Katie Forsythe
About Katie Forsythe
Katie Forsythe is an experienced editor and freelance writer based in London, United Kingdom, with over 16 years of experience in editing and proofreading. She has worked at SAGE Publishing and the Overseas Development Institute, and she also teaches yoga classes and jewelry making workshops.
Current Role at Overseas Development Institute
Katie Forsythe has been serving as an Editor at the Overseas Development Institute since 2018. In this role, she acts as the production editor for the Humanitarian Policy Group, where she oversees typesetting, proof correction, and print work. She is responsible for shaping the content of research reports to ensure clarity, structure, and impact. Additionally, she coaches researchers in writing compelling copy tailored for various publication formats.
Freelance Editing and Writing Experience
Since 2008, Katie Forsythe has worked as a freelance proofreader, editor, and writer in London. Over the course of her 16-year freelance career, she has been responsible for sourcing and briefing external suppliers, including editors, printers, and designers. This extensive experience has allowed her to develop a diverse skill set in the editing and publishing industry.
Previous Experience at SAGE Publishing
Katie Forsythe worked at SAGE Publishing as a Senior Production Editor from 2006 to 2018. During her 12 years at SAGE, she gained significant experience in managing the production of books, which contributed to her expertise in editorial processes and project management within the publishing sector.
Educational Background
Katie Forsythe holds a BA (Hons) in English from Queen Mary, University of London, which she completed from 2001 to 2004. She furthered her education by earning an MA in Contemporary Literature and Culture from Birkbeck, University of London, between 2013 and 2015. Additionally, she completed a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training/Yoga Therapy program at Yoga Campus from 2019 to 2020.
Teaching and Additional Qualifications
In addition to her editorial work, Katie Forsythe teaches regular weekly yoga classes online. She has completed Mental First Aid training and the OmPowerment Facilitation for Trauma and Transformation course. Furthermore, she has experience teaching jewellery making workshops. Her interests include calligraphy and typography, reflecting her passion for the written word and design.