Charlotte Brockway
North Plainfield,USA
Summary
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Bookseller
Barnes & Noble
09.2022 - Current
- Organized over 31 book signings to help management communicate and stay on top of local author events and sales strategy
- Identified lead titles and managed multi-task campaigns, such as Monthly Pick and Book of the Year
- Trained new staff on store policies, and customer service excellence
- Shared knowledge about books with customers to influence purchases
Literary Intern
Creative Media Agency
08.2021 - 12.2022
- Led a team of 13 as Captain of the contacts team, delegating research tasks on publishing trends and contacts from Publisher's Marketplace, increasing team efficiency
- Drafted three pitches and five editorial letters for projects across various genres, leading to an increase in successful pitches
- I reviewed 3,000 query letters and wrote over 50 reader reports, contributing to the acquisition of high-quality manuscripts and improving the submission review process
Publishing and Communications Intern
New Village Press
09.2017 - 01.2018
- Provided proofreading and review support, enhancing editorial feedback on notable works such as Unhappy Silences by Berenice Fisher, and Conversations With Diego Rivera by Alfredo Cardona Peña
- Coordinated and launched author events, including discussions and shipping orders
Contributing and Feature Writer
The Odyssey Online
01.2017 - 09.2017
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Wrote, edited and produced articles/blogs of topical interest to millennials for Internet and digital channels.
- Utilized social media to engage readers and promote content.
- Evaluated and followed up on news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
- Researched and analyzed newsworthy events, trends and issues.
Contributing News and Feature Writer
The Acorn (Drew University)
02.2015 - 05.2017
- Wrote and published articles for leading newspapers and magazines.
- Evaluated and followed up on news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
- Cultivated strong relationships with sources and other contacts to support leads and story development.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Researched and gathered information to develop accurate and credible stories.
Publishing Intern
GenZ Publishing
09.2016 - 05.2017
- Provided manuscript review, and editorial notes for manuscripts, including I Went, I Saw, I Shared by Pam Canington, enhancing the quality of submissions
- Multi-tasked on various department projects, including press announcements for release dates, ensuring timely and effective communication
Education
MFA - Popular Fiction Writing and Publishing
Emerson College
Boston, MA05.2020
BA - English, Creative Writing, Medieval Studies
Drew University
Madison, NJ05.2017
Skills
- Sales
- Book publishing
- Publicity
- InDesign
- Adobe Acrobat
- Google Drive
- Microsoft Office
- Social media
- Internet research
- Book signing events
- Leadership
- Adobe creative suite
- Strong writing skills
- Editing
- Research proficiency
- Adaptability and flexibility
Timeline
Bookseller
Barnes & Noble
09.2022 - Current
Literary Intern
Creative Media Agency
08.2021 - 12.2022
Publishing and Communications Intern
New Village Press
09.2017 - 01.2018
Contributing and Feature Writer
The Odyssey Online
01.2017 - 09.2017
Publishing Intern
GenZ Publishing
09.2016 - 05.2017
Contributing News and Feature Writer
The Acorn (Drew University)
02.2015 - 05.2017
BA - English, Creative Writing, Medieval Studies
Drew University
MFA - Popular Fiction Writing and Publishing
Emerson College
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