Barry Ward

Web & Social Media Content Writer

252-***-**** Raleigh, NC adrxzt@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY: A web and social media content writer with experience as a print journalist, photographer, copy editor, and page designer with the ability to compose information that will appeal to a company’s clients. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Customer Care Specialist, Girl Scouts NC Coastal Pines, Raleigh, NC 10/17-

Reduced number of phone calls and emails by provide correct answers regarding Girl Scout activities

Enrolled customers in troops, field trips, and camps

Constructed web pages using Salesforce software

Retirement Communications Officer, NC Department of State Treasurer, Raleigh, NC 7/16 – 6/17

Informed customers about retirement plans and events by creating social media posts

Informed staff on latest happenings in the department by composing articles for internal newsletter, The Aviator

Edited forms and letters from within the department, ensuring accurate and fact based information was effectively communicated, regarding policies and procedures Staff writer, Daily Advance, Elizabeth City, NC 11/15 – 7/16

Reported on the outcomes at local government meetings in northeast North Carolina

Reported on community events in northeast North Carolina Programming Assistant, WKJX 96.7 FM The Block, Elizabeth City, NC 8/11 – 5/15

Increased awareness of radio stating by creating content for website and social media site

Broadcasted radio programs, commercials, and songs by downloading files in the computer system Senior Staff Writer, Bertie Ledger-Advance/Enterprise, Windsor, NC 8/06 – 11/15

Informed citizens about government meetings, crime, economy, and area events

Highlighted the skills and talents of area citizens for Eastern Living Magazine

Produced eye catching newspaper pages by using InDesign and Photoshop software EDUCATION

Masters of Arts: English – Writing Concentration, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC GPA: 3.3 Bachelors of Arts: English – Writing Concentration, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC GPA: 3.7 AWARDS/AFFILIATIONS

Dean’s List, East Carolina University 2001-2006

Member, National Honor Scholar Society 2006

3rd Place, NC Press Association Award – Best Serious Column 2014

Award for General Excellence, NC Press Association 2013