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Beth Wasko

Writer, Editor
Davenport,FL

Summary

Innovative Copywriter with a strong editorial background, bringing 11+ years of writing experience. Possessing strong creativity to deliver unique copy, as well as 4 years of in-depth knowledge about Gartner and our brand.

Overview

4
4
years of post-secondary education
13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Multimedia Marketing Copywriter

Gartner
Stamford, CT
07.2017 - Current
  • Drafted internal and external video scripts for OC members, team leads, social posts and company changes/updates.
  • Edited content provided by business partners, as well as and suggested new copy to conform to company branding.
  • Wrote long-form copy for Smarter with Gartner, GAW and gartner.com.
  • Liaised with business partners to develop short and long-term social strategies.
  • Partnered closely with the multimedia team to create diverse media content.
  • Personally managed projects that didn't have an assigned project manager.
  • Created infographics, ebooks, flyers, videos, social media cards and posts and much more for research, consulting, conferences, etc.
  • Incorporated SEO keywords into copy to increase search result rankings.
  • Customized brand message to reach and capture target audience interest and drive engagement.
  • Presented clients with unique copy options based on overall marketing objectives.

Senior Editor

Meryl Moss Media/BookTrib.com
Westport, CT
06.2015 - 07.2017
  • Copyedited, wrote, produced articles.
  • Managed scheduling and assignments for all writers, freelancers and interns.
  • Managed social media platforms.
  • Managed and prepared monthly editorial calendar, ideas and posting schedule.
  • Hosted author video interviews.
  • Pitched ideas to publicists/authors for potential articles, as well as outreach for author chats.
  • Chose images and wrote headlines for all articles.
  • Worked with publishers and outside companies to discover new ways to best market books and authors in the industry.

Freelance Writer

DigiMag
05.2015 - 08.2016
  • Created interview questions for clients and page maps for projects. Pitched page ideas.
  • Wrote and copyedited feature articles.

Part-Time Editor

Soap Opera Digest
New York, NY
01.2015 - 06.2015
  • Interviewed actors and wrote long and short-form feature articles.
  • Pitched, transcribed, wrote and copyedited articles and columns for print.
  • Managed the website using a CMS daily with breaking news, events and announcements.
  • Controlled social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter).
  • Handled all photo department requests.

Senior Editor

Bauer Publishing Teen Group, Twist and M Magazine
, New Jersey
05.2014 - 11.2014
  • Pitched, researched and wrote feature articles about high-profile teen celebrities.
  • Researched teen topics, hot trends, popular celebrities.
  • Worked with teen celebrity publicists and interviewed teen actors, musicians and social media stars.
  • Wrote quizzes, short articles and miscellaneous pages.
  • Attended a number of celebrity and network events, with access to the talent.
  • Worked on specials: QuizFest, AstroGirl, Yikes.

Associate Editor/Photo Editor/Web Editor

Soap Opera Digest
New York City, NY
10.2009 - 05.2014

•Interviewed actors and wrote long and short-form feature articles.
•Pitched, transcribed, wrote and copyedited articles and columns for print.
•Managed the website using a CMS daily with breaking news, events and announcements.
•Controlled social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter).
•Handled all photo department requests.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism, English

University Of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI
09.2005 - 06.2009

Skills

11 Years content creation, copywriting and editing

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Timeline

Multimedia Marketing Copywriter

Gartner
07.2017 - Current

Senior Editor

Meryl Moss Media/BookTrib.com
06.2015 - 07.2017

Freelance Writer

DigiMag
05.2015 - 08.2016

Part-Time Editor

Soap Opera Digest
01.2015 - 06.2015

Senior Editor

Bauer Publishing Teen Group, Twist and M Magazine
05.2014 - 11.2014

Associate Editor/Photo Editor/Web Editor

Soap Opera Digest
10.2009 - 05.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism, English

University Of Rhode Island
09.2005 - 06.2009
Beth WaskoWriter, Editor