Christopher DeWitt
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Content marketing specialist and journalist with more than six years of experience creating impactful copy that engages readers and drives measurable growth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer Staff Writer
The NYC Daily Post
06.2024 - Current
- Reported on news in the health, technology, and business sectors
- Performed research to find credible sources to support articles
- Reviewed the work of other writers and provide clear feedback
Freelance Copy Editor and Proofreader
Robert Half
08.2021 - Current
- Led a team of proofreaders to review 1,981 marketing and technical documents for Copeland Corporation.
- Served as the sole copyeditor and proofreader for newsletters, emails, blogs, and reports for the U.S Treasury, Renal Physicians Association, UnidosUS, and the D.C Bar Association.
- Implemented plain language writing standards when advised
- Reduced errors by diligently fact-checking information and sources in written materials.
- Improved document organization through thoughtful restructuring and formatting adjustments.
- Contributed to team success by consistently meeting tight deadlines under pressure.
- Mastered various industry-specific style guides, enhancing adaptability when working on diverse projects.
- Collaborated with editors and page designers to create polished, attractive product.
Freelance Staff Writer
The Duplin Times
06.2021 - Current
- Reported on news events in the Duplin County area
- Interviewed residents and leaders about area happenings and issues
- Contributed to supplemental publications and meet hard deadlines
Senior Content Editor
Radish Agency
04.2022 - 08.2023
- Managed content creation for clients in the medical technology, pharmaceutical, and manufacturing fields, including Welkin Health, BioDigital, Kurve Therapeutics, and Dessert Holdings.
- Implemented SEO strategies within content to boost online visibility and audience engagement.
- Assisted in budget management by allocating resources effectively, resulting in average cost savings of $250 per project without sacrificing quality.
- Negotiated contracts with freelance writers, securing competitive rates while maintaining high-quality standards through collaborations.
- Facilitated brainstorming sessions with creative teams to generate fresh ideas for new content initiatives.
- Developed editorial guidelines and style guides to maintain consistency across all published materials.
- Reviewed analytics data to evaluate content performance, making necessary adjustments for improved results.
- Collaborated with writers for better article flow and clarity, enhancing overall readability.
- Proofread, edited, and evaluated final copy to verify content aligned with established guidelines.
Freelance Book Editor and SEO Editor
The Urban Writers
09.2020 - 05.2022
- Led editing for e-books and short-form online, reviewing an average of 15,000 words weekly.
- Optimized digital formats for e-books by coordinating with technical teams to ensure compatibility across multiple devices/platforms while preserving the aesthetic aspects of print editions.
- Established strong working relationships with freelance talent such as proofreaders, copyeditors, and designers to ensure seamless collaboration on book projects.
- Reviewed book content and illustrations for style, grammar, accuracy, and consistency.
- Championed the author's vision throughout the editing process while maintaining a balance between artistic expression and commercial viability.
- Attended weekly meetings to review book schedules and discuss issues.
Contract Editorial Assistant
Randstad USA
11.2021 - 03.2022
- Wrote newsletters and social media copy for Capital Group, a financial services provider.
- Conducted research and found credible sources to support articles.
- Assisted financial journalists with administrative tasks.
- Gathered, organized, and input information into a digital database.
- Conducted in-depth market research to identify new business opportunities.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget.
Freelance Copy Editor
WebMD
06.2021 - 02.2022
- Edited a weekly average of 10,000 words.
- Mastered various industry-specific style guides, enhancing adaptability when working on diverse projects.
- Recommended copy edits based on knowledge of target audience and internal and external style guides.
- Maintained high standards of language usage by correcting grammar, punctuation, and syntax errors.
- Enhanced writer skills by providing constructive feedback on submitted drafts.
- Improved document organization through thoughtful restructuring and formatting adjustments.
- Reduced errors by diligently fact-checking information and sources in written materials.
- Collaborated with writers to refine their work, resulting in clearer communication of ideas.
- Contributed to team success by consistently meeting tight deadlines under pressure.
Contract Editor
Crawford Group
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Worked with SolarWinds to rebrand a library of 1,200 marketing and technical documents, including e-books, landing pages, case studies, feature sheets, and slide decks.
- Provided constructive feedback to authors on content revisions, contributing to the development of engaging and informative materials.
- Championed the adoption of accessibility guidelines in document creation, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Managed strict deadlines with effective prioritization of tasks, ensuring timely delivery of final products to clients.
- Improved overall readability of documents through careful attention to detail in line editing.
- Maintained rigorous quality control throughout the production process to minimize errors and maintain high editorial standards.
- Collaborated closely with writers, designers, and fellow editors to produce high-quality content that met client specifications.
- Acquired in-depth knowledge of content areas in the IT landscape to provide effective edits.
Contract Editor and Proofreader
Black Enterprise Magazine
12.2020 - 01.2021
- Served as a contributing editor and proofreader for content for BE's 50th-anniversary special edition.
- Edited and proofed an average of 3,500 words daily.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in edited contracts, minimizing the need for additional revisions.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines, demonstrating strong organizational skills.
- Proofread, edited, and evaluated final copy to verify content aligned with established guidelines.
Lifestyles Writer/layout Designer
GateHouse Media
12.2017 - 05.2019
- Started my own mental health column and nature photography blog
- Wrote over 200 published articles on local events and community leaders
- Successfully led digital and social media outreach campaigns
- Laid out pages and covers using Adobe Creative software
- Published content on our website
Freelance Copywriter
Steady Content
08.2018 - 11.2018
- Responsible for writing an average of 3,000 words of content daily.
- Customized brand message to reach and capture the target audience's interest and drive engagement.
- Formatted copy to align with project-specific guidelines.
- Increased brand awareness through the creation of compelling content for website landing pages, blog posts, and email newsletters.
- Transformed complex information into easily digestible pieces tailored for specific audience segments using plain language principles.
- Ensured consistency in brand messaging across multiple channels by adhering to established style guides and tone standards.
- Supported SEO initiatives through strategic keyword incorporation in web content, driving organic traffic growth.
- Wrote advertising copy for online content, adhering to clients' overarching brand identity and personality.
- Crafted effective call-to-action statements within copy, driving desired consumer behavior and increasing conversion rates.
- Consistently met project objectives by effectively managing multiple assignments simultaneously while maintaining high-quality output.
Education
B.S. - Psychology
Regent University
05.2017
Skills
- Content Writing
- Content Editing
- WordPress
- Semrush
- Canva
- Figma
- Jira
- Microsoft Office
- Google Suite
- Generative AI
- SEO
- Agile Methodology
Portfolio
chrisdewitt20.journoportfolio.com
www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-d-22b07a137
Timeline
Volunteer Staff Writer
The NYC Daily Post
06.2024 - Current
Senior Content Editor
Radish Agency
04.2022 - 08.2023
Contract Editorial Assistant
Randstad USA
11.2021 - 03.2022
Freelance Copy Editor and Proofreader
Robert Half
08.2021 - Current
Freelance Staff Writer
The Duplin Times
06.2021 - Current
Freelance Copy Editor
WebMD
06.2021 - 02.2022
Contract Editor
Crawford Group
01.2021 - 05.2021
Contract Editor and Proofreader
Black Enterprise Magazine
12.2020 - 01.2021
Freelance Book Editor and SEO Editor
The Urban Writers
09.2020 - 05.2022
Freelance Copywriter
Steady Content
08.2018 - 11.2018
Lifestyles Writer/layout Designer
GateHouse Media
12.2017 - 05.2019
B.S. - Psychology
Regent University
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