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Technical Editor, HDR Engineering

2023–Present

Edited technical reports, environmental impact reports, and other associated deliverables in the environmental, water, transportation, and cultural fields
Provided formatting and production support for technical documents and design reports
Collaborated with marketing coordinators and project managers to edit the copy and perfect the design of proposals, marketing materials, and presentations

Lead E-commerce Copywriter, Catapult Conversions

2018–2023

Wrote over 1,000 keyword-rich e-commerce product listings and product detail pages in such categories as beauty, health, personal care, pets, toys, games, outdoors, sports, home, garden, office, clothing, and baby products.
Performed competitor and customer research.
Performed extensive keyword research to optimize the listings written.
Edited product listing copy to improve flow, clean up grammar, and ensure keywords were used naturally and to their best effect.

Writer & Copy Editor, Sage Creative

2012–2023

Wrote and edited a variety of online content, including blog posts, web copy, and how-to guides.
Edited and proofread books and e-books (both fiction and nonfiction) for self-publishing authors.
Consulted with authors to determine voice, direction, and goals.
Worked with authors to strengthen book proposals.
Edited and proofread master’s theses and resumes.

Writer & Photographer, Siege Media

2019–2020

Wrote product-focused articles featured on YourBestDigs.com.
Photographed and styled product sets to accompany articles, using both natural and studio lighting.
Edited resulting photo sets using Photoshop and Lightroom.

Senior Editor, Santa Monica Press

2011–2017

Edited an eclectic line of critically acclaimed nonfiction books for publication, in such categories as history, memoir, travel, pop culture, politics, music, self-help, film, fine art, photography, cooking, women’s studies, and sports.
Worked directly with authors, providing guidance and feedback.
Assisted in the acquisition and development of upcoming titles.
Developed the house editorial style guide.
Collaborated with book designers and printers to develop the book covers and interior designs.
Conducted editorial research and fact-checked all material.
Wrote and edited content for the company website.
Created and ran email marketing campaigns using MailChimp.
Managed all social media content for the company.

Content Developer, Content Solutions Group, Inc.

2013–2014

Researched, wrote, and edited content for professional development courses and information products in such areas as Internet marketing, venture capital, product creation, sales, and marketing research.
Developed existing material into structured, polished content.
Wrote weekly blog posts about business development, marketing, sales, professional achievement, etc.
Wrote articles for the monthly company newsletter, focusing on marketing, product development, and new technology.
Wrote and edited material for product packaging and event collateral.
Managed all social media content for the company.
Assisted at live events, including promotion, customer interface, event production, and social media.

Editor & Writer, Becky Bones, LLC

2009–2010

Created and ran email marketing campaigns for eco-friendly teen apparel brand using Constant Contact.
Wrote press releases for the company.
Wrote and edited copy for the company website.

Content Developer, We’re Rolling Productions & Guthy-Renker Corporation

2006–2007

Organized, wrote, and edited three instructional guidebooks, two supplementary booklets, and ad copy (totaling 90,000 words) on the subject of probate real estate to be published by Guthy-Renker Corporation and marketed internationally on television infomercials.
Wrote two 40-minute TV infomercial scripts for the project.
Conducted extensive research on court procedures, real estate law, and home appraisals.

Experience

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Art History

Minor in Literature & Writing

University of California, San Diego

Journalism Program

Pasadena City College