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Jen Swanson

Editor, Writer, Proofreader
Seattle,WA

Summary

Experienced editor and writer with 10+ years’ experience developing books, articles, blogs, and print magazines. Skilled in copyediting and proofreading print and digital content to catch errors, improve text, and ensure compliance with style guides, brand identity, and editorial guidelines. Collaborative editor and effective communicator who offers expert advice and constructive feedback. Proven track record of working with authors and publishers to produce engaging content that drives readership and sales.

Work History

Editor and Writer

Self-Employed
Seattle, WA
10.2022 - Current
  • Collaborate with authors and publishers to shape and polish articles, blogs, and book-length manuscripts.
  • Enhanced publication quality by diligently proofreading and editing articles for grammar, spelling, and consistency.
  • Manage production of print and digital products, publishing content in content management systems.
  • Generated and maintained style guides to encourage consistent quality of content.

Digital Media Producer

GreaterGood.com
Seattle, WA
02.2018 - 09.2022
  • Created SEO-optimized content using data and analytics to achieve KPIs and drive traffic, sales, and donations.
  • Found appropriate stories and ideas for programming to engage target audiences and hook advertisers.
  • Edited and updated older articles to improve and optimize content, boosting reader engagement by 20 percent.
  • Strategized with internal teams to develop content strategy that raised millions of dollars for charity partners.

Contributing Editor

Northstar Travel Group
Seattle, WA
10.2016 - 09.2018
  • Reviewed properties across Asia, South America, and the Pacific Northwest to produce hotel reviews for travel publisher’s 1.2 million monthly viewers.
  • Conducted research and fact-checking to edit and update destination guides according to brand and editorial guidelines.

Managing Editor

Ringier China
Shanghai , China
10.2013 - 09.2016
  • Worked with writers, editors, and designers to produce engaging content that drove readership of City Weekend Shanghai, China’s largest English-language magazine.
  • Maintained editorial standards by enforcing adherence to style guides, grammar rules, and ethical journalism principles.
  • Managed a diverse team of writers, editors, and designers to produce high-quality content consistently.
  • Oversaw publication of multiple titles, using strong editing and multitasking skills to juggle competing projects and deadlines.
  • Mentored junior editors and writers, improving their skills and overall team performance.

Education

Certificate in Editing -

University of Washington
Seattle, WA
04.2023 - 12.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Business Marketing

Seattle Pacific University
Seattle, WA
09.1997 - 06.2001

Skills

  • Developmental editing
  • Copyediting
  • Proofreading
  • Hard-copy editing
  • On-screen editing
  • Research and fact-checking
  • Journalism
  • Effective written and verbal communication
  • Print and digital content creation
  • Source interviewing
  • Selecting and editing photos
  • Microsoft Office
  • Microsoft Word
  • Multitasking
  • Team Management
  • Project Planning
  • Quality Assurance
  • Relationship Building
  • Headline writing
  • Strategic content planning
  • Content Development
  • Error spotting
  • Audience Analysis

Timeline

Certificate in Editing -

University of Washington
04.2023 - 12.2023

Editor and Writer

Self-Employed
10.2022 - Current

Digital Media Producer

GreaterGood.com
02.2018 - 09.2022

Contributing Editor

Northstar Travel Group
10.2016 - 09.2018

Managing Editor

Ringier China
10.2013 - 09.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Business Marketing

Seattle Pacific University
09.1997 - 06.2001

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