Writer and editor

STEPH SCHWARTZ

Steph Schwartz

Email: ************@*****.*** Website: stephschwartz.wixsite.com/mysite Cell: 917-***-**** Address: 50 Bay 17th Street Brooklyn NY 11214 Education

Berry College, May 2017 BA in English and Theatre Studies focused on literature analysis and research. Gained experience mostly in academic writing, and some experience in playwriting and news writing. Experience

Freelance Editor August 2016 – Present

• Work for a variety of independent writers, editing resumes, cover letters, news articles, academic papers and creative writing pieces.

• Requires knowledge of numerous citation styles with focus on AP and MLA styles and knowledge of basic grammar and appropriate writing styles. Features Writer August 2017 – November 2017

TravelPride.org

• Pitch, research and writes at least one article per week for an LGBT+ travel magazine.

• Focus on current LGBT+ issues.

• Requires strong research and writing skills as well as frequent communication with other features writers, editors and the editor-in-chief to discuss LGBT+ issues, travel experience and other pitch ideas.

Features Writer November 2015 – May 2016

HerCampus, Berry College Chapter

• Wrote articles aimed toward Berry College students about a variety of topics, with a focus on entertainment and information, and important college events and people.

• Required research skills and constant communication with the editor-in-chief of our chapter.

Editor August 2014 – May 2017

Berry College Writing Center

• Assisted college students with research, brainstorming, drafting and revision techniques for academic papers across many disciplines.

• Often worked with students on multiple drafts of the same paper to ensure understanding and consistent improvement in writing and editing skills of the student.

• Assisted close to one hundred students each year.

• Required effective communication skills and thorough understanding of grammar rules and academic, journalistic, and creative writing styles. Skills

• Excellent organization and time management skills.

• Strong leadership capabilities.

• Works well on a team and individually.

• Adapts to new situations and tools quickly.

• Extremely comfortable with public speaking.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

• Knowledge of QuickBooks.

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