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, IL05.2022
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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