EMMANUEL MENDEZ-HERNANDEZ
Staten Island,NYC
Summary
A professional writer and editor with over 3 years of experience. Work consists of sports writing, copywriting, and content creation with knowledge of SEO. Editing is also a skill developed from writing articles and content throughout tasks completed. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Sports Writer/Editorial Assistant
El Futbolero US
01.2024 - Current
- Delivered authoritative sports coverage with careful attention to game facts, stats and predictions.
- Managed online sports columns, blogs and video pieces.
- Edited more than 55 pieces per week, carefully checking content wording and facts.
- Increased audience retention rate through the creation of compelling headlines that captured interest while accurately representing article contents.
- Covered live sporting events, providing real-time updates, insightful commentary, and post-game analysis for readers.
- Enhanced reader engagement by incorporating captivating storytelling techniques and in-depth analysis in sports articles.
- Adapted writing style to cater to different platforms such as print publications, websites, blogs, or social media channels.
- Conducted research to ensure accuracy and credibility in every article, maintaining high journalistic standards.
- Edited, proofread and fact-checked content for accuracy.
- Researched and analyzed newsworthy events, trends and issues.
- Fact-checked breaking news headlines by performing background research.
- Utilized SEO principles to optimize content for search engine rankings.
- Proofread manuscripts and other forms of copy for general grammatical correctness.
- Participated in weekly editorial meetings by contributing ideas for future content and providing updates on current projects, fostering a collaborative team environment.
COPYWRITER/EDITOR/SCRIPTWRITER/CONTENT
Upwork.com
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Copywriting/Scriptwriting includes working with multiple football/soccer videos for a football/soccer YouTube channel.
- Content Creation for the football app Fandango Inc. (Based in London, UK), which consisted over 45 engaging posts per day
- Reviewed and edited the final copy for accuracy and to correct grammar errors.
- Boosted campaign performance by developing engaging and persuasive copy for print, digital, and social media platforms.
WRITER/EDITOR
The Banner
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful programs under deadline pressure with an exciting, captivating, and authentic approach.
- Most articles written were sports-related and covered events from the NFL, NBA, Boxing, MMA, and Soccer, more than 20 a week.
- Checking every sports article submitted to the Banner for editing and feedback for writers.
- Brainstormed ideas to create useful content for clients.
- Optimized web content for SEO purposes, driving organic search traffic and improving website rankings.
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
- Collaborated with editors to refine drafts, ensuring consistent tone and style across various platforms.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Journalism, Communications
05.2022
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
05.2020
Skills
- Strong knowledge of writing, editing, SEO, and social media
- Knowledgeable with Microsoft Word & Docs
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Attention to detail in writing and editing procedures
- Editing and proofreading
- Game Analysis
- Sports history understanding
- In-depth sports knowledge
- Strong writing skills
- Deadline Management
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sports Writer/Editorial Assistant - El Futbolero US
01.2024 - Current
COPYWRITER/EDITOR/SCRIPTWRITER/CONTENT - Upwork.com
01.2023 - 11.2023
WRITER/EDITOR - The Banner
08.2020 - 05.2022
CUNY College of Staten Island - Bachelor of Science, Journalism, Communications
CUNY College of Staten Island - Associate of Arts, Liberal Arts And General Studies
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