BEATRIZ ACOSTA, M.A.

I am a versatile writer, editor, writing tutor, and instructor with a professional and graduate-level background in writing. As a professional writer, I can work with minimal input to produce engaging and authoritative work. Likewise, working in group settings over the years has also prepared me to excel in close-knitted teams. As a result, my work style is autonomous and independent yet communicative. I have extensive experience researching, writing, and editing diverse content. My adaptability has allowed me to work exceptionally well in both on-site and remote environments pre and post-pandemic.

Writing Fellow, Florida Atlantic University, 2019

• Created writing instructional materials and evaluation criteria for faculty members outside of the English department.
• Crafted innovative writing strategies to encourage students to visit the writing center.
• Mentored students through one-on-one communication.

Fiction Editor, Coastlines Magazine, 2018

• Reviewed and provided feedback on short story manuscripts.
• Devised attention-grabbing headlines and summaries for content published in the magazine.
• Determined readiness of written pieces and approved final versions for publication.

Grants Writer, Broward County Government, 2017

• Identified funding sources, wrote letters of inquiry, and managed grants calendar.
• Edited grant proposals, project budgets, and other supporting documents for grants applications.
• Worked with nonprofit organizations on writing content for grant contracts.

Public Relations Assistant, Exchange For Change, 2017

• Created informative posts for Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram pages.
• Researched related trending topics in arts, literature, music, history, journalism, and law to produce content.
• Built community liaisons with other nonprofit organizations making connections through human interest stories.

Marketing and Social Media Assistant, Theatre Lab, 2016

• Created engaging content for Pinterest, Facebook, Instagram, and the company's website.
• Worked closely with the creative team to craft marketing materials for featured plays and masterclasses.
• Participated in writing masterclasses while developing creative writing skills.

Writing Program Assistant, Doral Academy Elementary School, 2007

• Helped teachers prepare instructional material and displays.
• Assisted children with assignments and homework focused on reading and writing.
• Interacted with children to provide guidance, emotional support, and motivation to complete tasks.