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Faith Malinowski

Breckenridge,Colorado

Summary

Versatile writer with an eye for detail and demonstrated history working for magazine publications. Dedicated to accuracy, deadline management, writing creative content, and driving engagement.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Server

Flip Side Breckenridge
12.2022 - Current
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.

Lifestyle and Culture Writer

303 Magazine
01.2022 - Current
  • Reported four or more stories a month on a range of topics including community events, business openings and entrepreneurs in the Denver metro area.
  • Responsible for event roundups focused on music, food + booze, and lifestyle + culture events featured in the magazine's weekly newsletter.
  • Pitched story ideas in alignment with readership's interest to increase engagement.

Server

LURE Restaurant
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Applied comprehensive knowledge of wine, cider and beer to increase daily beverage sales.
  • Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers, desserts, mixed drinks to reach sales of $1,500 per evening shift.
  • Elevated customer satisfaction through followup and enthusiastic customer service.
  • Utilized slow periods to food run, bus tables, roll silverware and restock supplies, ice and trays.

Copy Chief

Echo Magazine
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Proofread, edited, and evaluated working and final copies to verify content aligned with established guidelines and the AP Stylebook.
  • Adhered to timelines and managed priorities to meet deadlines.
  • Worked with graphic designers to produce captivating and cohesive content.
  • Provided concise and constructive editorial feedback to writers through meetings, emails and document notes.

Server

Bayside Tavern
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Made cocktails, served and bussed tables during the height of tourist season.
  • Memorized drink selection from 16 craft beers on tap, 10+ bottled beers and a full bar.
  • Increased sales by detailing daily, weekend, steak and fish fry specials.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism

Columbia College Chicago
Chicago, IL
05.2022

Skills

  • Research
  • Copy editing
  • Punctuation and Syntax
  • Organization
  • Deadline Attainment
  • AP Style Editorial Processes
  • News Reporting
  • Source Interviewing
  • Feature Writing
  • Microsoft Office
  • WordPress
  • SEO Principles

Timeline

Server

Flip Side Breckenridge
12.2022 - Current

Server

LURE Restaurant
06.2022 - 08.2022

Lifestyle and Culture Writer

303 Magazine
01.2022 - Current

Copy Chief

Echo Magazine
01.2022 - 05.2022

Server

Bayside Tavern
06.2021 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism

Columbia College Chicago

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