Abigail Andrews
Carlsbad,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented editor and writer with expertise in content editing, SEO optimization and engaging storytelling while reporting on the collision repair industry. Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines while enhancing online visibility.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Editor
Autobody News
Carlsbad, CA
02.2020 - 11.2025
- Reviewed and revised articles on collision repair industry for clarity, coherence and engagement before publication.
- Conducted interviews and research to write articles on collision repair industry.
- Managed multiple writing and editing assignments within stated timelines.
- Implemented SEO best practices while consistently updating website to increase visibility and engagement of online content.
News Reporter
Adams MultiMedia
Easton, MD
02.2008 - 12.2019
- Wrote for daily and weekly deadlines for Times-Record and Star Democrat newspapers
- Covered hard news, including town and county governments and the local public school system, as well as feature and human interest stories
- Complimented by supervisors for quick story turnarounds, and by readers and sources for clear, unbiased reporting
Fuels Specialist
U.S. Air Force Reserve
Dover, DE
09.2002 - 02.2008
- Served six years of regular reserve duty, including a 15-month activation at Dover Air Force Base, Del., from Feb. 2003 to May 2004 in support of Operation Enduring Freedom, and two years of inactive reserve duty
- Achieved rank of staff sergeant; managed lower-ranking airmen
Copy Editor and Layout Designer
Lee Enterprises
Kannapolis, NC
02.2007 - 01.2008
- Used QuarkXPress to produce every page of a daily newspaper, from the front page to special sections
- Edited copy for AP style, facts and clarity
- Worked with editors to produce a daily story budget for the next day's paper
- Updated newspaper website daily
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Print journalism
University of Maryland College Park
College Park12-2006
Skills
- Content editing
- Research skills
- Article writing
- SEO optimization
- Digital publishing
- Source interviewing
- Fact-checking
Timeline
Editor
Autobody News
02.2020 - 11.2025
News Reporter
Adams MultiMedia
02.2008 - 12.2019
Copy Editor and Layout Designer
Lee Enterprises
02.2007 - 01.2008
Fuels Specialist
U.S. Air Force Reserve
09.2002 - 02.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Print journalism
University of Maryland College Park