Emily Carr
Ojai,CA
Summary
With a degree in economics and decades of researching, reporting and editing in the world of tech, business and finance, I have a high level of proficiency and comfort in the investment sphere. I am a good collaborator, and can both direct/guide writers - and take direction from editors and publishers. I am comfortable with tight deadlines, and able to keep focused on accuracy and clarity in technical fields and content.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Journalist
Self Employed Writer
07.2004 - Current
- Freelance reporter for news outlets in Australia and Europe, with a concentration on tech and business.
- Collaborated with editors to refine article content, ensuring clarity and accuracy while adhering to strict deadlines.
Business and Finance Reporter and Researcher
Blueshift Research
03.2013 - 12.2023
- Detailed and original research on a large range of listed companies for reports going to investor client subscribers.
- Sourced and conducted interviews with multiple sources for each report.
- Liaised with research director and fellow researchers on writing reports, as well as findings and conclusions of research.
Reporter and Copy Editor
Fairfax Media
01.1997 - 07.2004
- Four years as a reporter for the Business section of The Australian Financial Review, that country's premiere national daily finance newspaper.
- Three years as a copy editor for all sections of the paper, with experience in layout as well as editing. Daily deadlines.
Education
Bachelor of Economics (Political Economy) - Economics
The University of Sydney
Sydney, AustraliaSkills
- High level of proficiency in writing, editing, interviewing and researching on tight deadlines
- Extremely accurate copy editor proficient in multiple style book guides
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Collaborative and flexible
Timeline
Business and Finance Reporter and Researcher
Blueshift Research
03.2013 - 12.2023
Freelance Journalist
Self Employed Writer
07.2004 - Current
Reporter and Copy Editor
Fairfax Media
01.1997 - 07.2004
Bachelor of Economics (Political Economy) - Economics
The University of Sydney
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