Hi, I’m Lauren.
I’m an educated writer with a diverse professional background in editing, technical writing, and content strategy.
I’m passionate about storytelling and the art of the written word. Experienced in an array of topics, I deliver creative content informed by quality research. My content provides new insight and provokes thought through informative, engaging writing that’s a pleasure to read.
Based in Central California. Contact me.
Current Projects
- Creating technical study guides for promotion-eligible Air Force members with McMillan Study Guides.
- Content strategy and social media management for Masterfully, LLC.
- Contributing health writer for SLO Life Magazine.
- Creative food writing at Edible Ink.
Areas of Expertise
Writing
Proofreading
Editing
Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
Content Creation
Research
Social Media Management
Content Strategy
Education & Certifications
Bachelor of Arts in English, Fordham University
May 2015 | GPA 3.4 | Dean’s List
Inbound Methodology, HubSpot
July 2020 | View Certificate
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Specialization Certification, UC Davis Extension
November 2020 | View Certificate
Relevant Experience
Content Strategist, Masterfully, LLC
(2020 – present)
Create and execute effective content strategy aimed to increase brand awareness. Social media management for Masterfully’s Facebook and LinkedIn pages. Copywriting for website and software; editing business correspondence.
Contributing Writer, SLO Life Magazine
(2020 – present)
I write the Health feature article for the magazine, which is published six times a year. In this role, I research and cultivate topic ideas that focus on mental and physical health and current trends. In this role, I aim to highlight local experts, business and products as they relate to overall health.
Content Writer & Editor, McMillan Study Guides
(2018 – present)
McMillan Study Guides produces study guides for promotion eligible Air Force members. I use Air Force source materials to create comprehensive study guides. In this role, I also proofread work for accuracy and adherence to a strict style guide.
Staff Writer, Violent Success
(2014)
In this freelance, remote position I wrote album reviews, live performance reviews and conducted band interviews in New York City where I was attending Fordham University.
Research & Marketing Assistant, Layne Wong
(2013 – 2015)
I worked remotely for Layne Wong, conducting research and marketing outreach for her historical fiction novel, Shanghai Love. Assignments changed on a weekly basis, providing a breadth of experience in areas ranging from specific topic research and finding synthesis to composing marketing materials to writing blog and social media posts.
