Editorial Writer Resume
Here’s a sample of what your Editorial Writer Resume should look like while applying for Editorial Writer Jobs.
6901 West Main Street,
Castle Rock,
WA, 98611
222-222-2222
name@emailprovider.com
Summary:
An experienced editor with strong provocative thoughts and critical thinking skills; has a broad understanding of the current issues; has hands-on experience with writing and can adapt to changing deadlines targeting a variety of target audience; excellent verbal and written communication skills; has the ability to work independently, is highly motivated and can multi-task.
Professional Experience:
Technical Writer September 2000 – March 2005
Hearst Newspapers, Washington DC
Responsibilities
Developed documentation project plans and timelines.
Provided presentations and training to department members and external organization
Creative Writer March 1995 – July 2000
Thomson Newspapers Inc., Worthington, MN
Responsibilities
Assigned to choose themes for writing project-based articles with topics fixated on personal interests and real-life situations, or any assignment handed by the publisher.
Organized materials for projects.
Planned arrangements for community events and activities.
Collaborated with other writers on specific projects.
Conferred and consulted publisher and discussed developments and revisions made on certain features and stories.
Conducted research to obtain factual information and verify data authenticity by utilizing sources such as newspapers, journals and interviews.
Conducted basic training sessions for a pool of new writers.
Junior Writer June 1990- February 1995
Community Newspaper Holdings Birmingham, AL
Responsibilities
Wrote press releases fillers on current topics that posed great appeal and impact to the readers.
Tracked editorial calendars and mapped out plans to for cascade PRs and other items related to our messages.
Developed message themes of the day, week and month.
Created good ties with other journalists.
Handled the publication archiving.
Education:
1989-1992 Masters in Creative Writing
Stanford University, CA
1984 – 1989 Bachelor of Arts with Journalism Studies
Stanford University, CA
Skills:
Excellent English communication and writing skill
Features, news and short story writing skills
Keen observer and has great research skills
Good organizational skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Awards and Honors:
National Conference of Editorial Writers, Member
Harness Writers Association, Member
