Abigail Carpenter
Madison,WI
Summary
Talented managing editor with over six years of experience pitching, developing and writing feature articles. Poised leader with proven strengths in directing writers, designers and production staff to create cohesive and successful magazine publication. Skilled communicator known for growing advertiser and reader relationships. Innovative problem-solver with approachable and positive attitude.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Editor
AB Media / AQUA Magazine
07.2018 - Current
- Promoted from assistant editor, to associate editor, to managing editor within four years
- Write my own articles for digital and print publication, but also manage and support a team of writers/freelancers to produce high-quality content
- Set magazine layout and page count each month (place editorial and ads)
- Manage all social media, including sponsored and boosted posts
- Plan and put together twice-weekly e-newsletter
- Keep up to date on software management system and upload articles to ensure website is accurate and attractive
- Collaborate with and support sales team, including the production of sponsored content, press releases, and an annual media kit, but also meet with advertisers and plan editorial calendar tailored to advertiser and audience preferences
- Attend four-plus trade shows per year, located all throughout the United States
- Help to hire and organize speakers/educational conference for the brand's own trade shows: AQUA Live and AQUA Live Spring Training
Editorial Intern
Madison Magazine
10.2017 - 05.2018
- Worked collaboratively with the editorial staff, as well as individually, to produce Dining & Drink, Home & Lifestyle, Shopping & Style, City Life and other story-driven content — most notably, the "Best of Madison" package, one of the magazine's most anticipated issues of the year
- Contributed to multimedia projects, newsletters, social media and web publishing
- Completed fact checking and transcribing assignments
Senior Prose Editor/Publisher
Murphy Square Literary Magazine
09.2016 - 04.2017
- Performed comprehensive editing services on select undergraduate, graduate, and professorial works of fiction
- Developed professional relationships with authors through multiple communication channels to ensure changes were made before final publication
- Advertised publication of magazine with a release event, posters, and multiple social media platforms
- Read 35 years of archived prose and poetry publications to select exceptional, standout works for an anniversary edition / anthology of Murphy Square Literary Magazine
News Editor
The Echo
09.2014 - 04.2015
- Responsible for three pages of weekly content, including front-page headlines
- Solicited article ideas and ensured that major news stories were covered
- Led investigative reporting team to ensure deadlines were met
- Edited subsequent articles and provided constructive feedback to staff members
Arts & Entertainment Editor
The Echo
01.2014 - 04.2014
- Oversaw and coached a staff of entertainment writers to produce timely, accurate, and engaging articles
- Attended live theater shows, films, and concerts as press
- Arranged and conducted interviews with individuals knowledgeable about each story's subject matter
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature, Language & Theory
Augsburg University
Minneapolis, MN04.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing
Augsburg University
Minneapolis, MN04.2017
Media Arts & Communication
Goldsmiths University of London
London, England04.2016
Skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Team collaboration; staff leadership and supervision
- Copywriting and editing
- Digital content management
- Editorial calendar development
- Relationship building
- Layout design
- Writing large features and columns
Timeline
Managing Editor
AB Media / AQUA Magazine
07.2018 - Current
Editorial Intern
Madison Magazine
10.2017 - 05.2018
Senior Prose Editor/Publisher
Murphy Square Literary Magazine
09.2016 - 04.2017
News Editor
The Echo
09.2014 - 04.2015
Arts & Entertainment Editor
The Echo
01.2014 - 04.2014
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature, Language & Theory
Augsburg University
Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing
Augsburg University
Media Arts & Communication
Goldsmiths University of London
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