Dave Bashore
Parkesburg,PA
Summary
Former municipal chief executive and financial officer and congressional policy analyst now serving as Creative Contributing Writer with extensive experience writing about politics, finance, the economy and life in general. Successful at writing to any audience and conducting detailed research on any subject. Master of newsletter, blog and podcast script writing, offering innovative voice to an organization. Enthusiastic, seasoned wordsmith, offering dynamic skills in copywriting, proofreading and editing. Multi-talented Content Writer well-versed in research, writing and editing wide range of content. Comfortable working with little oversight to write interesting, clean and clear copy. Skilled in content management systems, publishing software, website development and SEO.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Content/Copy Writer and Podcaster |
Discount Traders
09.2018 - Current
- Writer and editor of e-newsletters, blogs and podcasts, featuring opinions and commentary on economic and political news of the day.
- Host/Co-host of daily, hour-long radio show/podcast.
- Deliver high-quality, insightful, informative, and entertaining written and audio content while meeting tight deadlines.
- Vary tone and verbiage in newsletter articles, blogs and podcasts based on products and audience persona.
- Edit and proofread content to verify intended messages, proper grammar, quality and consistency with AP style.
- Integrate multimedia elements such as photos, videos, graphics and audio recordings into newsletters and blogs or webpages when appropriate.
- Evaluate and create content for new website (under construction) and social media accounts to increase visibility and engagement.
- Optimize web pages for maximum visibility in search engines using targeted keywords.
- Develop persuasive content for digital marketing campaigns.
Marketing Consultant |
T.E.A.M. Productions
06.2009 - 01.2018
- Supported clients in raising brand recognition through strategic marketing.
- Managed social media accounts, including developing content calendars and posting regularly.
- Identified target markets and developed effective messaging strategies for each segment.
- Edited and updated content for client's website.
- Designed, tested, and optimized webpages for improved user experience.
City Manager |
Suburban Philadelphia
Public Finance Officer |
Suburban Philadelphia
Budget/Policy Analyst |
U.S. Congressional Budget Office
Education
Graduate Studies in Government, Politics & Finance
University of Maryland
College Park, MDBachelor of Arts - Public Administration
Shippensburg University of PA
Shippensburg, PASkills
- Copy and Content Writing (Creative and Technical)
- Podcast Scriptwriting, Hosting
- Wordsmithing/Editing
- Website Content Evaluation
- Social Media Administration
- Strategic, Big-Picture Thinking
- Skilled Collaboration
- Mission and Outcomes Driven
Affiliations
- Chair, Borough Planning Commission
- Certified Adolescent Mental Health Responder
Timeline
Content/Copy Writer and Podcaster |
Discount Traders
09.2018 - Current
Marketing Consultant |
T.E.A.M. Productions
06.2009 - 01.2018
City Manager |
Suburban Philadelphia
Public Finance Officer |
Suburban Philadelphia
Budget/Policy Analyst |
U.S. Congressional Budget Office
Graduate Studies in Government, Politics & Finance
University of Maryland
Bachelor of Arts - Public Administration
Shippensburg University of PA