Debra Castellano

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Writer/Editor/Environerd @ CitizenDeb.com
Chatham, NY, US
Debra Castellano's Location
Chatham, New York, United States, United States
About Debra Castellano

I'm Deb, a writer. Kinda funny, but with a serious side. I also edit/proofread what others have written, from books to keynotes to ad copy. Your call.In my spare time, I'm trying to save the planet. To that end, I got a Certificate in Environmental Sustainability from Columbia University, and my blog (and an upcoming book) are about climate change, because...well, have you seen the latest report?My blog: CitizenDeb.comMy portfolio: DebsBrain.comWRITING INCLUDES:A highly regarded enviro/political blog.Advertising copy, social media, website content, radio spots, neon signs. Solo theatrical shows.A cult-fave TV show.A humor magazine, a kids' book, and half a country song.

Debra Castellano's Current Company Details
CitizenDeb.com

Citizendeb.Com

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Writer/Editor/Environerd
Chatham, NY, US
Debra Castellano Work Experience Details
  • Citizendeb.Com
    Citizendeb.Com
    Chatham, Ny, Us
  • Citizendeb.Com
    Creator/Writer/Narrator
    Citizendeb.Com Nov 2015 - Present
    In which I try to save the planet...or at least get folks to use less plastic. Blog topics range from crazy town hall battles over solar panels to the myths of recycling to a bonkers Presidential election (you know the one). Accompanying audio version has 5K listens, and growing. Maintain accompanying Facebook and Instagram accounts.(With an upcoming book in the works....)
  • 270M
    Copywriter
    270M Jun 2021 - Present
    Write social media and other digital marketing for clients that include skincare brands and luxury real estate developers, B2B food wholesalers, spirits hand-crafted in Kenya, and Manhattan plastic surgeons.
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  • Furman Roth Advertising
    Copywriter
    Furman Roth Advertising Mar 2005 - Present
    New York, Ny, Us
    Concept, write and evolve radio, print, digital and OOH campaigns for media-forward agency. Clients include education (FIT, Fordham University, UM School of Nursing), retail (B&H, Cohen's Optical), and hospitals (New York Methodist Hospital, Valley Health Care), to name a few.
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  • Rooster Books + Shannongrove Press + Abrams Books
    Senior Copyeditor / Editor
    Rooster Books + Shannongrove Press + Abrams Books 2010 - Present
    Editor on Abrams book "Reclaimed Wood: A Field Guide." Copyedit and provide strong editorial input on several art & design books, including "The Greenbrier: Romance & Rhododendrons," "The Grand Hotel: Rooms to Remember," "Dorothy Draper: In the Pink," "Mr. Color," and others.(See reference from publisher Jane Creech below)
  • Translation
    Proofreader / Qc
    Translation Apr 2021 - Dec 2024
    Brooklyn, New York, Us
    Translation is an ad agency that helps brands reach culturally diverse and passionate audiences, from brand strategy to talent marketing to creative production. Clients include Beats by Dre, AT&T, State Farm, the NBA, and more. "Proofreading" at Translation requires not only spelling and grammar, but also cultural QA and knowledge of up-to-date musical and social trends.
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  • Columbia County Climate Carnival
    Marketing Director
    Columbia County Climate Carnival Apr 2022 - Jul 2022
    Pro bono work that put the inaugural Columbia County Climate Carnival in 2022 on the map. Created and maintained well-received branded social media accounts; a press release that garnered TV and newspaper coverage; oversaw design and implementation of outdoor advertising (posters, lawn signs); provided input on website; and more. This all resulted in a wonderful turnout to an amazing event.
  • Ogilvy New York
    Proofreader/Environerd (Freelance)
    Ogilvy New York 2008 - Dec 2021
    New York, New York, Us
    Continuous freelance work on advertising copy, creative pitches, RFPs and internal publications. Clients included IBM, Amex, Dove, Pfizer, Chemours, Aetna, and more. Also spearheaded an Earth Day 2018 internal campaign.
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  • Gold Label Awards
    Copywriter (Freelance)
    Gold Label Awards Oct 2017 - Apr 2018
    New York, Ny, Us
    Copywriter for Gold Label Awards, which facilitates and creates media & advertising award show submissions, including strategy, entry development, and execution.
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  • Um Worldwide
    Freelance Copywriter (Video)
    Um Worldwide Apr 2016 - May 2016
    New York, Ny, Us
    Concepted and wrote creative campaign case-study videos for clients such as Neutrogena, Sony Pictures, Hotwire.com and Tylenol. Video featuring Sony's "Goosebumps" groundbreaking ad campaign put UM in the final rounds at advertising awards shows.
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  • United Stations Radio Networks
    Radio Actor
    United Stations Radio Networks 2004 - 2016
    New York, Us
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  • Mama Gena'S School Of Womanly Arts
    E-Marketing Team / Blog Content Editor
    Mama Gena'S School Of Womanly Arts 2010 - Dec 2014
    New York, New York, Us
    Content Editor (off-site) on weekly blog and e-marketing for women’s empowerment education. Proficient in WordPress, Office Autopilot, aWeber, basic HTML, social media links, photo editing, and brand voice.
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  • The Atrainplays
    Playwright
    The Atrainplays 2008 - 2009
    One-act play produced at the Neighborhood Playhouse in NYC, as part of the A TRAIN PLAYS, Volume XV. Written in one actual subway ride; published by Playscripts, Inc., in 2009.
  • Turner Broadcasting System
    Tv Writer
    Turner Broadcasting System 1998 - 2000
    Atlanta, Georgia, Us
    Writer for "Joe Bob Briggs' Hollywood Saturday Night" on TNT. 48 episodes a year--it was like comedy writing boot camp. Show had very large cult following.
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  • Kcrw
    Radio Writer/Producer
    Kcrw 1998 - 1999
    Santa Monica, Ca, Us
    Wrote and produced a bunch of popular promo spots for the on-air DJs of high-profile public radio station, as well as for a very successful pledge-drive campaign. You can listen to a few of them on DebsBrain.com. (One stars Michael Caine.)
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Debra Castellano Skills

Advertising Digital Marketing Marketing Communications Social Media Marketing Online Advertising Blogging Copywriting Editing Marketing Magazines Digital Media

Debra Castellano Education Details

  • Columbia University
    Columbia University
    Conservation & Environmental Sustainability
  • School Of Visual Arts
    School Of Visual Arts
    Advertising Copywriting
  • Ucla
    Ucla
    Tv Writing (Continuing Ed)
  • California State University, Fullerton
    California State University, Fullerton
    Communication And Media Studies

Frequently Asked Questions about Debra Castellano

What company does Debra Castellano work for?

Debra Castellano works for Citizendeb.com

What is Debra Castellano's role at the current company?

Debra Castellano's current role is Writer/Editor/Environerd.

What schools did Debra Castellano attend?

Debra Castellano attended Columbia University, School Of Visual Arts, Ucla, California State University, Fullerton.

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Debra Castellano has skills like Advertising, Digital Marketing, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Online Advertising, Blogging, Copywriting, Editing, Marketing, Magazines, Digital Media.

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