Madison Reardon

San Clemente, CA

Phone: 949-***-****

Email: acxmsw@r.postjobfree.com

Education San Jose State University,

B.A. English, Professional & Technical Writing

Relevant Work Experience

June 2016 Web Content Producer for WebMD

to present San Clemente, CA

Build 5-10 newsletters (per day) using HTML.

Quickly and efficiently edit each newsletter’s HTML to ensure proper coding.

Regularly communicate and coordinate with the Content and Programming Manager.

Create, edit, and post taglines to our MedicineNet, RxList, eMedicineHealth, and OnHealth Facebook pages using AP Style.

Resize, crop, and edit images in Photoshop.

Publish content using the internal CMS system.

Scan and edit HTML errors in our on-site, published articles.

June 2014 Content Producer (eCommerce Copywriter) for SwimOutlet.com

to May 2016 San Jose, CA

Quickly and efficiently wrote and self-edited quality content for products, newsletters, and buying guides using HTML.

Imbedded videos, tables, and PDFs into descriptions using HTML.

Organized and prioritized my in-office schedule for optimal productivity.

Created and edited on-site size charts using HTML/CSS.

Met with content team regularly.

Researched the technical features of products.

Communicated with vendors for all essential product information.

Turned products’ technical jargon into polished, concise language.

Regularly met with category managers to discuss any questions or projects.

Used internal JIRA, Insiders, Basecamp, and Buying tools.

August 2010 English Tutor

to Dec. 2014 San Jose, CA

Edited grammar, syntax errors, and stylistic issues within student papers.

Assisted student with proper formatting based on format style type (MLA, APA, Chicago).

Utilized “Track Changes” tool in MS Word to electronically display edits and explanations of edits.

Provided extensive feedback and suggestions for improvement.

Relevant Volunteer Experience

August 2016 Partner and Lead Editor at JournalistsForSpace.com

to present Remote

Provide final edit of all articles before online publication.

Write and edit informational descriptions and definitions to better explain complex scientific concepts to a novice audience.

Create and oversee editorial production schedule.

Facilitate with web design as we transfer the website to a new hosting platform.

Ensure that all content follows the guidelines of our self-made style guide.

Edited and created the JournalistsForSpace.com style guide.

Skills

Well-versed in PC use, Mac use, HTML, and CSS use.

Basic understanding of JavaScript.

Excellent knowledge of AP Style.

Good understanding of Adobe Suite, including Adobe PDF.

Strong experience with social media management.

Works best in fast-paced environments.

Quick to grasp new concepts and to retain new information.

Proficient knowledge of all Microsoft Office programs.

Highly self-motivated and detail-oriented.

Successful organizational skills and multi-tasking skills.

Extensive knowledge and understanding of American English grammar.

Strong interpersonal skills, using both concise and friendly communication.

Standard SEO experience at SwimOutlet.com and WebMD.

Responsible leadership abilities.

Conversational Spanish knowledge.

Relevant Coursework

Editing:

Focused on all forms of editing, including but not limited to basic grammatical editing, in-depth corporate editing, graphics editing, presentation editing, manual editing, technical document editing, editing for concision, editing for consistency, editing for style.

Striped written language down to its fundamentals: grammar, punctuation, syntax, spelling.

Learned how to easily articulate proper corrections.

Edited both manually and using word processing programs.

Worked with group on projects consisting of repurposing, reorganizing, and reediting informational documents.

Career Writing:

Produced marketable nonfiction pieces.

Edited and enhanced own writing.

Regularly met with other writers for peer editing and workshopping.

Maximized my ability to write clearly, effectively, and creatively.

Adjusted writing style to accommodate content, context, and audience.

Edited and wrote for class-produced English Department publications.

Researched using analytical tools from professional content.

Produced two publications with class: The Writing Life and English and Comparative Literature Department Newsletter.

Helped to create a class-made podcast.

Professional Technical Writing:

Refined writing and editing skills and research methods.

Studied audience analysis and reader-based writing techniques.

Produced technical reports and presentations: subject-related reports, project proposals, and personal resumes.

Created a full manual with an interactive PDF on self-chosen topic.

Modern English:

Focused on growth and structure of modern English.

Heavily analyzed past and modern syntax and grammar.

Gained a basic understanding of phonology, morphology, and semantics.

Studied social and regional differences in the English language.

Extracurricular Activities

Division I water polo athlete at SJSU for 4 years.

BAHBAD volunteer from 2008-2010.

Awards and Honors

Online content published daily while at SwimOutlet.com.

Articles published in SJSU English Department newsletter and SJSU’s The Writing Life publication.

Awarded various Most Improved, Most Coachable, and MVP athletic awards since 2009.

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