Erin Heger
Olathe,KS
Summary
Experienced health writer passionate about creating compelling content and driving engagement. Skilled at crafting dynamic stories, informative articles and persuasive copy that resonates with readers.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Writer
Self-Employed
02.2019 - Current
- Research and write articles for reputable national outlets, including The Atlantic, Huffington Post, Business Insider, Verywell, Health.com and Baby Center.
- Collaborate with editors to refine drafts, ensuring consistent tone and style across various platforms.
- Optimize web content for SEO purposes, driving organic search traffic and improving website rankings.
- Manage competing deadlines with efficiency.
- Interview individuals by phone, video chat and in-person to write news stories.
- Conduct interviews with subject matter experts to generate topics.
Health Insurance Navigator
KC Care Health Center
10.2016 - 02.2019
- Connected uninsured members of the community with information and resources to help them gain access to health care.
- Assisted clients in applying for and enrolling in health care coverage, including Medicaid and the health insurance marketplace.
- Conducted educational outreach events on health insurance literacy and the Affordable Care Act.
Grassroots Organizer
Planned Parenthood Great Plains
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Managed grassroots strategy in the Kansas City Metro, including recruitment of 1,000 new supporters, engaging activists and developing volunteer leaders.
- Represented the organization at conferences, networking events and coalition meetings to build a robust network of allies within the broader progressive movement.
- Led staff development meetings to organize volunteers and members toward unified goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Journalism
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS05.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS05.2011
Skills
- Maintain a high-level of professionalism in reporting and interviewing
- Ability to write about complex health, science and political topics for a general audience
- Comfortable breaking down scientific studies, medical jargon and legislative terms into plain language
- SEO optimization/keyword integration in writing
- Experience with Microsoft Office, WordPress, Slack, Grammarly and Google apps
Timeline
Freelance Writer
Self-Employed
02.2019 - Current
Health Insurance Navigator
KC Care Health Center
10.2016 - 02.2019
Grassroots Organizer
Planned Parenthood Great Plains
01.2013 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Science - Journalism
University of Kansas
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Kansas
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