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Summary

Accomplished editor who produces high-quality, polished content for diverse audiences. Strong eye for detail and demonstrated expertise in the content marketing and publishing industries, editing digital and printed materials using Associated Press and Chicago Manual of Style guidelines. Known for being a loyal and versatile team player, communicating and collaborating on a cohesive vision.

Key areas of expertise:
• Administrative duties: invoicing, processing online orders, customer service liaison.
• General office support: mailing, organizing materials/reports, answering phones/emails.
• Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator), Microsoft Suite, and Google Suite.
• HTML coding basics.
• Search Engine Optimization (SEO).
• Manage multiple accounts and projects with tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Write and edit B2B and B2C e-newsletters and social media copy.
• Creative writing, developmental editing, proofreading, line editing, and copywriting.
• Draft trade agreements and contracts with vendors and media outlets.
• Optimize content for brand voice and tone.
• Publish magazine articles using content management systems (CMS).
• Strong communicator and team leader.  

Work Experience

Editor

2019Sept. 2020
Skyword / BOSTON, MA

Copyedited articles for various clients (Mastercard Priceless Cities, Verizon Business, NAPA Auto Parts, Revlon, IDEXX Practice Management, Glenmede, Iron Mountain, Beacon Roofing Supply, among others) using Associated Press or Chicago Manual of Style, along with client-specific guidelines. Collaborated with multiple editorial managers to provide feedback to freelance copywriters, and created workshops and resources to enhance their content. 

Freelance Proofreader

2017Present
McLean Communications / MANCHESTER, NH

Proofread various monthly magazines (NH Business Review, New Hampshire Home, Celebrate NH, 802Spirits, and Manchester Advantage, among others) using Associated Press. Collaborate with Assistant Editors to ensure copy is accurate, polished, and formatted according to brand guidelines.

Event Coordinator

20142019
McLean Communications / MANCHESTER, NH

Planned, marketed, and coordinated 15+ annual corporate events (awards ceremonies, panels, tastings, and networking) for McLean's core publications (NH Business Review, ParentingNH, New Hampshire Magazine, and New Hampshire Home). Coordinated across all departments (production, sales, editorial, and digital) and communicated with event attendees, sponsors, panelists, and vendors to ensure a profitable event. 

Education

MASTER'S / Creative Writing (Fiction)

May 2017Nov. 2019
SOUTHERN NEW HAMPSHIRE UNIVERSITY

Concentrated on courses related to story and concept, literary theory, fiction fundamentals, editing, genre-based fiction writing, writing instruction, and creating a fiction-based thesis. 

BACHELOR'S / Entertainment Management

Sept. 2009May 2013
BAY STATE COLLEGE

Concentrated on courses related to music business: general event management, entertainment law, concert management, tour management, mass media, concert production, and promotion.