The Graduate School

Montana State University
P.O. Box 172580
Bozeman, MT 59717-2580

Tel: (406) 994-4145
Toll Free: 1-800-255-7962
Fax: (406) 994-4733
E-mail: gradschool@montana.edu
Location: 108 Montana Hall

Dean:

Dr. Ronald W. Larsen, Interim Dean

Typist & Editor List

The individuals listed are independent contractors and are not employed by The Graduate School. Students may contact individuals listed below for help with formatting a document in Microsoft Word, or for editing on a for-hire basis. The Graduate School does not guarantee the availability or credentials of the individuals on this list.  Fees, credentials, and any other needed information are solely the responsibility of the student hiring the typist/editor.  The Graduate School supplies this list only as a courtesy.

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Sample questions to ask when hiring a typist/editor:

• Ask for their hourly rate
• Send them a draft of your document and ask for an estimate of their time
• Tell the typist/editor to ask for your permission before they work above the estimated time and ask why they need to go above the original estimate
• Ask about their availability, turn-around time, and if they can complete your document by the posted deadline
• Ask how many MSU Graduate School papers they have formatted (if you require formatting help)
• Ask about their editing experience (if you require line edits)
• Be clear on what your needs are. Do you need help with formatting in MS Word , or do you need line edits (grammar, commas, etc), or both?
  

This list of questions is not meant to be inclusive, but should give you some guidance to find the right person for your needs and budget. As always, be in touch with the Formatting Advisor, Jennifer Miller, and let her know of any issues, concerns or positive feedback you may have.

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Typist and Editor List
Name & Contact Information	Date added to Typist/Editor List	Services Offered
		MS Word formatting	Line editing	Transcribing
Rebecca Ballotta Word formatting, editing, transcribing 406-580-1302 rebecca.ballotta@gmail.com	January 2013	X	X	X
Jane Freeburg Word formatting, editing 406-585-9565 or (c) 406-600-4812 jane@companionpress.biz	January 2013	X	X
Robin A.W. Kelley Word formatting, editing 406-582-0899 goodeyeediting@gmail.com	January 2013	X	X
Donna Kelly Word formatting, editing (h) 406-285-4711 or (c) 406-539-7231 dsck50@gmail.com	January 2002	X	X
Katie Thomas Editing, transcribing 406-581-4543 katiethomas5@gmail.com	March 2013		X	X