VAUGHN ENTWISTLE

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Professional Summary

Seasoned professional writer/editor with a history of working for employers ranging from multinational corporations to international publishing houses. Often required to quickly learn new technologies and the vocabulary relevant to that discipline. Particularly adept at writing about a complex subject matter at a reading level appropriate for both technical and non-technical audiences.

Results-driven editor/writer offering years of client-focused service, project management and business-generating content production. Skilled professional with core strengths in leadership and goal alignment across teams and external agencies. Proficient at cultivating and retaining key client relationships and business partnerships.

Work history

Editor, 03/2023 – 06/2023

gasworld – Cornwall, United Kingdom

• Oversaw publication of gasworld Global Edition monthly magazine

• Wrote technical feature articles

• Created magazine layout

• Managed a staff of designers

• Interviewed scientists, engineers, researchers, and corporate CEOs

• Solicited and edited articles contributed by Subject Matter Experts from around the globe

• Represented the company at international trade shows and technical conferences

Managing Editor, 02/2018 – 06/2022

Perendale Publishers Ltd. – Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

• Oversaw publication of two monthly B2B trade journals: Milling & Grain Magazine & International Aquafeed and an annual International Milling Directory

• Managed a staff of a Production Editor, a Feature Writer and a Graphic Designer, providing thorough development and mentorship schemes for continued advancement

• Wrote monthly editorials and technical feature articles

• Interviewed scientists, researchers, and corporate CEOs

• Solicited and edited articles contributed by Subject Matter Experts from around the globe

• Published weekly digital newsletters

• Represented the company at international trade shows and technical conferences

• Promoted the company brand through Social Media including Facebook, blogs, Twitter, LinkedIn

• Hosted monthly video broadcasts on YouTube channel Rongorongo.Live

Production Editor, 10/2016– 01/2018

Future Publishing PLC – Bath, Somerset, United Kingdom

• Sub-editor for two major monthly newsstand photography magazines: N-Photo & PhotoPlus.

• Created workflow spreadsheets and monthly flat planner using publishing software

• Maintained publishing schedules for both magazines

Editor, 10/2013 - 05/2016

Traplet Publications – Malvern, Worcestershire, United Kingdom

• Editor for three monthly RC model aeroplane magazines: RCM&E (Radio Control Model & Electronics); Radio Control Jet International; Quiet and Electric Flight International

• Wrote articles on model flying events, new technology, how-to's, new products, and model kits and book reviews

• Liaised with internal marketing and sales departments and met with vendors and advertisers

• Supervised magazine layout

• Enhanced the company's social media presence through the Hobby Hub website and Facebook pages.

• Provided concise and constructive editorial feedback to columnists and freelance contributors

• Built productive relationships with writers, editors, advertisers, designers and other professionals to ensure fresh and timely content for each monthly magazine

• Provided concise and constructive editorial feedback to writers

Marketing Communications Writer/Editor, 04/1994 – 07/2012

Zetron Inc. – Redmond, Washington, USA

• Editor/Writer of The Advantage an internationally distributed monthly marketing newsletter Researched/interviewed/wrote feature stories on practical applications of Zetron technology Transitioned newsletter to full color and increased circulation from 3,000 to 12,000

• Created an online archive of case studies for the company website: www.zetron.com

• Wrote white papers, web copy, press releases, brochures and flyers to help establish the Zetron brand

• Acted as primary media contact and represented the company at trade shows and conferences

Skills

• feature article and newsletter writing

• technical journalism

• marketing writing

• event reporting/photography • social media, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Pinterest

• video scriptwriting

• interviewing skills

Education

Master of Arts: English & English Literature, 06/1987

Oakland University - Rochester, Michigan, USA

Bachelor of Arts: English, 06/1984

Oakland University - Rochester, Michigan, USA

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