Cheryl Reid-Simons

Milton,WA

Summary

Experienced and versatile writer and editor with extensive experience in government, healthcare, real estate and retail projects. Adept at communicating with diverse groups and producing compelling copy.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Director

Fife Public Schools

Fife, Washington

12.2017 - Current

Collaborate with four other elected representatives and district leaders to develop policies and strategic direction for 3,700 student district.
Oversee the development and implementation of district budgets.
Appointed to executive committee overseeing $176m in bond projects including three new buildings. Worked with architects and consultants to ensure community needs were met. Finished projects delivered on time and under budget.

Freelance Writer

03.2003 - Current

Clients have included MultiCare Health System, Colliers Real Estate, Zillow, Real Estate News and Doodip cold plunge.
Produce copy to match client voice.
Explain complex concepts in engaging and understandable copy for non-professional audience.
Utilize keyword optimization techniques to craft SEO-friendly content.

Public Information Officer III

Washington State Attorney General

Olympia, Washington

01.2001 - 01.2003

Wrote speeches to be delivered by Attorney General, Christine Gregoire.
Produced press releases on significant actions taken by the office.
Worked closely with attorneys to write testimony on the Hanford nuclear site cleanup for Gregoire to deliver to Congress.

Reporter

Tacoma News Tribune

01.1996 - 01.2001

Covered courts, crime, education, and more for a daily newspaper.
Heavy emphasis on accuracy and meeting deadlines.
Established strong relationships with a wide range of individuals, ranging from criminal defendants to city leaders.

Education

University of Maryland Graduate School of Journalism, College Park, Maryland

Bachelor of Arts -

Mills College, Oakland, California

Skills

Producing engaging content matching client's voice and tone
Writing with clarity and accuracy to explain complex topics
Deadline management

Fostering relationships with diverse groups
Media Relations

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Director - Fife Public Schools

12.2017 - Current

Freelance Writer -

03.2003 - Current

Public Information Officer III - Washington State Attorney General

01.2001 - 01.2003

Reporter - Tacoma News Tribune

01.1996 - 01.2001

University of Maryland Graduate School of Journalism - ,

Mills College - Bachelor of Arts,

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