Social Media Manager

Chrissy Szarek Writer & Copyeditor

**@********.*** 817-***-**** www.caszarek.com/editing www.caszarek.com/copywriting North Richland Hills, TX 76182

USA Today Best-selling Author and Creative Writer, Editor and Copyeditor with expertise in forming initial concepts for fiction, blogs, and articles across several print and digital platforms. Detail-oriented professional experienced in content development, proofreading, and bringing materials to life through compelling finished works. Avid research dedicated to fact-checking and operating with integrity. Possess an advanced working knowledge in multiple distribution channels including InScribe Digital, Draft2Digital, Amazon KDP, Smashwords, BookBaby, and IngramSpark. Areas of Expertise include:

Writing / Editing / Proofreading

Publishing / Distribution

Project Management

Research / Fact-Checking

Blurbs / Articles / Blogs

Novels / Novellas / Fiction

Content Development

Websites / Digital Platforms

Formatting / Writing Styles

Written / Oral Communication

Client Satisfaction / Retention

Public Relations / Marketing

Professional Experience

ELISE BLOG AND WRITING CENTER New York, NY 2019 - Present

Copywriter

Conceptualize, develop, and release multi-platform content following assignment distribution. Execute in-depth research to collect proven facts and statistics, support content, and prepare materials for publishing on blogs and websites. Grow readership through compelling topics and word choices that grip the audience and increase engagement.

Additional Key Contributions:

Advance communication with colleagues via Skype in a virtual position and discuss the details of upcoming projects.

Exemplify creativity, innovation, and a solid working knowledge in all aspects of writing and editing aspects.

WORLD CASTLE PUBLISHING Pensacola, FL 2015 - Present

Editor

Display expertise in line editing and content improvements for written works of varying lengths across multiple genres. Uphold high levels of efficiency and productivity to generate deliverables within strict deadlines. Centralize focus on accuracy and absence of errors. Gain valuable experience in the editing process and manage time effectively.

Additional Key Contributions:

Enhance client experiences by providing consistent updates on progress and internalizing specifications.

Repeatedly exceed expectations by returning quality pieces and detailed notes on content changes.

PAPER DRAGON PUBLISHING North Richland Hills, TX 2013 - Present

Editor, 2015 - Present

Add value at all stages of projects from initiation to final publishing phase through excellent content development, writing, editing, proofreading, and fact-checking abilities. Worked closely with more than 50 clients who are authors varying in experience from USA Today Best Sellers to upcoming professionals.

Additional Key Contributions:

Sustain a retention rate of 85%, contributing to referrals and new business; earned a 119% revenue increase YOY.

Provide a full range of services including writing, editing, development, formatting, and publishing assistance.

Author, 2013 - Present

Top the charts on the USA Today Bestseller list of 2017 as an author of 16 full-length novels, 7 audiobooks, and 3 short stories. Overcame business challenges by researching and learning the craft of self-publishing, formatting, and editing.

Additional Key Contributions:

Grow and nourish a list of loyal clients and industry connections through lucrative marketing and PR strengths.

Aim to outpace goals and maintain ongoing growth; all personally produced articles have been selected for publishing.

Education & Additional Involvement

Bachelor of Science, Applied Science, Criminal Justice, m. in Anthropology, Youngstown State University, Youngstown, OH

Memberships: President of the North Texas Romance Writers (NTRWA) of America, Romance Writers of America (RWA)

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