Alex Nelson
Columbus
Summary
Professional editorial specialist with strong background in content development and quality assurance. Skilled in copyediting, proofreading, and managing editorial workflows to meet tight deadlines. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adapting seamlessly to changing needs. Brings keen attention to detail, excellent communication, and passion for producing high-quality content.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Studio Manager
Lifetouch Portrait Studios
Dublin, OH
03.2024 - Current
- Managed daily studio operations, ensuring smooth workflow and efficient resource allocation.
- Coordinated scheduling and logistics for project timelines, optimizing team productivity.
- Oversaw inventory management, maintaining accurate supplies and equipment levels.
- Oversaw facility maintenance tasks including cleaning routines, equipment upkeep, safety inspections for overall operational excellence.
- Provided exceptional customer service by assisting clients with inquiries, bookings, payments, and any other needs that arose.
Freelancer
DataAnnotation Tech
Remote
01.2024 - 08.2025
- Provided a high level of attention to detail to identify areas in need of improvement or that lacked quality standards.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to meet tight deadlines without compromising quality.
- Streamlined project workflows by implementing best practices and innovative tools for efficiency.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability under pressure.
Studio Photographer
Lifetouch Portrait Studios
Dublin, OH
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Captured high-quality portraits, ensuring optimal lighting and composition for diverse client needs.
- Collaborated with clients to understand their vision, providing personalized photography experiences.
- Mentored junior photographers on best practices in portrait techniques and customer interaction.
- Evaluated photographic outcomes, adjusting techniques to improve image quality and consistency.
Journalist
Community Media Group
DuBois, PA
07.2019 - 10.2023
- Produced up to 4 stories a day for digital and print channels.
- Covered a specific area of 657 square miles with a population of about 44,500, 7 boroughs, and 3 school districts.
- Investigated local issues, producing in-depth articles to inform community members.
- Developed story ideas and conducted interviews with local personalities and politicians.
- Led investigative journalism initiatives, uncovering critical stories impacting the community.
- Utilized social media channels to promote stories and engage readers with a following of about 20,000.
- Grew Facebook following of Jeffersonian Democrat page by 100 percent in 1.5 years.
- Developed multimedia content, enhancing storytelling through video and photography integration.
Freelance Content Writer
Community Media Group
Brookville, PA
03.2013 - 07.2019
- Used Microsoft Word and Google Docs to store and share created documents.
- Strengthened content by thoroughly editing and proofreading content multiple times prior to submission.
- Collaborated with other writers on group projects following a theme
- Acted as photo-journalist to capture photos of events and take photos to accompany articles.
Education
Bachelor Of Applied Arts And Science - Communication Studies
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Clarion, PA05.2019
Skills
- Deadline management
- Editing and proofreading
- Copywriting and editing
- Trending and breaking news
- Media Operations Knowledge
- Adobe Photoshop and InDesign
- AP Style & Style Guides
- Active listening / interviewing
- Content Management Systems
- Researching information
- Performance tracking and evaluation
Accomplishments
- Achieved an increase of Facebook followers from around 1,500 to about 3,350 in a year and a half through effective Facebook page management for a weekly newspaper.
- Successfully reported on an area of 657 square miles with a population of about 44,500 people, growing subscriptions of the publication in that locality.
- Supervised a news team of 4 staff members during the absence of the newspaper's Editor.
- Assisted in hiring and training a team of 12 staff members, and managed said team through peak business season for the photo studio.
- Planned, scheduled content collection, and completed a week-long feature news series based on a small town's 175th anniversary.
Affiliations
- Pennsylvania NewsMedia Association
Timeline
Assistant Studio Manager
Lifetouch Portrait Studios
03.2024 - Current
Freelancer
DataAnnotation Tech
01.2024 - 08.2025
Studio Photographer
Lifetouch Portrait Studios
10.2023 - 03.2024
Journalist
Community Media Group
07.2019 - 10.2023
Freelance Content Writer
Community Media Group
03.2013 - 07.2019
Bachelor Of Applied Arts And Science - Communication Studies
Clarion University of Pennsylvania