Carter Mcalister Email & Phone Number

Portland, Or, Us

Portland, Or, Us

Boston, Ma, Us

Boston, Ma, Us

Boston, Ma, Us

EDITORIAL• Performed developmental editing for all content to ensure alignment with assignment, tone, and client goals and evaluated content structure and framework. • Supported the Associate Director, Editorial with new account launches by presenting editorial direction to shape tone, voice, style, content types, and contributor recruitment strategy.• Met client’s strategic goals and expectations for produced content.• Drove editorial strategy on accounts using data and digital publishing best practices to surface recommendations to improve quality, performance, and customer value realization. • Communicated revision requests as needed including client-requested changes by providing constructive feedback to contributors. PROJECT MANAGEMENT• Oversaw written creation and production of content (from assignment building through final delivery) for 5-6 clients.• Managed production schedules of 50 pieces of content monthly.RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT• Managed 35 freelance writers including recruitment, onboarding/offboarding, feedback, and training.• Worked cross-functionally with editors, professional services, digital producers, and external stakeholders.

Boston, Ma, Us

EDITORIAL• Created assignment summaries based on inputs and alignment with client goals that clearly provide a starting point for contributors.• Developed and maintained content creation guidelines for each account by following brand and style requirements.• Supported content audits through timely, critical, and accurate evaluation of content against established criteria by providing editorial support and oversight through the execution of audit recommendations. • Provided editorial feedback, status updates, and strategic recommendations during client calls and quarterly business reviews.• Oversaw SME interviews with contributors and the client ensuring the proper topics were covered and shared recordings with contributors as needed. PROJECT MANAGEMENT• Managed assignment deadlines and priorities and communicated any necessary changes to stakeholders.

Boston, Ma, Us

EDITORIAL• Worked with principals and project teams to ensure proper editing and formatting of final documents.• Provided editing and proofreading support and suggested improvements for all work products such as reports, presentations, and proposals.• Acted as the resource for staff inquiries regarding document production and advised consulting staff accordingly and periodically provided guidance and training for employees regarding Brattle styles and formats.• Upheld brand standards and ensured Brattle formats and guidelines were adhered to consistently, worked in collaboration with Marketing as needed, and upheld Chicago Manual Style for both long and short form projects.• Produced visually appealing, error-free work.PROJECT MANAGEMENT• Coordinated with consulting staff on project deadlines and flow of the project process to meet requirements or deadlines.

EDITORIAL• Conducted developmental editorial review of manuscripts and manuscript preparation.• Copyedited and proofread content.• Completed pre-production activities for manuscripts.• Worked with project specific style guides.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT• Helped open and manage a new retail store location by organizing to do lists, observing new location market trends, inventory management, referrals, and promotions.RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT• Worked with clients to find relevant products from the collection.• Took and sent photos to clients to properly display products, details, and functions.SOCIAL MEDIA• Took and staged photos for the company’s Instagram and website.

Burlington, Massachusetts, Us

PROJECT MANAGEMENT• Managed upwards of 10 projects simultaneously at a fast-paced publishing company coordinating projects from initial contract to publication.• Ensured all print and digital products were poised to hit their final deadlines by managing long-term schedules and prioritizing projects by revenue and market need.• Managed print and digital project schedules, obtained status updates to ensure accuracy and schedule, created invoices, and processed contracts.• Generated profit and loss reports and maintained project budgets.• Supported acquisition of new titles through research and analysis of market and industry data and provided feedback to editorial team.• Used research and data generated to improve products and create online learning experiences.• Lead the editorial support team and facilitated new hire trainings.RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT• Responsible for liaising between editorial and other departments including art department, production, marketing, manufacturing, and rights services for publishing company.• Partnered with external vendors to ensure on time deliverables. Maintained communication throughout production process.• Held direct responsibility for building and maintaining positive relationships with authors.EDITORIAL• Edited and proofread content throughout project lifecycle including manuscript preparation and production stages.• Created and edited content for marketing catalogs and promotional materials both print and online.• Worked with AP and AMA style guides as well as project specific style guides.

Burlington, Massachusetts, Us

EDITORIAL• Completed all editorial, pre-production activities for higher education textbooks including communicating with the authors, preparing the manuscript, compiling a list of the elements in the book, and presenting the profits and losses to the editorial and production teams.• Formatted and organized online learning and pedagogical materials to accompany books such as test banks, PowerPoint slides, and any other materials included in the online package.• Conducted textbook, manuscript, and proposal reviews with outside professors.• Prepared and formatted text files for author revision.• Worked on cover and interior design.

Philadelpia, Pa, Us

CUSTOMER SERVICE• Assisted customers with choosing appropriate clothing for everyday wear and special events.• Managed customer returns and merchandise purchases.BRAND STANDARDS• Arranged, organized, and set up in-store displays.MANAGEMENT • Trained new employees.

Brookline, Massachusetts, Us

Eyewear and optical company, focused on designer brands• Research designers and technology• Write specific posts on upcoming trends, brands, and events

Photography company, focused on weddings, promotional features, and charity• Write posts based on venues, themes, or upcoming events

• Responsible for taking 70 headshot photos for each session • Edited and printed the photos. Organized and created the visual display• Photograph originals often requested

Performing arts day camp, specializing in musical theater and drama• Designed costumes for 5 full-length musicals; outfitting 50 actors for each production• Worked within minimal budget and three week production schedule• Designed and led camp electives, including ukulele, guitar, photography, costume design and art• Led costume design team

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba), English

English

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