Carol Test
Summary
Need to reach the right audience with the right message via the right platform?
Carol is a Communications & Education Specialist who excels in public engagement with experience leveraging diverse media in both public and private sectors.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
CONTENT EDITOR
The Writing Cycle
03.2014 - Current
- Authored and edited original content across diverse media formats, including virtual courses, online articles, social media marketing and newsletter campaigns.
- Performed developmental and copyediting services for authors to deliver manuscripts of the highest quality.
- Simplified documents to enhance readability and audience comprehension.
- Developed and executed educational speaking engagements for ASU, AZ Commission on the Arts, The Piper Center, Brooklyn Poets, MCCCD, and the City of Tempe.
- Authored award-winning short fiction.
CREATIVE WRITING AND COMPOSITION INSTRUCTOR
Arizona State University
08.2006 - 01.2021
- Courses taught at ASU: ENG 101, 102, CRW/ENG 388, and via the Piper Center: Healing Trauma Through Hybrids Forms, Remodel Your Novel.
- Developed and clearly presented curriculum in alignment with best practices.
- Fostered student interest via engaging lectures and participation-driven workshop activities.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating literature from world cultures.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Provided extensive written and verbal feedback on student manuscripts.
- Demonstrated mastery in handling spontaneous Q&A.
CREATIVE WRITING AND COMPOSITION INSTRUCTOR
Maricopa County Community Colleges District
01.2006 - 05.2013
- Courses taught at Phoenix College and Mesa Community College: ENG 101, 102, CRW 170, 271, 200.
- Developed and clearly presented curriculum in alignment with best practices.
- Fostered student interest via engaging lectures and participation-driven workshop activities.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Provided extensive written and verbal feedback on student manuscripts.
- Demonstrated mastery in handling spontaneous Q&A.
- Nominated for Excellence in Teaching Award via Phoenix College.
MANAGING EDITOR
SheKnows Media
01.2008 - 08.2008
- Oversaw publication of editorial content for leading lifestyle property with 75 million unique visitors per month.
- Managed in-house and freelance editorial teams, coordinating remote workers to achieve prescribed deliverable milestones.
- Conducted editorial meetings with staff members to collaborate on proposed publication suggestions.
- Oversaw compliance with style guide, editorial calendar, and brand identity.
- Pitched content strategies and developed custom editorial for clients including Disney, UPS, and TJ Maxx.
CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF, Formerly MANAGING EDITOR
Sonora Review
08.2003 - 06.2005
- Oversaw production of national bi-annual literary magazine.
- Co-led community outreach and promotional efforts.
- Managed and mentored a diverse staff of 20.
- Evaluated and edited final contributor submissions to verify excellence in content and alignment with goals of the publication.
- Worked with graphic artists and post-production team members to produce captivating and successful content.
Education
MASTER OF FINE ARTS - Creative Writing
The University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ05.2005
BACHELOR OF ARTS - English Literature
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ12.2001
AZ TEACHING CERTIFICATION - 6-12 Language Arts
05.2019
Skills
- Curriculum Development
- Public Speaking
- Public Relations
- Verbal & Written Communication
- MS Office
- AP, MLA, CBE Styles
- Brand Consistency
- Audience Engagement
- Copywriting & Editing
- Social Media Marketing
Clearance
- Fingerprint Card
- Background Check
Timeline
CONTENT EDITOR
The Writing Cycle
03.2014 - Current
MANAGING EDITOR
SheKnows Media
01.2008 - 08.2008
CREATIVE WRITING AND COMPOSITION INSTRUCTOR
Arizona State University
08.2006 - 01.2021
CREATIVE WRITING AND COMPOSITION INSTRUCTOR
Maricopa County Community Colleges District
01.2006 - 05.2013
CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF, Formerly MANAGING EDITOR
Sonora Review
08.2003 - 06.2005
MASTER OF FINE ARTS - Creative Writing
The University of Arizona
BACHELOR OF ARTS - English Literature
Arizona State University
AZ TEACHING CERTIFICATION - 6-12 Language Arts
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