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Freelance Writer/Content Manager
Self
Charleston, SC
Mar 2015 - Present (9 years 8 months)
· Write white papers and resource guides for Social123, a B2B marketing firm.
· Research and create health guides for Healthy Human (healthyhumanlife.com).
· Develop content and manage special orders for Steven Shell Living, London born furniture supplier.
· SEO consultant and writer for Charleston Rental Properties.
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Director of Content
Charleston, SC
Sep 2014 - Jun 2015 (9 months)
• Developed unique content for 50+ clients, improving online authority and Google rankings.
• Utilized keyword research, cutting-edge analytics and traffic analysis to minimize cost-per-click.
• Hired, managed, and paid writers; scheduled blog posts for all clients.
• Executed social media outreach and fostered relationships with industry experts for link opportunities.
• Promoted from Content Manager to Director of Content.
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Freelance Writer
New York, NY
Feb 2014 - Feb 2015 (1 year)
• Named products and developed descriptions for women's clothing, jewelry, and accessories.
• Proofed the site for errors and created content for marketing lookbooks and email campaigns.
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Editor
New York, NY
Mar 2012 - Mar 2014 (2 years)
• Oversaw all creative including email, homepage, specialty programs, SEO, promos, and social.
• Wrote product copy, press releases, and issued copy for RueLaLa venture.
• Created language guidelines and implemented rebrand copy structure.
• Established customer segmentation and defined personas based on Omniture analytics and Responsys marketing.
• Developed social media outreach events for celebrity campaigns, including: CR7 and FRIGO.
• Helped conceptualize the social content calendar and execute social strategy.
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Copywriter
New York, NY
Jul 2010 - Mar 2012 (1 year 8 months)
• Developed thorough product descriptions and designer bios for merchandise.
• Communicated with production and buyers regarding spring and fall launch.
• Contributed to cashmere catalog and expedited priority brands by deadline.
• Updated and completed brand profiles, edited site for errors, and maintained accurate web copy.
• Assisted with launch of flash sale site, Belle & Clive.
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Freelance Copywriter
Lyndhurst, NJ
Nov 2011 - Jan 2012 (2 months)
• Wrote designer brand copy during holiday season.
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Copywriter
Chico, CA
Oct 2008 - Aug 2009 (10 months)
• Wrote product copy for e-tailer featured in Cosmo, Seventeen, Lucky, Self, O, Redbook, and Glamour.
• Contributed blog articles, including music, fashion, and travel pieces.
• Managed international customer transactions, refunds, exchanges, and processed claims.
• Monitored vendor reorders and shipments and assisted buyers with magazine samples.
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Intern / Freelance Writer
New York, NY
2006 - 2006
• Researched and wrote articles regarding the most efficient new technology for business travel.
• Interviewed professionals, fact checked, organized contributing writer and photographer bios.
• Wrote thumbnails regarding the history of Success Magazine and covered vacation getaways.
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Newsroom Coordinator
San Francisco, CA
Jun 2004 - Dec 2005 (1 year 6 months)
• Responsible for office management at San Francisco headquarters during market hours.
• Advised international and local clients on press release coverage, outlet options, and cost.
• Formatted SEC-regulatory press releases for dissemination to worldwide media.
• Ensured efficient and accurate handling of sensitive copy under extremely tight deadlines.
• Monitored and prioritized incoming press releases and earnings.