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Baylie Bowers-Whaley

Des Moines,Iowa

Summary

Hardworking and passionate candidate with 12+ years of work experience and a recently earned degree in writing and a minor in sociology. Talented at researching, creative writing, and editing diverse content. Eager to learn and evolve in a new career and passions.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Writing Intern

Urban Experience Magazine
08.2022 - 12.2022
  • Proofread 3-6 articles weekly to detect and correct errors in spelling, punctuation, and syntax
  • Edited and/or rewrote copy to improve readability
  • Engaged in weekly calls with lead editor to discuss articles and structural edits
  • Wrote weekly blog posts summarizing Des Moines' Urban Impact Show and expanding on topical issues

Speciality Sales Representative

Target
05.2020 - 08.2022
  • Identified customer needs and collaborated with cross-functional departments to deliver on expectations
  • Communicated effectively with guests to maintain customer satisfaction and loyalty

Account Manager

Praxair Distribution, Inc
04.2017 - 06.2019
  • Effectively communicated and collaborated with other departments to resolve account issues
  • Participated and lead bi-weekly conference calls to ensure account successes
  • Trained and supported new members of the team with enthusiasm and empathy

Sales Representative

U.S. Cellular
05.2015 - 04.2017
  • Performed store opening and closing duties including counting cash drawers and checking all equipment for proper functioning
  • Built customer confidence by actively listening to concerns and giving appropriate feedback

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Writing

Drake University
Des Moines, IA
05.2023

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts

Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, IA
06.2021

Skills

  • Inquisitive
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent writing and editing talent
  • Willingness to adapt

Publications

"Remembering You, Remembering Me" Nonfiction manuscript, Iowa Chapbook Series 2023

Timeline

Writing Intern

Urban Experience Magazine
08.2022 - 12.2022

Speciality Sales Representative

Target
05.2020 - 08.2022

Account Manager

Praxair Distribution, Inc
04.2017 - 06.2019

Sales Representative

U.S. Cellular
05.2015 - 04.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Writing

Drake University

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts

Des Moines Area Community College

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