Megan Vinyard
About Megan Vinyard
Megan Vinyard is a Publications Production Editor at the American Chemical Society, where she has worked since 2019. She has a background in editing and copywriting, with previous roles at Zulily and The Ohio State University, and holds a Bachelor of Arts from The Ohio State University and an Editing Certificate from The University of Chicago Graham School.
Work at American Chemical Society
Megan Vinyard has been employed at the American Chemical Society as a Publications Production Editor since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the production of various publications, ensuring that they meet the organization's standards for quality and accuracy. Her work contributes to the dissemination of important scientific information within the chemical community.
Previous Experience in Publishing and Editing
Prior to her current position, Vinyard gained experience in the publishing field through various roles. She worked at Zulily as a Production Copy Editor and Production Copywriter from 2017 to 2019. Additionally, she served as an Editorial Intern at The Ohio State University Press in 2017. Her early career included an internship at Blooming Twig in 2015, where she gained foundational skills in editorial work.
Education and Expertise
Megan Vinyard holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in English with a minor in French from The Ohio State University, where she studied from 2013 to 2016. She furthered her education by obtaining an Editing Certificate from The University of Chicago Graham School, completing the program from 2018 to 2020. This educational background has equipped her with the necessary skills for her roles in editing and publishing.
Early Career and Internships
Vinyard began her career with various internships that provided her with valuable experience in library and editorial work. She worked as a Student Library Assistant at The Ohio State University from 2015 to 2017, focusing on the Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences Library. Additionally, she completed an internship at Blooming Twig in 2015, which contributed to her understanding of the publishing industry.
Additional Work Experience
In addition to her editorial roles, Megan Vinyard has experience in retail, having worked as a Sales Associate at Macy's for five months in 2015. This position allowed her to develop customer service skills and gain experience in a fast-paced work environment.