Ezra Solway
Creative Writer
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Results-oriented creative writer and editor with 10 years of experience pitching, developing, and crafting stories under tight deadlines. Strong problem-solver and conflict manager with excellent understanding of shaping stories according to audience demographic.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Associate Editor/ Reporter
Jewish Community Voice Newspaper
06.2021 - Current
- Innovated storytelling strategies i.e., video recaps, email newsletters.
- Grew subscriber base 20% by creating concomitant news App, editing local cookbook.
- Delivered hundreds of compelling articles.
- Reviewed and edited all print and online WordPress copy for accuracy, adhering to AP style and in-house brand style.
- Collaborated with graphic artists and other specialists to produce successful content.
Freelance Journalist
Delaware Valley Journal
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Researched and gathered information to develop accurate and credible stories.
- Wrote and published clear and informative articles on ad hoc basis.
- Cultivated strong relationships with dozens of local sources and other contacts to support leads and story development.
Adjunct English Instructor
Temple University
09.2019 - 05.2021
- Provided instruction to 10-20 students in English 0701:Introduction to Academic Discourse.
- Facilitated class discussion on diverse set of texts to develop sound reading and writing skills.
- Guided students in revision process with useful suggestions on written assignments for improved performance.
- Helped students explore themes on discourse from multiple perspectives, provided instruction on rhetoric, grammar, and citation to help students employ evidence correctly.
Copywriter
Julian Krinsky Camps & Programs (JKCP)
01.2018 - 07.2019
- Wrote advertising copy for online content, adhering to employers' overarching brand identity and story.
- Customized brand message to reach and capture target audience interest and drive engagement up 15%.
- Conducted industry research to identify audience demographics, incorporating collected data into future copy.
- Improved search result rankings with targeted SEO strategy.
Script Production Assistant
Glass Entertainment Group
09.2017 - 10.2018
- Writer for pilot show, Going Viral.
- Reviewed and edited hundreds of documents for accuracy, grammar, and clarity.
- Assisted manager in all aspects of business operations.
- Cold called to obtain advertisement deals for PBS documentary, Kalmar Nyckel: The Forgotten Journey.
Education
Master of Fine Arts - Creative Writing
09.2019 - 05.2021
- GPA: 4.0
- Honors: Summa Cum Laude
- Assistant Editor of Tinge Magazine
Bachelor of Arts - English
05.2013 - 05.2017
- Honors: Cum Laude
- GPA: 3.6
- Opinion Editor of Diamondback Newspaper
Skills
Content Management Systems
undefinedReferences
- Matthew Goldberg, Temple University, Instructor, 443-262-5557, matthew.m.goldberg@gmail.com
- Sarah Ohanesian, JKCP, CMO, 484-318-1547, sarahohan@gmail.com
Accomplishments
Pushcart Prize and Best of the Net Anthology nominated writer of poetry, fiction, and creative essays.
Timeline
Associate Editor/ Reporter - Jewish Community Voice Newspaper
06.2021 - Current
Freelance Journalist - Delaware Valley Journal
01.2021 - 05.2021
Adjunct English Instructor - Temple University
09.2019 - 05.2021
Temple University - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
09.2019 - 05.2021
Copywriter - Julian Krinsky Camps & Programs (JKCP)
01.2018 - 07.2019
Script Production Assistant - Glass Entertainment Group
09.2017 - 10.2018
University of Maryland, College Park - Bachelor of Arts, English
05.2013 - 05.2017
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