Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Experienced content writer with expertise in editing and writing various types of branded content in B2B and B2C. Offering 10 plus-years background supporting clients, doing research and developing social media copy, marketing materials, blog posts, articles, case studies and white papers.
Hi, I’m
Dennise Heckman
Reading,PA
Summary
Overview
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Virtual Office PA
Career Break
2023.04 - Current (1 year & 5 months)
Job overview
- One of many people laid off due to change in company strategy.
- Consistently received outstanding performance reviews from leadership and peers, parted on good terms. References and reviews available
- Proactively pursuing certifications in digital marketing and copywriting.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a remote team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Tawkify, Inc.
Remote Sales
2021.07 - 2023.04 (1 year & 9 months)
Job overview
- Completed multiple tasks simultaneously to optimize project completion.
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
- Performed work according to project schedules and established quality standards.
- Provided assistance with preparation of project-related reports, manuscripts and presentations
- Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
Dynamite Online Teacher LLC
Author
2020.03 - 2021.07 (1 year & 4 months)
Job overview
- Conducted over 90 hours of research on remote learning and educational topics to increase knowledge in subject.
- Maintained informative social media to help further storylines and promote future events.
- Edited and proofread all texts with help of Hemingway Editor and Grammarly.
- Organized material to research and complete writing tasks.
- Interviewed and extracted information from non-fiction books on education history and interviewed experts to obtain in-depth understanding of topics.
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
- Researched and wrote original content for case studies, emails and newsletters.
- Brainstormed ideas to create useful content for clients.
- Completed thorough research into assigned topics.
- Repurposed and optimized existing content for use in different mediums.
- Created content for websites and online publications.
- Chose cover photography or artwork, selected fonts and arranged designs to attract target readership.
- Completed accurate and polished formatting in line with publishing standards prior to submission.
- Created emotionally powerful student profiles and teacher stories to engage consumers and heighten their view of online learning and educational history awareness.
Coldwell Banker Real Estate
Real Estate Agent
2013.03 - 2020.03 (7 years)
Job overview
- In-depth research on the housing industry, market and real-estate trends
- Wrote authoritatively about the real-estate industry for various forms and publications
- Implemented SEO optimization for all content created
- Managed contracts, negotiations, and all aspects of sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations.
- Negotiated, facilitated, and managed real estate transactions.
- Worked to distill complex information into clear and concise content understandable for buyers.
Conrad Weiser School District
Secondary Art Teacher
1996.09 - 2013.06 (16 years & 9 months)
Job overview
- Developed and implemented over 60 thematic lesson plans, utilizing age-appropriate material and focusing on relevant topics
- Created content on cultural influences of music and art styles and techniques of modern and historic art
- Wrote dynamic lessons for teaching collaboration and teamwork
- Impacted lessons positively by incorporating smart boards, computers, games and music into
- Experience presenting on a variety of topics, to all sizes of audiences.
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
Education
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Kutztown, PA
Master of Arts from Art Education
University Overview
- Thesis: The History of Education in the US
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Kutztown, PA
Bachelor of Science from Art Education
University Overview
- Professional Development: Wrote curriculum for advanced placement art history.
Savannah College of Art And Design Savannah, GA
Associate of Arts from Illustration
University Overview
- Relevant Coursework: Publishing & Marketing
Skills
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Customer Relations
- Deadline Adherence
- Brand Messaging
- Marketing Communications Expertise
- Editing and Review
- Content Strategy
- Product-Specific Writing
- Content Development
- Content Writing
Technology Skills
Technology Skills
- Remote communication: email, phone, videoconferencing (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, GoToMeeting)
- Adapts quickly to new and changing technology
- Software proficiency: GoToMeeting, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, mobile apps, Google Workspace, Zoom, Clickfunnels, Canva, Adobe Suite, Getresponse, Clickmagic
Timeline
Career Break
Virtual Office PA
2023.04 - Current (1 year & 5 months)
Remote Sales
Tawkify, Inc.
2021.07 - 2023.04 (1 year & 9 months)
Author
Dynamite Online Teacher LLC
2020.03 - 2021.07 (1 year & 4 months)
Real Estate Agent
Coldwell Banker Real Estate
2013.03 - 2020.03 (7 years)
Secondary Art Teacher
Conrad Weiser School District
1996.09 - 2013.06 (16 years & 9 months)
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Master of Arts from Art Education
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Science from Art Education
Savannah College of Art And Design
Associate of Arts from Illustration
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