websites
Sue Burke’s Summary
Began paid career in 1972 as high school columnist in local newspaper. Significant experience in small and medium-sized publications and as a freelance writer and editor. Work involved graphic design and photography. Additional experience in English teaching, public relations, and fundraising.
Became full-time freelancer in January 1993. Published work includes magazine and newspaper articles, essays, fiction and translations.
High level written and spoken Spanish.
Permission to work in Spain and U.S.
Sue Burke’s Experience
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Teacher
Sylvan L.C.
(Education Management industry)
September 2008 — Present (1 year 4 months)
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Proofreader
Grupo Editorial Luis Vives
(Publishing industry)
October 2008 — March 2009 (6 months)
Corrected manuscript and proofs for "Motivate 2", a text book.
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Teacher
Garret English Services, S.L.
(Education Management industry)
April 2000 — July 2000 (4 months)
Served clients in international businesses and Spanish ministries. Madrid, Spain.
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Associate Editor
Trade Press Publishing Corp.
(Privately Held; 51-200 employees; Publishing industry)
July 1993 — October 1993 (4 months)
Assisted in writing, editing, and computerized layout for premier issues of new magazine produced by Trade Press Publishing Corp. Wrote cover article for second issue.
Temporary, part-time position. Glendale, Wisconsin. -
Editor
Community Newspapers Inc.
(Newspapers industry)
October 1988 — December 1992 (4 years 3 months)
Responsible for news and feature content of three weekly newspapers serving suburbs of Milwaukee, Wisconsin: West Allis Star, New Berlin Citizen, and Greenfield Observer. Averaged 65 pages each per week with a total circulation of 12,000. Circulation increased by 8.23% from September 1989 to September 1992. Duties included supervising freelance reporters and writers, developing assignments for reporters and photographers, editing copy, writing headlines, and designing layouts and photo pages. Newspapers won awards from Suburban Newspaper Association, National Newspaper Association, and Wisconsin Newspaper Association.
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Editor
Community Newspapers Inc.
(Writing and Editing industry)
1988 — 1992 (4 years )
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Editor and Business Manager
Sherman Park News
(Civic & Social Organization industry)
July 1985 — October 1988 (3 years 4 months)
Responsible for monthly neighborhood newspaper, 17,000 circulation, published by Sherman Park Community Association, Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Initiated financial controls, bringing newspaper to break-even return. Managed transition from external typesetting contractor to in-house desktop publishing and typesetting. Duties included reporting, editing, photography, designing and pasting up layouts, managing distribution, and supervising ad sales staff and volunteer editorial staff. Also aided in public relations and preparation of flyers, brochures, and other publications for the Association.
Served as Association’s executive director for three months. -
Editor and Staff Writer
OUT Newspaper
(Newspapers industry)
March 1983 — May 1986 (3 years 3 months)
Wrote investigative reports, news, and feature articles. Assigned stories, edited copy, and prepared layouts for monthly statewide newspaper with 12,000 circulation. Madison, Wisconsin.
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Publications Editor and Development Director
Volunteer Center for Greater Milwaukee
(Civic & Social Organization industry)
December 1979 — December 1984 (5 years 1 month)
Prepared newsletters and brochures. Raised funds through grant writing, corporate solicitations, mail appeals, and special events. Participated in other projects, such as interviewing prospective volunteers and organizing a community garden. Began employment as office manager.
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Consultant
Inner City Development Project
(Government Administration industry)
October 1979 — December 1979 (3 months)
Assisted in revision of record-keeping procedures. Temporary position. Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
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Research Assistant
CETA Review Project, University of Wisconsin Milwuakee
(Educational Institution; 1001-5000 employees; Higher Education industry)
February 1979 — August 1979 (7 months)
Participated in research design, interviewing, analysis of data, and preparation of final reports for evaluation of local operations of a federal employment program. Limited term employee.
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Adult Education Program Specialist
Institute of World Affairs, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
(Higher Education industry)
February 1978 — February 1979 (1 year 1 month)
Promoted and expanded “Great Decisions” annual adult education program in international affairs, developing strategies to involve civic and community organizations, institutions, and previous program participants. Increased program book sales by 60%. Participated in other Institute programs, such as “Dialogues With Diplomats” dinners. Limited term employee.
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Editor
Suburban Publications, Inc.
(Newspapers industry)
May 1977 — September 1977 (5 months)
Edited weekly newspaper, Cudahy-St. Francis Free Press. Wrote news and feature articles, took photos, covered police beat, school board, and city government. Contributed news and feature articles and photos to other Suburban Publications newspapers. Milwaukee, Wisconsin, area. Summer employee.
Sue Burke’s Education
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University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
BA , Political science, Journalism , 1973 — 1976
Graduated with distinction.
Additional Information
Sue Burke’s Websites:
Sue Burke’s Groups:
Madrid Writer's Critique Group
Asociación Española de Fantasía, Ciencia Ficción y Terror
Broad Universe, an international writers' organization
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Democrats Abroad -
Historia -
Science Fiction readers, writers, collectors, and artists -
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Alumni Association -
UU Group -
Green Bay Packers Fans -
Spanish Connection -
Spain Business and Professional Network -
Science Fiction Linked Exchange -
Magazine -
ESL International -
Writing Professionals and Authors -
History Enthusiasts Group -
The Clarion Workshops -
Women in Photography -
Teaching English -
Guiri Group : Professional network for Foreigners / Expats in Spain 750+ members -
English Language Services Professionals -
WritersWorld-International -
Blogs by Bloggers -
English Spanish Translator Org -
Curiosity Marketing -
American Expat Professionals Spain -
Women Authors
Sue Burke’s Honors:
Diploma de Español como Lengua Extranjera (DELE), Nivel superior, 2004
[Certificate in Spanish as Foreign Language, Upper level, corresponds to European level C2: Mastery]
Examination covers reading comprehension, written expression, listening comprehension, oral expression, grammar and vocabulary. Administered by Instituto Cervantes.
Cambridge Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA), 2000
British Language Center, Madrid, Spain. Awarded Grade B.
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