Writer and Editor

Andy Pacheco-Fores

Writer and Editor

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Summary

I am a writer and editor with experience in sports journalism, as well as technical writing and B2B promotional writing. I'm proficient with web publishing tools, social media, and content management systems.

Experience

Technical Communications at Epic (September 2012 - December 2015)

Wrote customer-facing setup and support documentation of all new development for two applications in Epic's enterprise EHR software system.

Created promotional materials for executive and end user audiences to generate interest in upcoming features.

Reviewed customer-facing documents produced by non-writers, including white papers, newsletters, and webinars.

Mentored and trained a new hire.

Contributing Editor at The FCF (September 2011 - August 2012)

Wrote and illustrated original content, including news, analysis, and commentary.

Copyedited and proofread all staff-produced content

Created designs for our merchandise, including our highest-selling item.

Editorial Board, Senior Op-Ed Editor at The Yeti (August 2009 - June 2010)

I personally oversaw content production, copyediting, proofreading, and publication.

De facto taught writing and reporting to staff in absence of journalism department at FSU.

Collaborated with other board members on recruitment, marketing, project development, and overall strategic direction.

Languages

Spanish (Native proficiency)

English (Native proficiency)

Skills & Expertise

Social Media

Microsoft Office

AP Style

WordPress

Education

The University of Texas School of Law (2010-2011)

Member, Chicano/Hispanic Law Students' Association

Florida State University, Graduate Certificate, Publishing and Editing (2009-2010)

Florida State University Bachelor of Arts, English, (2006-2010)

Editor, The Yeti (student newspaper)

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