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Danielle Hess
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Chicago,IL
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Summary
Editorial leader with 10+ years of experience in article writing, interview reporting and thought leadership. Skilled in CMS management, SEO and freelancer coordination, with a record of increasing output and sharpening brand voice.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Writer
CJ Media Solutions LLC
Remote, US
01.2026 - Current
- Drafts high-impact press releases on hotel openings, brand partnerships and major renovations used directly by the agency to pitch media outlets.
- Applies firsthand experience as a former hotel industry reporter to craft pitch-ready releases that appeal to editors covering hotel operations, design and mergers-and-acquisitions activity.
- Delivers 1-2 distribution-ready press releases per month, consistently meeting tight deadlines with an average turnaround time of 24 hours.
- Works closely with agency leadership to align release messaging with client goals, driving increased earned media value.
Marketing Coordinator, Awards and Rankings
Blank Rome LLP
Remote, US
04.2025 - 10.2025
- Successfully won 15 attorneys awards, demonstrating storytelling abilities and strong understanding of awards strategy.
- Collaborated with attorneys to translate complex legal matters into compelling narratives that elevated individual and practice-group visibility.
- Amplified attorney recognition by working with PR and Communications teams to publish press releases, social content and internal announcements.
Managing Editor
Fair360
Remote, US
11.2024 - 03.2025
- Spearheaded editorial operations during a major brand pivot to a data insights provider.
- Streamlined processes to increase monthly article output by 200% over six months.
- Managed freelancer assignments and editorial scheduling, upholding brand style and content quality.
- Ghostwrote executive thought leadership on workplace fairness, strengthening the organization’s position as a trusted DEI expert.
- Produced press releases, event coverage and email communications that supported stakeholder needs.
Senior Digital Copy Editor
Fair360
Remote, US
01.2022 - 11.2024
- Researched and interviewed DEI experts to produce high-impact articles.
- Edited and optimized web pages, newsletters and PRs for clarity and consistency.
- Moderated webinars on supplier diversity and inclusive leadership to support ongoing stakeholder education.
Senior Editor
Babcox Media
Akron, OH
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Covered EV technology, tire innovation and automotive advancements with technical accuracy and clear storytelling.
- Served as on-camera expert for Continental Tire Garage Studio videos and wrote original scripts to guide each segment.
- Produced newsletters and managed CMS deployment to ensure consistent digital output.
Senior Reporter
Hotel News Now
Cleveland, OH
01.2016 - 08.2021
- Produced up to 15 monthly editorial assets in the form of executive interviews, special reports and quarterly earnings coverage.
- Led the development of five major reports on revenue management and distribution trends.
- Moderated panels and conducted on-camera interviews with senior hospitality leaders at industry conferences.
- Supported newsletter production and CMS deployment to enhance digital publishing efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Journalism and Mass Communication
Kent State University
Kent, OH05-2015
Skills
- Article writing
- Interview reporting
- Thought leadership
- CMS management
- Editorial planning
- SEO principles
- Fact-checking
- Proofreading
- Copyediting
Timeline
Freelance Writer
CJ Media Solutions LLC
01.2026 - Current
Marketing Coordinator, Awards and Rankings
Blank Rome LLP
04.2025 - 10.2025
Managing Editor
Fair360
11.2024 - 03.2025
Senior Digital Copy Editor
Fair360
01.2022 - 11.2024
Senior Editor
Babcox Media
08.2021 - 12.2021
Senior Reporter
Hotel News Now
01.2016 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Journalism and Mass Communication
Kent State University