Dale Myers
Oxnard,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with a strong background in travel writing and editing. Known for implementing quality control processes that enhance accuracy while producing captivating travel content. Manage a team of writers and editors ensuring they adhere to and meet strict deadlines.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Digital Content Editor/Writer
Pleasant Holidays and Journese, Curators of Fine Travel
Westlake Village, CA
07.2021 - Current
- Curate engaging digital content for diverse travel destinations, enhancing user experience.
- Collaborate with marketing team to align content strategies with brand objectives.
- Edit and proofread articles for clarity, consistency, and adherence to editorial guidelines.
- Implement SEO best practices, improving content visibility and organic search rankings.
- Write and post social media content about travel destinations and travel industry trends.
- Assign, proofread and distribute e-newsletters.
- Write scripts for reservation agents.
Head Writer
Executive Business Services/The NALA
Ventura, CA
05.2016 - 02.2021
- Developed engaging content strategies aligned with client objectives.
- Led brainstorming sessions to cultivate innovative writing concepts.
- Mentored junior writers, enhancing team skills and productivity.
- Wrote press releases specifically tailored to client needs, including travel advisors, meeting and event specialists, real estate agents, attorneys, restaurants, and more.
- Wrote weekly blog about industry news and trends.
Editor/Writer
MotorHome Magazine
Ventura, CA
03.2011 - 10.2015
- Edited and proofread articles to ensure clarity, coherence, and adherence to publication standards, both print and online.
- Collaborated with writers to refine content and develop engaging narratives for diverse audiences.
- Oversaw editorial calendar, coordinating deadlines and managing workflow among contributors.
- Implemented quality control processes to enhance accuracy and consistency in published materials.
- Wrote all articles about travel destinations.
- Coordinated photo shoots and webinars.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
California State University, Northridge
NorthridgeSkills
- Content strategy development
- SEO best practices
- Multimedia writing and editing
- CMS: TeamSite and Drupal
- Microsoft Office
- AP Style
- Photoshop
- Adobe
- Team management
Languages
Italian
Limited Working
Timeline
Digital Content Editor/Writer
Pleasant Holidays and Journese, Curators of Fine Travel
07.2021 - Current
Head Writer
Executive Business Services/The NALA
05.2016 - 02.2021
Editor/Writer
MotorHome Magazine
03.2011 - 10.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
California State University, Northridge