Photography
Amanda Brobeck
Copy Editor
Alexandria,VA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Freelance Copy Editor
Self
Alexandria, VA
07.2022 - Current
- Reviewed and edited content for correct grammar and style.
- Collaborated with editors and page designers to create polished, attractive product.
- Recommended copy edits based on knowledge of target audience and internal and external style guides.
- Produced clear, concise and accurate content to reflect tone and level of authority appropriate to content.
- Provided concise and constructive editorial feedback to writers to improve article and story writing.
Mother
Self-employeed
Del Rio, TX
03.2020 - 07.2022
- Supervised residents preparing meals and handling chores and provided constructive feedback.
- Evaluated performance, adjusted strategies and maintained agile, sustainable operations.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Modernized and improved operational procedures to increase productivity and profitability while tightly controlling costs.
- Solved grievances and complaints by collaborating with residents.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs and monitored performance.
Mother
Self-employeed
Columbia, MD
03.2017 - 03.2020
- Supervised residents preparing meals and handling chores and provided constructive feedback.
- Supported personal needs of residents dealing with diverse conditions.
- Enforced policies and safety standards.
- Strategized to improve resident care and satisfaction and held weekly meetings to advocate for household needs.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
- Provided thoughtful guidance to personnel in navigating and resolving snags in productivity.
Personal Trainer
Self-employed
Lakenheath, UK
03.2014 - 03.2017
- Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise and stretching.
- Designed specific workout systems for individual clients based on performance ability.
- Grew customer base through word-of-mouth referrals based on customer satisfaction and results.
- Created inspirational physical training initiatives to foster healthy lifestyle decisions.
- Bolstered customer satisfaction ratings by managing issues and providing dedicated service.
Blogger
Self
Goldsboro, NC
11.2010 - 03.2014
- Implemented SEO strategies to optimize web content for search engines.
- Maintained aesthetics of blog through images and troubleshooting issues.
- Published regular pieces on beauty and makeup to blog.
- Posted regularly on blog and other social media outlets to increase retention, acquisition rates and levels of engagement with blog.
- Researched creative topics to write, edit and create layouts for new articles and features.
- Chose cover photography or artwork, selected fonts and arranged designs to attract target readership.
Copy Editor
Beaver County Times
Beaver, PA
05.2008 - 10.2010
- Reviewed and edited content for correct grammar and style.
- Produced clear, concise and accurate content to reflect tone and level of authority appropriate to content.
- Created headlines, subheads and photo captions for local and national news stories.
- Conducted editorial meetings with staff members to collaborate and review proposed publication suggestions.
- Proofread, edited and evaluated final copy to verify content aligned with established guidelines.
- Provided concise and constructive editorial feedback to writers to improve article and story writing.
- Worked with graphic artists, post-production team members and other specialists to produce captivating and successful content.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies
Pennsylvania State Univesity
09.2006 - 06.2008
Associate of Arts - Fine Arts
Community College of Beaver County
Monaca, PA 08.2004 - 08.2006
Skills
Planning and coordination
undefinedInterests
Writing
Makeup & Beauty
Fitness & Health
Hobbies
In my spare time, I love learning the technical aspects of cameras and experimenting with black-and-white photography. I also take time for myself at the gym and enjoy beauty and wellness routines.
Timeline
Freelance Copy Editor
Self
07.2022 - Current
Mother
Self-employeed
03.2020 - 07.2022
Mother
Self-employeed
03.2017 - 03.2020
Personal Trainer
Self-employed
03.2014 - 03.2017
Blogger
Self
11.2010 - 03.2014
Copy Editor
Beaver County Times
05.2008 - 10.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies
Pennsylvania State Univesity
09.2006 - 06.2008
Associate of Arts - Fine Arts
Community College of Beaver County
08.2004 - 08.2006
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