GESHA-MARIE BLAND
NY,NY
Summary
Hardworking, versatile Content Writer & Digital Content Producer//Editor skilled in researching writing, editing and proofreading content across various platforms. Creates graphics, audio clips and videos to convey messages to target audience. Excellent editorial judgment and comprehensive experience with SEO procedures. Works with minimal input to produce engaging, authoritative and error-free work.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SENIOR EDITOR
BEAUTY NEWS NYC
07.2022 - Current
- Write and research reviews of luxury beauty, wellness, food and lifestyle products, arts and culture
- Ideate feature pitches and editorial plans/ pitch brands for collaborations
- Manage multiple projects concurrently, maintaining strict deadlines and high-quality output.
- Develop comprehensive editorial calendars, aligning content strategy with business objectives.
- Mentor junior writer, fostering professional development and skill enhancement.
- Boosted audience engagement through regular production of high-quality newsletters, articles, and blog posts.
- Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful programs under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating, and authentic approach.
SCREENWRITER/ COPYWRITER/PROOFREADER
GEIKOMEDIA
01.2010 - Current
- Published in VANITY FAIR and BLACK LIST BLOG Essential Film Series
- Write articles/ maintain blog https://gmgeiko.medium.com/
- Write articles/ maintain blog https://geshamarie.substack.com/
- Sold/optioned feature film scripts to First Generation Films and Maven Pictures
- WOMEN IN FILM/BLACK LIST Episodic Lab alum
- Wrote/produced most-listened to BLACK LIST EARMOVIE Podcast
- Develop captivating screenplays by incorporating compelling storytelling techniques and strong character arcs.
- Collaborate with directors and producers to refine scripts for optimal on-screen impact, story analysis and script coverage.
- Conduct extensive research to ensure accurate representation of historical events and cultural nuances in screenplay content.
- Generated innovative story ideas by exploring diverse genres, themes, and narrative structures.
- Enhanced script quality through multiple revisions, refining dialogue and action sequences for maximum effect.
Webinar/ Social Media Host
PORTLAND FILM FESTIVAL
07.2021 - 11.2021
- Screened/evaluated/wrote analysis for 180 + hours of documentary, experimental and fictional shorts and feature films
- Hosted live Q&As/interviewed film directors, producers, cast and crew of festival winners
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with guests for compelling interviews and conversations.
- Improved audience retention by consistently delivering informative, entertaining, and thought-provoking content.
Interactive Marketing/Social Media Consultant
FREELANCE – THE FINANCIAL TIMES
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Designed/developed Marketing, Audience Development, SEO/SEM Social Media strategies
Senior Digital Project Manager/ Technical Producer
WEBMECHANICS, INC.
06.2002 - 05.2006
- Managed the development/production of a tri-lingual interactive multimedia/arts series
Senior Digital Content Producer
MIAVITA
06.2001 - 05.2002
- Managed Design, Programming, and IT resources in product development
Film Digital Content Producer
URBAN BOX OFFICE NETWORK
- Managed Design, Programming, and IT resources in product development
Development Assistant
ATOMIC PICTURES
- Researched film and new media projects/wrote coverage of screenplays and novels
Editorial Assistant
AIVF - INDEPENDENT FILM & VIDEO MONTHLY
- Researched/wrote articles, sidebars, and additional editorial pieces
Assistant Publicist
MAGIC LANTERN, INC.
- Coordinated film screenings and special events with clients: Sony Pictures Classics & October Films
Publicity Director
CINEMA/CHICAGO – 32ND CHICAGO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
- Wrote/copy-edited festival publicity materials, coordinated festival events
Education
CINEMA STUDIES MASTER’S PROGRAM -
NEW YORK UNIVERSITY
New York, NYBachelor of Arts in Humanities -
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS - Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, ILHumanities
REED COLLEGE
Portland, ORSkills
- Google Workspace proficiency
- Proficiency with Asana
- Content Management Systems
- Google Analytics
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Web Analytics
- Podcast Production
- Workflow Optimization
- Script Writing
- Copy Editing
- Research
- Content Development
- Content Strategy Development
- Digital asset management
- Video Editing
- Script Reading
- Story Development
- Project Management
Certification
- Film Directing, Sundance Collab Institute
- Film Producing, Sundance Collab Institute
Languages
French
Full Professional
Timeline
SENIOR EDITOR
BEAUTY NEWS NYC
07.2022 - Current
Webinar/ Social Media Host
PORTLAND FILM FESTIVAL
07.2021 - 11.2021
SCREENWRITER/ COPYWRITER/PROOFREADER
GEIKOMEDIA
01.2010 - Current
Interactive Marketing/Social Media Consultant
FREELANCE – THE FINANCIAL TIMES
01.2010 - 01.2015
Senior Digital Project Manager/ Technical Producer
WEBMECHANICS, INC.
06.2002 - 05.2006
Senior Digital Content Producer
MIAVITA
06.2001 - 05.2002
Film Digital Content Producer
URBAN BOX OFFICE NETWORK
Development Assistant
ATOMIC PICTURES
Editorial Assistant
AIVF - INDEPENDENT FILM & VIDEO MONTHLY
Assistant Publicist
MAGIC LANTERN, INC.
Publicity Director
CINEMA/CHICAGO – 32ND CHICAGO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
CINEMA STUDIES MASTER’S PROGRAM -
NEW YORK UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts in Humanities -
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS - Urbana-Champaign
Humanities
REED COLLEGE
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