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Christopher DeWitt

Raleigh,NC

Summary

Content marketing specialist and journalist with more than six years of experience creating impactful copy that engages readers and drives measurable growth.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer Staff Writer

The NYC Daily Post
06.2024 - Current
  • Reported on news in the health, technology, and business sectors
  • Performed research to find credible sources to support articles
  • Reviewed the work of other writers and provide clear feedback

Freelance Copy Editor and Proofreader

Robert Half
08.2021 - Current
  • Led a team of proofreaders to review 1,981 marketing and technical documents for Copeland Corporation.
  • Served as the sole copyeditor and proofreader for newsletters, emails, blogs, and reports for the U.S Treasury, Renal Physicians Association, UnidosUS, and the D.C Bar Association.
  • Implemented plain language writing standards when advised
  • Reduced errors by diligently fact-checking information and sources in written materials.
  • Improved document organization through thoughtful restructuring and formatting adjustments.
  • Contributed to team success by consistently meeting tight deadlines under pressure.
  • Mastered various industry-specific style guides, enhancing adaptability when working on diverse projects.
  • Collaborated with editors and page designers to create polished, attractive product.

Freelance Staff Writer

The Duplin Times
06.2021 - Current
  • Reported on news events in the Duplin County area
  • Interviewed residents and leaders about area happenings and issues
  • Contributed to supplemental publications and meet hard deadlines

Senior Content Editor

Radish Agency
04.2022 - 08.2023
  • Managed content creation for clients in the medical technology, pharmaceutical, and manufacturing fields, including Welkin Health, BioDigital, Kurve Therapeutics, and Dessert Holdings.
  • Implemented SEO strategies within content to boost online visibility and audience engagement.
  • Assisted in budget management by allocating resources effectively, resulting in average cost savings of $250 per project without sacrificing quality.
  • Negotiated contracts with freelance writers, securing competitive rates while maintaining high-quality standards throughout collaborations.
  • Facilitated brainstorming sessions with creative teams to generate fresh ideas for new content initiatives.
  • Developed editorial guidelines and style guides to maintain consistency across all published materials.
  • Reviewed analytics data to evaluate content performance, making necessary adjustments for improved results.
  • Collaborated with writers for better article flow and clarity, enhancing overall readability.
  • Proofread, edited and evaluated final copy to verify content aligned with established guidelines.

Freelance Book Editor/SEO Editor

The Urban Writers
09.2020 - 05.2022
  • Led editing for e-books and short-form online, reviewing an average of 15,000 words weekly.
  • Optimized digital formats for e-books by coordinating with technical teams to ensure compatibility across multiple devices/platforms while preserving the aesthetic aspects of print editions.
  • Established strong working relationships with freelance talent such as proofreaders, copyeditors, and designers to ensure seamless collaboration on book projects.
  • Reviewed book content and illustrations for style, grammar, accuracy, and consistency.
  • Championed the author's vision throughout the editing process while maintaining a balance between artistic expression and commercial viability.
  • Attended weekly meetings to review book schedules and discuss issues.

Contract Editorial Specialist

Randstad USA
11.2021 - 03.2022
  • Wrote newsletters and social media copy for Capital Group, a financial services provider.
  • Conducted research and found credible sources to support articles.
  • Assisted financial journalists with administrative tasks.
  • Gathered, organized, and input information into a digital database.
  • Conducted in-depth market research to identify new business opportunities.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget.

Freelance Copy Editor

WebMD
06.2021 - 02.2022
  • Edited a weekly average of 10,000 words.
  • Mastered various industry-specific style guides, enhancing adaptability when working on diverse projects.
  • Recommended copy edits based on knowledge of thetarget audience and internal and external style guides.
  • Maintained high standards of language usage by correcting grammar, punctuation, and syntax errors.
  • Enhanced writer skills by providing constructive feedback on submitted drafts.
  • Improved document organization through thoughtful restructuring and formatting adjustments.
  • Reduced errors by diligently fact-checking information and sources in written materials.
  • Collaborated with writers to refine their work, resulting in clearer communication of ideas.
  • Contributed to team success by consistently meeting tight deadlines under pressure.

Freelance Copywriter

Steady Content
08.2018 - 11.2021
  • Responsible for writing an average of 3,000 words of content daily.
  • Customized brand message to reach and capture the target audience's interest and drive engagement.
  • Formatted copy to align with project-specific guidelines.
  • Increased brand awareness through the creation of compelling content for website landing pages, blog posts, and email newsletters.
  • Transformed complex information into easily digestible pieces tailored for specific audience segments using plain language principles.
  • Ensured consistency in brand messaging across multiple channels by adhering to established style guides and tone standards.
  • Supported SEO initiatives through strategic keyword incorporation in web content, driving organic traffic growth.
  • Wrote advertising copy for online content, adhering to clients' overarching brand identity and personality.
  • Crafted effective call-to-action statements within copy, driving desired consumer behavior and increasing conversion rates.
  • Consistently met project objectives by effectively managing multiple assignments simultaneously while maintaining high-quality output.

Contract Production Editor

Crawford Group
01.2021 - 05.2021
  • Worked with SolarWinds to rebrand a library of 1,200 marketing and technical documents, including e-books, landing pages, case studies, feature sheets, and slide decks.
  • Provided constructive feedback to authors on content revisions, contributing to the development of engaging and informative materials.
  • Championed the adoption of accessibility guidelines in document creation, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
  • Managed strict deadlines with effective prioritization of tasks, ensuring timely delivery of final products to clients.
  • Improved overall readability of documents through careful attention to detail in line editing and copyediting tasks.
  • Implemented rigorous quality control measures throughout the production process to minimize errors and maintain high editorial standards.
  • Collaborated closely with writers, designers, and fellow editors to produce high-quality content that met client specifications.
  • Acquired in-depth knowledge of content areas in the IT landscape to provide effective edits.

Contract Editor/Proofreader

Black Enterprise Magazine
12.2020 - 01.2021
  • Served as a contributing editor and proofreader for content for BE's 50th-anniversary special edition.
  • Edited and proofed an average of 3,500 words daily.
  • Maintained a high level of accuracy in edited contracts, minimizing the need for additional revisions.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines, demonstrating strong organizational skills.
  • Proofread, edited, and evaluated final copy to verify content aligned with established guidelines.

Lifestyles Writer/Layout Designer

GateHouse Media
12.2017 - 05.2019
  • Started my own mental health column and nature photography blog
  • Wrote over 200 published articles on local events and community leaders
  • Successfully led digital and social media outreach campaigns
  • Lay out pages and covers using Adobe Creative software
  • Publish content on our website

Education

Psychology -

Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA
05.2017

Biology & Biology Education -

Coastal Carolina Community College
Jacksonville, NC
05.2015

Skills

  • Content/Inbound Marketing
  • Jira
  • Content Writing
  • Content Editing
  • Content Strategy
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • AP Style
  • Google Suite
  • On-Page SEO
  • Acrobat
  • InDesign
  • Lightroom
  • Photoshop
  • Ahrefs
  • Generative AI Tools
  • SEMrush
  • Slack
  • Zoom
  • Canva
  • WordPress
  • Figma
  • Scrum Environments

Timeline

Volunteer Staff Writer

The NYC Daily Post
06.2024 - Current

Senior Content Editor

Radish Agency
04.2022 - 08.2023

Contract Editorial Specialist

Randstad USA
11.2021 - 03.2022

Freelance Copy Editor and Proofreader

Robert Half
08.2021 - Current

Freelance Staff Writer

The Duplin Times
06.2021 - Current

Freelance Copy Editor

WebMD
06.2021 - 02.2022

Contract Production Editor

Crawford Group
01.2021 - 05.2021

Contract Editor/Proofreader

Black Enterprise Magazine
12.2020 - 01.2021

Freelance Book Editor/SEO Editor

The Urban Writers
09.2020 - 05.2022

Freelance Copywriter

Steady Content
08.2018 - 11.2021

Lifestyles Writer/Layout Designer

GateHouse Media
12.2017 - 05.2019

Biology & Biology Education -

Coastal Carolina Community College

Psychology -

Regent University

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