JUILEE RAJE

Writer and Editor

Guelph, ON (open to relocation)

226-***-****

adhrde@r.postjobfree.com

EXPERIENCE

Momus (Toronto/ Montreal, remote) - Editorial Assistant

OCT 2019 - JUN 2020

-First point of communication for external contributors to established online publication with over one million readers and podcast featured on New York Times.

-Issued rejection and acceptance emails to writers, communicated for more information.

-Engaged in pitch development with selected writers, alongside Editor in Chief and Senior Editor.

-Conducted line and copy-edits on external writer’s drafts in line with the in-house style guide.

-Assessed sources and updated hyperlinks, through combing online websites and print material to fact-check information.

Public Parking (Winnipeg, remote) - Contributing Editor

JAN 2020 - PRESENT

-Edited written stories, interviews and fact-checked submissions for comprehension and readability, without changing tone of voice or message.

-Provided concise and constructive editorial feedback to writers by engaging in pitch development through email.

-Suggested appropriate and creative titles for features.

-Selected and prepared images for pieces by browsing online databases.

Content Writer (Freelance, remote)

JAN 2017- PRESENT

-Interviewed individuals by phone, video chat and in person to write feature stories for personal website, gallery newsletters, and publications.

-Wrote and copy edited 800-1500 word assignments according to best SEO practices for mid-size publications.

-Proofread copy written by colleagues to correct spelling, punctuation and grammar.

-Completed accurate and polished formatting in line with publishing standards prior to submission. (Chicago style, in-house style guides).

-Consulted with editors to shape story and eliminate any errors.

-Wrote and proofread blog and social media posts, website copy and articles.

-Managed personal website on Squarespace.

EDUCATION

PSB Paris School of Business

MBA Specializing in Arts and Cultural Management

SEP 2018 - APR 2020

OCADU Ontario College of Arts and Design University

BFA Specializing in Art Criticism and Curatorial Practice

SEP 2014 - JUN 2018