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Terrell, Texas, United States

Freelance writing, editing, public relations and marketing services for businesses, nonprofits and professional organizations nationwide. Highly proficient in content strategy and development, AP Style editing, media relations and article pitching and placement. Content services include, but are not limited to: press releases, case studies, white papers, thought leadership pieces, social media posts, blog posts, employee bios, ad copy, brochures, website content, news and feature… Show more Freelance writing, editing, public relations and marketing services for businesses, nonprofits and professional organizations nationwide. Highly proficient in content strategy and development, AP Style editing, media relations and article pitching and placement. Content services include, but are not limited to: press releases, case studies, white papers, thought leadership pieces, social media posts, blog posts, employee bios, ad copy, brochures, website content, news and feature articles, speeches and annual reports.Partners with clients in a diverse range of industries and markets including architecture, engineering and construction (AEC), real estate development, electric vehicle infrastructure, concrete paving equipment, metal building manufacturing, additive manufacturing, marketing, politics, outdoor lifestyle products and automotive retail. Show less

Strategic coordinator for public relations and marketing strategies. Research and composition of articles, thought leadership papers, case studies, press releases, and more. Developing and pitching article ideas to media. Proofreading and AP Style editing. Correspondence with clients and/or potential clients. Project management for various client activities. Social media campaign management, including content development and monitoring analytics. One of my most defining roles at TWI… Show more Strategic coordinator for public relations and marketing strategies. Research and composition of articles, thought leadership papers, case studies, press releases, and more. Developing and pitching article ideas to media. Proofreading and AP Style editing. Correspondence with clients and/or potential clients. Project management for various client activities. Social media campaign management, including content development and monitoring analytics. One of my most defining roles at TWI involved working as the editorial content manager of a national trade magazine published by the nation's largest network for construction professionals. I oversaw 30+ writers as they worked to produce about 140 magazine articles each publication season. My job responsibilities included seeking out and refining story angles, assigning writers to articles, maintaining the materials submissions calendar, editing and proofreading articles, composing articles, and submitting finalized article packages to the publisher. I also provided additional support to the editorial director and his staff when needed. Show less

Composition & distribution of articles, case studies, press releases and e-newsletters. Proofreading and AP Style editing. Marketing and project management; correspondence with clients.

Mostly handled title transfers, escheat due diligence, owner relations matters, Division Order verification, and training of employees. Extensive computer experience related to: Microsoft Office Excel and Word; AS-400 database; Enertia software; Internet research; computer data entry.

Administration of specialized ocular screenings. Clerical (e.g. answering telephones, faxing/copying/printing, resolving concerns for patients). Office equipment and supply maintenance. Coordination and consultation with medical professionals with regards to patient care.

During high school and college, I worked as a receptionist and then as office manager for an independent optometrist. I provided clerical support in the form of checking patients in and out of office, resolving concerns for patients, assisting the doctor with ocular procedures, referrals to other medical professionals, money handling involving cash, checks and credit cards, overall cleaning and organization of office, and opening/closing of office. I also administered preliminary and… Show more During high school and college, I worked as a receptionist and then as office manager for an independent optometrist. I provided clerical support in the form of checking patients in and out of office, resolving concerns for patients, assisting the doctor with ocular procedures, referrals to other medical professionals, money handling involving cash, checks and credit cards, overall cleaning and organization of office, and opening/closing of office. I also administered preliminary and specialized ocular screenings (Visual Fields, HRT, Tonometry, Lensmeter). I had extensive computer experience related to: Microsoft Office Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Access; PC-ACE Insurance Database; GPNet Insurance Terminal; OfficeMate version 8.0.21. Also handled personnel management and training of all employees, along with A&P, payroll, medical billing and insurance processing/research and reconciliation. Show less

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), English Language And Literature, General

Associate'S Degree, General Studies